Hello Wheelyjohn
As the notebook boots in safe mode it may be a driver issue however as the computer has been infected it is important that the notebook is confirmed 100% free of malware as a priority.
I suspect that you have some malware on your computer causing issues that we are not able to solve through means we can use here in the Tech Forums. I suggest you read the
'Start Here' topic found
here. With these self-help tools you have a high chance of fixing the problems on your own. If you are still having problems after following Step 3 of the guide, continue with Step 4 and 5 and post in the
Malware Forum. If you are unable to run any programs, Please create a topic stating what you have tried so far and that you are unable to run any programs. Also, Please do
NOT post the logs in this thread.
If you are still having issues after the malware expert gives you a clean bill of health, Please return to
THIS thread and we will pursue other options to help you solve your current problem(s).