I can't open my ichat anymore!

Last night I was using ichat just fine then this morning I went down to my dock to click open ichat and it would bounce one then stop doing anything. I tried restarting my computer, i tried updating it and it still will not open. What should I do?

Hello Resa
I am sure Ralph can give you more help tomorrow. However, if you want a simpler first step toward Mac OS X maintenance that you can try tonight, see Travis A's Regular Maintenance / General Troubleshooting tips. Travis' tips give specific instructions for your first try at maintenance. I know it says iMac at the top, but these tips really help keep OS X running smoothly on all Macs.
Item
b c)
of Travis' FAQ covers the Cron Scripts that Ralph suggest you try. Any of the apps linked there work, but, if you are having a hard time deciding, start with the MacJanitor app linked there to force the "Crons".
Once you can understand Travis' instructions, you will be well on your way to "computer saavy" enough to make use of Gullivers maintenance FAQ.
EZ Jim

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Ok, either my question was too long or nobody seems to have an answer. Sad, either way
Here's something I found out in the meantime, maybe this is interesting for somebody or maybe - problem's not totally solved - enough info for any of you to give me further advice.
When I start Logic Core Audio driver de-activated, I can open old songs. Then I save them in a new folder with all audio files and a new name. And I remove all EXS24 instruments as well as the Space Designer. I quit Logic, re-open with Core Audio activated and I can open the song.
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