I have a copy of Excel it will not open it says that i need to create an association in the folders option in the control panel how do i do that please or is there a link i can follow ??
Jag,
When you say you have a copy of Excel do you mean (A) MS Office Software is installed on your computer but will not open OR (B) do you have an Excel (.xls) file and it will not open.
Have a read of this http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2464297 and see if it cures the problem.
dave
It seems like your Office/Excel install has become corrupt. Best option is to put the CD/DVD in the drive and choose repair option. This should fix the problem. If not, you can completely remove Excel and re-install it.