Windows Protection error message occur when your computer
attempts to load or unload a virtual device driver (VxD). This
error message is a way to let you know that there is a problem with
the device driver. In many cases, the VxD that did not load or
unload is mentioned in the error message.
error messages can occur in any of the following situations:
real-mode driver and a protected-mode driver are in conflict.
registry is damaged,
files are infected with a virus or damaged
I/O address conflict or a RAM address conflict
a protected-mode driver is loaded from the System.ini file and the
driver is already initialized
incorrect CMOS settings for a built-in peripheral device, such as
cache settings, CPU timing, hard disks, etc
Plug and Play feature of the BIOS on the computer is not working
correctly
computer contains a malfunctioning cache or malfunctioning memory
or motherboard is not working properly
