Correct this problem by updating the graphic card drivers on your computer. Begin by identifying what graphic card you have. (Select Start menu, type Run and then enter dxdiag at the command line. The Display tab shows your driver and the amount of video memory). Go to the website of the manufacturer to download and install the latest drivers.
Here is an example for NVIDIA: Go to: http://www.nvidia.com/Download/index.aspx?lang=en-us and select option 2 to have NVIDIA automatically check what needs to be updated.