Windows Vista issue - can't open control panel, computer details...

Solution:

1. Click on the Start button and in the Start Search box type in: services.msc

2. Press the Enter key on your keyboard.

3. The Services window should now open.

4. Scroll down to Software Licensing, then right-click on it and select Properties.

5. Under the General tab, click on the Stop button.

6. Set the Startup Type to Automatic, then click Apply.

7. Next, click on the Start button under Service Status.

8. Last, restart your computer. Control Panel should now open normally.