COM Surrogate Has Stopped Working

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The "COM Surrogate Has Stopped Working" error on Windows Vista, particularly when browsing folders with video files, is often linked to issues with codecs or video-related software. While the problem is commonly associated with Nero, uninstalling it does not resolve the issue for all users. Other potential causes include corrupted video files, incompatible codecs, or problems with the Windows Media Player. Users experiencing persistent errors despite troubleshooting may need to consider updating their codecs, repairing system files, or exploring alternative media players that are compatible with Vista.
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I am stuck with Vista on my computer right now, and when I am browsing a folder that has video files in it, messages constantly pop up that say "COM Surrogate Has Stopped Working". Usually this is a problem with Nero, but I uninstalled it because it doesn't work with Vista, what else causes this problem?
 
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You got the solution HERE!

I tried this but I still get the same error pop up.
 

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