Problem w/ GUI

[mariner1911]

Before I get started I must say that I am new to linux. I just installed Ximian Desktop and I am having a problem with it. When I open the windows for "my home" and "start here" they close on their own unexpectedly. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[snowmobile74]

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please be a little bit more specific is it kicking you back to the console?
is there an error message?