My Dell laptop will not boot-up. When I start the computer it automatically goes to the Advance options screen; stating the startup in safemode options. When I try to start up in safe mode or last known good configuration the computer displays a blue screen stating "A problem has been detected and windows has been shut down to prevent damage to your computer. UNMOUNTABLE-BOOT-VALUE. STOP 0x000000ED-(0x82EF77B8,0xC000009C,0x00000000,0x00000000). I do not know what to do. Is this a virus? and if so how do I get rid of it? What should I do to get my computer running properly again? Thank You In Advance For Your Support. Curious George

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