Is anyone having problems logging into Yahoo Mail Beta because of a virus?

When I tried to log into Yahoo Mail Beta my antivirus software said that access to the file was denied because of a detected virus. Later, it said that the situation had been resolved and the virus was deleted. So, I tried logging in again, and it said that a virus has been detected and access to the file was denied. Is this a problem with my computer or with Yahoo, or does one of my emails have a virus attached to it? I don't know much about this kind of stuff so any help would be appreciated. I have Norton Antivirus if that helps.

Is anyone having problems logging into Yahoo Mail Beta because of a virus?anti virus protection

Hi,

You should use "Noadware".This software is very very effective.I don't have any more problems with spyware/pop-up or virus since I used this software.Now,you can download and try "Noadware" for FREE.Check it out here:

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How do I remove this Virus W32.Virtu.U?

My Computer has been by this virus for one whole week. I ran Symantec Antivirus scan and it kept going on for 8 hours without removing the virus compleltely. Please tell me which Antivirus Software should i use.

How do I remove this Virus W32.Virtu.U?anti virus scan

I have 2 suggestions.

1, click start, run and type in MRT then hit ok.

this is the microsoft malicious software removal tool, it has the w32/virut virus in it's data base.

if this somehow does not work then,

2. copy and paste this link, http://www.precisesecurity.com/blogs/200...

The tool mentioned, is specificaly for the removal of w32/virut.u virus.

Good Luck.

How do I remove this Virus W32.Virtu.U?ariel

Boy, seems to be a serious problem. You should get an antivirus. Here is a FREE AVG antivirus download: http://www.removevirtumonde.com/free-avg...

Hope this helps.
You need a decent AV.
you can made ascan and it removedeasly
Almost all the free online virus scan will do scans of your computer only. To remove the varmints you have to buy their products. So first thing you do is shutdown your computer, use a friends computer to download one of the trials softwares available:

free.grisoft.com

www.kaspersky.com

to name a few. This tools will scan and remove any virii in your computer. Afterwhich, do a complete scan again to be sure.

Before reformating?

I have here a list what they say i need before i start reformatting the drive,

1 Windows operating system installation disc with CD-KEY

2 Device Drivers

3 Antivirus software

I have the xp cd handy with product key ready to go

and all the device drivers like my dsl modom/ and my soundcard

as for my antivirus do i need to download that back on my computer right after i reinstall windows xp back on my pc and scan that after windows is back on my pc?

Before reformating?anti virus software

back up is first state before reformatting

even i u r going to format only c drive

first better to at safer side

becoz its have chances to loss the data

second stage is be sure that whatever softwares u required u must have the cd of it

like motherboard driver, antivirus, ms office, etc.

and rest of things u r mentioned in urs email.

Before reformating?aurora

That seems to be all you need, unless you are missing your backups, which I guess are optional.
mainly you need to install the anti virus before going online to download
DON'T FORGET TO BACKUP FIRST!!!!

Anything that is on your computer that is important to you, you dont want to lose it. Any files, pictures, music etc
Ok, let me add something. Download and burn ubuntu to a CD. This means you can boot up and access internet even if your HDD has no operating system installed.

How to clean a pc that was infected with a brontoc virus?

Hello guys, could u pls help me out with this?? I've found out that my pc was infected with brontoc. I've noticed that the folder option in the tools menu was missing and after I execute the run on the start button, my pc is restarting even though I didnt do restarting...What antivirus software is suited for this?? could u pls provide me an antivirus that cleans brontoc and at the same time free of charge or no subcription is needed.....thanks

How to clean a pc that was infected with a brontoc virus?anti virus

Go to www.cybertechhelp.com.

My computer was also affected by this virus, and no removal tool worked, and I couldn't download any .exe file because of the virus. I couldn't download anti-virus programs etc. (Computer was restarting when I tried to download .exe files) But the staff at cybertech is great. They offer you wonderful assistance.

My computer is better than before!

How to clean a pc that was infected with a brontoc virus?auto protect

try to research in the internet what kind of virus is a brontoc virus? and what anti-virus can clean up that virus
I use and highly recommend AVAST
I made a tutorial for you at:

http://coldpctips.blogspot.com

How can i delete the files which belongs to a remove program?

I have a symantec antivirus client installed but its corrupted so i have to remove it. But after that its still in the windows add/remove program list and cannot be remove. when im installing another kind of antivirus software it still detects the previous sofware. I tried searching for it manually but it cannot be found.

How can i delete the files which belongs to a remove program?antispam

start up in safe mode (tap f8 during start up)

then try to remove the program...

if you have the disk put it in and see if it has an uninstall in the setup options...

good luck

How can i delete the files which belongs to a remove program?avast

reinstall the program then uninstall it again

Why cant i see mtv.com page on my computer?

i used to be able to see this page before.....i dont know if i changed a setting that i cant see mtv.com i have norton antivirus software and now running internet explorer 7 (when i had ie 6 same thing couldnt see mtv.com either)........what settings on my antivirus or computer settings need to be changed so i can view this page thanks

Why cant i see mtv.com page on my computer?antispyware

to view mtv.com you need to have Adobe Flash Player 9 installed on your computer. try to install flash player and see if that helps. maybe they used to use older version of flash so you could view it before. you can download it from adobe site http://www.adobe.com/shockwave/download/...

Why cant i see mtv.com page on my computer?best antivirus software

you can buy receiver card for your computer

and see any channel in your computer

I have Norton 360 and all my security is working properly but on any browser i get annoying pop-ups.

Right now the only Web Browser i have installed in my computer is IE7. I used to have Firefox but it also kept getting popups and popunders.I also had Maxthon but it run like a turtle and it freezes alot. I always get popups to get an antivirus or sometimes ebay just popups out of knowhere.

(Oh yeah plz give me a good answer don't tell me any of this)

If you鈥檙e seeing popups no matter what you are doing, you鈥檝e got spyware or adware installed. In most cases the removal of these programs is very easy and will also improve your computers performance.

If you鈥檙e using antivirus software, make sure it鈥檚 up to date and scan your entire PC. If you鈥檙e not yet using any.

Because i have my Norton 360 up to date and have done like a million scans but my browser always gets pop ups.

If i had spyware or a virus my Norton 360 would already have detect it but nothing ever changes i keep getting popups and i can't find an answer why.

I have Norton 360 and all my security is working properly but on any browser i get annoying pop-ups.?antivirus download

What makes you think that Norton 360 detects ALL malware?

Last time I checked, just because it has a very high detection rate, doesn't mean it will absolutely find everything.

First go into Safe Mode and do a scan, instructions here http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorial... . If that doesn't work, get another scanner.

If you're going to insist that Norton 360 is a panacea and can't understand why nothing's being detected go do some homework. Experts recommend having at least 2 anti-malware applications so where one program won't find something the other one will.

I don't care if you don't like this answer, at least it's not my fault you're stubborn and your PC security has nothing to do with me. I am simply helping because I feel an obligation to help people that got a malware problem because I had one too. Go to http://www.emsisoft.com/en/software/ax/ and get it checked.

Windows error?

recently my antivirus software detected a virus in a system 32 file and it was deleted by antivirus.

After deleting I am getting an error while log in to windows. It shows windows script error. "Can not find boots.vbs "

I was tryingto restore my computer to an earlier date but it is not working.

Please help. It's urgent. Is it serious error??

Windows error?antivirus downloads

Can you access Windows in Safe Mode? Push F8 several times when starting up. If you can login in Safe Mode, it could be a file in your startup folder trying to kick off when you login. Go to Start %26gt; Run %26gt; and type "msconfig". (without quotes). Click on the Startup tab and look for boot.vbs/boots.vbs. If it's there, uncheck it and try starting up again.

As far as I know, boot.vbs is NOT a part of Windows, I don't have it on my computer. That means that if the aboev method doesn't work, your virus is probably still lurking in your computer somewhere, so try some online scans.

Here's 3:

http://housecall.trendmicro.com/

http://www.bitdefender.com/scan8/ie.html

http://security.symantec.com/sscv6/defau...

Windows error?cafe racer

Download Process Explorer from:

www.microsoft.com/ technet/sysinternals/ ProcessesAndThreads/ ProcessExplorer.mspx

Download Autoruns From:

www.microsoft.com/technet/ sysinternals/ ProcessesAndThreads/ Autoruns.mspx

Run Process Explorer and Kill the Following Processes:

wscript.exe

dxdlg.exe

Run Autoruns and under logon tab, remove

C:\WINDOWS\system32\ wscript.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\ boot.vbs

Search for entries named wproxp and remove it

Remove the following files from your PC:

C:\WINDOWS\system32\ dxdlg.exe

wproxp.exe

(Most probably in your system32 or windows folder)

C:\WINDOWS\system32\boot.vbs

Greetings! My web browser being hijack.?

My web browser (microsoft internet explorer 7) always go to default webpage which direct it to some irritating antivirus software homepage. I had uninstall it ( the explorer), I had download ad-aware 2007, my anti-virus is AVG but it seems not helping at all. I had changed my default homepage from internet option tab, still not working. Full system scan antivirus had removed some malicious spyware and adware but this web browser hijacker still there. Any other option beside re-formatting the hard disk?

Greetings! My web browser being hijack.?antivirus programs

By what you're saying it sounds like it's smitfraud. Smitfraud is a malware, which is very hard to remove. It bombard you with pop ups, takes over your homepage and slows down your computer. Here's a link to the fix:

http://siri.geekstogo.com/SmitfraudFix.p...

It looks very complicated but it's not! Here's how you use it:

1) Close all applications

2) Open up Smitfraud Fix (Yellow Icon)

3) It says press any key to continue...press a key

4) Look at the bunch of options when it opens up:

Search

Clean

Delete Trusted Zone

Check For Updates

Search And Clean DNS Hijack

French

Quit

5) All you need to do once it opens up, is press the "2" key

6) It will clean and once it's done, it will run disk cleaner

How do I get rid of indt2.sys and andt.sys?

Recently I submitted a question about having malware or a virus that causes my computer to sometimes play audio on its own. My antivirus program hadn't detected anything, but people suggested that I use a trial version of Kaspersky and it definitely caught a problem. There are two files which appear to install themselves, indt2.sys and andt.sys and although I have tried quarintine, denying the function, and going in via safe mode and deleting the files, they always come back within a few moments. I'm assuming that means some startup file I have is responsible, but they all check out with the antivirus software I've been using. Thanks again!

How do I get rid of indt2.sys and andt.sys?antivirus protection

Hello,

It sounds like you are infected with a trojan. So I think you are having a hard time because trojan's are not exactly viruses. So most anti-virus programs will not remove them, because they do not see them as viruses.

A couple of month's back I suffered a nasty trojan infection. It completely screwed my computer up. Every time I would get on the internet I would get blasted with pop-up after pop-up.

It got so bad, I thought I would have to get a new computer. So out of frustration I called Geek Squad. They wanted $200 to Look at my computer, and that didn't include fixing it. No Way!

I want to uninstall my norton antiviruscorporateedition while uninstalling asking password but i hav

i want to uninstall my norton antivirus from my computer since it is old version .while uninstalling requires password i have forgotton the password let me know how to uninstall without password.i want to install a new antivirus software.

I want to uninstall my norton antiviruscorporateedition while uninstalling asking password but i have forgotenantivirus scan

Download and Run the Nortons Removal Tool. Skip Step 3 the instructions on reinstalling it.

http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/tsg...

I want to uninstall my norton antiviruscorporateedition while uninstalling asking password but i have forgotencomputer security

hmmmmm.........try this...got o start...click on settings then control panel n then there is a icon called add or remove objects.....double click on tht n then find ur norton ativirus n click on remove button on the xtreme right!!!!!!

am not sure whether it will ask for the password...but wats thre in tryin!!!!!
Try symantec

Issue on Trojan Horse?

Hi, I just got my computer reformatted because there was a Trojan Horse that infected my PC last time and I would like to know what kind it is?

It is not transferable by e-mail, and it only goes into the system files, and then corrupts Norton Antivirus or any other antivirus software.

That's it, I'm not going to www.serials.ws anymore. They are fake, and when you open it, some may say, that if you want to download some sort of serial generator. Please send this into your friends and collagues, never visit serails.ws again!

I visited that site because I looked for a serial number for Alcohol 120%.

Issue on Trojan Horse?antivirus software

Well it's kind of your own fault that you got the virus. With the info you gave I can't give a name of the virus but you shouldn't be looking for free serial numbers anyway. IT'S ILLEGAL!!

Issue on Trojan Horse?computer virus

Well if you ever have that problem again,uninstall nortons,because it's crap,and download nod32,install it,run scan and fix,then uninstall,download avast home edition and run it.Costs you nothing and i don't have problems with trogans.If you want to buy nod 32 then keep it,as it is the best by far.
why did you reformatted? don't you have antivirus?

HELP!! my comp restarts when im playing counterstrike condition zero of its own accord!?

whenever i play counter strike condition zero, when the game is loading, my computer restarts of its own accord! my os is xp, 223 ghz speed , ive got escan as my antivirus program.is there any way how i can stop this restarting? does it happn if the comp gets too heated up? or is there a virus in the comp? if yes,where can i get free GOOD antivirus software? also can i just select files and check only them or do i have 2 check my whole comp?

and do viruses multiply if the comp is turned off? - thank u very much

HELP!! my comp restarts when im playing counterstrike condition zero of its own accord!?antivirus

maybe you should ask the valve people...?

most likely a computer compatibility problem, maybe a virus.

MAKE SURE (go through the support section of their website) to make sure your computer is compatible

HELP!! my comp restarts when im playing counterstrike condition zero of its own accord!?computer

Definitely sounds like a virus man...did you download it from somewhere besides a disk?

About security for my computer?

I have installed the AVG antivirus and the AVG anti-spyware... I was told that they were good antivirus software... Is there anything else that I need to keep my computer protected? Previously I had norton and I think I had pretty much everything I needed for protection but since my licence expired I really dont know I need something else

About security for my computer?ariel

You need to install one firewall.

The Windows firewall doesn't stop malware on your pc from dialling out.

http://www.zonelabs.com Zone Alarm firewall OR

http://www.comodogroup.com/ - Comodo firewall.

You need all three anti spyware programs;

http://www.ewido.net - AVG(Ewido) anti trojan (which you have.)

http://www.lavasoft.com - Ad-Aware SE Personal anti adware

http://www.safer-networking.org - Spybot Search and Destroy anti spyware. Use the Teatimer settings to protect Internet Explorer, and the Immuniser to stop malware getting on your pc.

Also use Microsoft Defender and their online scans.

And these are useful utilities;

http://www.mozilla.com/ - Firefox web browser.

http://www.ccleaner.com Cr*pcleaner Registry cleaner and privacy tool

Winpatrol is a handy utility that manages cookies on your pc and stops unwanted changes to your startup folder.

http://www.winpatrol.com

Vista - Windows defender, should i remove it ??

hi, Vista has got windows defender but if I want to use some antivirus software shouldn't I uninstall it ? If i hav win defender and antivirus it could cause conflict ,right??

How can I "safely" disable or remove windows defender?? Again I want use Norton , Nod32 or Panda and don't want any crushes or missing dll

Thanks

Vista - Windows defender, should i remove it ??aurora

Windows defender is a poor anti spyware program it cannot be removed from Vista - however alot of people turn it off because of its poor performace %26 the fact it slows down Vista - windows defender is known to have updating problems which give users of vista more headaches.

These free program works well on vista %26 work alot better than Windows defender:

http://www.comodo.com/boclean/boclean.ht...

http://www.superantispyware.com/

http://www.safer-networking.org/

How to disable defender in vista click start in the box above start type msconfig you will get a pop up click startup tab unclick Windows defender restart your PC you will get a popup when it restarts tick dont show again.

You can only run one AV - I would go with Nod32 is the best.

You can run as many anti spyware as you want they wont conflict with your AV.

Vista - Windows defender, should i remove it ??download

AVG and Comodo Firewall clash?

I was running AVG Antivirus and Comodo Firewall but they clash which results in the AVG email scanner not working.

I uninstalled AVG and installed Avira but it does not scan emails at all.

Would you recommend I change to a different firewall, (and if so, which one would you suggest),and reinstall AVG, or is there other antivirus software which will scan emails and not conflict with Comodo (which I like)?

AVG and Comodo Firewall clash?auto protect

This will work better for you:

Comodo Firewall %26 free Avast AV:

http://www.avast.com/eng/avast_4_home.ht...

Avast scans e-mails - higher detection rate than AVG but lower than Avira.

AVG and Comodo Firewall clash?downloads

i think you got your wording wrong they don't exactly clash ,it just that when avg wants to go get it's updates, which occurs on a daily basis your firewall is denying it permission am i right? you can run avg and comodo together you just have to configure comodo to allow avg access to the web for it's updates. or failing that turn off the automatic update feature of avg and manually get your updates. if by chance there is a clash over scanning e-mails just turn it off and go to one of the web based e-mail clients i.e. yahoo/hotmail or g-mail. anyone who really cares about keeping their windoze clean does'nt use outlook anyway.
Norton Anti-Virus will scan emails, and Norton has a firewall (in Internet Security or 360 package) and I don't have a problem with them.
I have never heard of AVG conflicting with Comodo before, but if you are sure they are, then you will obviously need to remove one of them.

In my computer windows defender gone turned off (windows vista home premium)?

I am getting a message that there are multiple security problems in your computer. when I checking in detail it shows that 'virus protection - not found' 'spyware and other malware protection -off' 'windows defender - turned off'

Actually I have installed an Antivirus software (only antivirus and firewall) and it shows as active

please any one can help me to solve this problem?

In my computer windows defender gone turned off (windows vista home premium)?avast

To restart your defender just go to start, all programs and right click on the windows defender and select send to desktop and then you can control defender right from your desktop, I do it all the time, Good Luck;

This is very good tool and I recommend it to keep your pc in good running condition,

Windows Advanced Care , This tool will keep you computer running good and you can see the startup programs to help you understand what runs in the startup programs; It also imunizes your computer against the attcks we face each time we go on the internet Just run it once a day and your worrys are much less,

http://www.download.com/Advanced-Windows...

Here is a very good tool called Winpatrol and it monitors your computer for programs that try to run on your system without your knowlege, This tool also allows you to manage all the startup programs on your computer,, It also warns you if a program tries to run without your permission, I use this software and I recommend it,

What will happen to my computer, am I safe?

i was in this website %26 my antivirus, w/c is already expired, notified me that this site has phishing capability %26 warned me to block from browsing. Out of curiousity, I entered the site %26 there was a message there that it is hacked. Is my computer invaded? I know im a risk taker but im worried now what will happen. What should i do aside from updating my antivirus software to get rid of the hacker if he really hacked me. Thanks, I will surely appreaciate your answers %26 info.

What will happen to my computer, am I safe?best antivirus software

I would just run some scans to make sure you are safe. Then get a free ant-virus program and a firewall.

Anti-virus----http://free.grisoft.com/

Firewall---http://www.personalfirewall.comodo.com/

Scans to make sure you are clean....

You can run a free online scan from CA.

http://www3.ca.com/securityadvisor/virus...

Run Spybot and SuperAntiSpyware weekly.

Download, update and run Spybot---http://www.safer-networking.org/...... . Don't forget to use the Immunize feature.

Download, update and run SuperAntiSpyware---http://www.snapfiles.com/get/SuperAntiSp...

Now to prevent spyware from being installed in the first place....

Download SpywareBlaster---http://majorgeeks.com/download2859.html....

SpywareBlaster doesn't scan and clean for spyware - it prevents it from ever being installed.

I go to add and remove and take out a program called systemdoctor2006. it keeps comming back. what d

this is on my laptop. how do i get rid of it forever. my antivirus does not find it. systemdoctor2006 is an antivirus software itself but i think it is a trojan. help me please

I go to add and remove and take out a program called systemdoctor2006. it keeps comming back. what do i do.?bmw

Scan for viruses/adware/spyware in safe mode.

EDIT:

That program put something in the regristry that made it keep coming back. You should also scan the registry for thtat.

I go to add and remove and take out a program called systemdoctor2006. it keeps comming back. what do i do.?free adware remover

Use a program that takes out spy ware and add ware.You may find these programs at www.download.com. These programs will take out the spy ware and add ware that are in your laptop and stop system doctor from reappearing.
Ok, first make sure you have the very newest virus update for your computer, and run it again, if it doesn't pick it up, sorry to say but your going to have to format your hard drive. just make sure to save all your music, pictures and any other files you want, and if your not comfy then don't do it, but I had similar things on my system and just finally had to format c, there was no other way to get rid of the programs.....

How can Norton remove viruses that it failed to block?

My Norton Antivirus failed to block another Antivirus Software that is a security threat to my computer. how can I remove that threat?

How can Norton remove viruses that it failed to block?cafe racer

Normally your malware programs will delete these beasts. If this is not the case you should be aware that a lot of viruses, spyware %26 adware are designed to sit in RAM, the registry and System Restore and because of this will return even after deleting or re-booting. Removing can be a little time consuming but thankfully not impossible. Yes there are many sites offering solutions to removal but why not do the obvious yourself?

First of all you must turn off System Restore. This can be achieved by going to 鈥楽tart鈥?%26gt; 鈥楳y Computer鈥?%26gt; 鈥楶roperties鈥?%26gt; Open the 鈥楽ystem Restore鈥?tab then enable 鈥淭urn off system restore on all drives鈥?%26gt; click apply %26gt; click ok.

It is now best to re-boot your computer in Safe Mode 鈥?(achieved by pressing F8 continually during boot up) this should clear out the malware in RAM and the registry.

You must now run your anti virus and anti spyware and anti adware software and delete or quarantine any viruses or spies found.

Re-boot your computer in normal mode and complete another virus check. If all comes back clean don鈥檛 forget to turn on System Restore.

Some typical examples of free downloads for keeping your system clean are:

Need help with Winsock?

Here we go. I'm fixing my friend's dell (windows xp). It had some viruses and I cleaned it up in regular operation mode, then again in safe mode and removed 4 infected files. Today when the virus scan was running I was able to access the internet, then ever since it says there is a corrupted/deleted file in the winsock catalog and it has limited or no connectivity. So, I tried running the diagnostic for internet explorer and it reset it, but that didn't work. Tried searching the winsock fix manually in "search" and it reset it, but that didn't work. Then I tried going into command prompt and typing in the key words and it reset it again, but still didn't work. The wisock repair didn't work, but it still won't let me go online and keeps asking me to reset, then restart, but it still won't work. Is the antivirus not doing the job and getting all those viruses out or something? What's going on? Not sure how up to date her security is. Can't access antivirus software online either? help!!

Need help with Winsock?computer protection

You will need an OS disk of the same that is installed and type or paste in the command prompt sfc /scannow

This will fix or replace any damaged or missing system files.

Hi Can someone please tell me how to do this with vista ultimate? Thx in advance.?

We recommend you add the game manager (and related applications) to your Firewall and antivirus software's safe list (usually referred to as "whitelisting") to resolve these problems. By adding these applications to a safe list, your firewall and antivirus application will NOT recognize your game or our game manager as malicious and allow you to completely download and activate all your games. The game manager is located in your Program Files:C:\Program Files\bfgclientThe 3 applications that need to be "white listed":bfgclient.exe bfgprocess.exe bfggameservices.exe

Hi Can someone please tell me how to do this with vista ultimate? Thx in advance.?computer repair

By default, most programs are blocked by Windows Firewall, to help make your computer more secure. To work properly, some programs might require you to allow them to communicate through the firewall. Here's how to do that:

Open your Control Panel

click Allow a program through Windows Firewall.

If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

Select the check box next to the program you want to allow, and then click OK

I had a link to a picture of it on my photobucket. but it wont allow the link. so IM me if you need.

How do I know if I have a pc virus on my mac or not?

What if it is a virus for the mac and not for pc?

This pop up comes up when I'm on the mac, telling me that I do not have an anti virus and I could have a virus (However I do have an antivirus- avast). One time I clicked exit from the popup and an internet window showing the computer downloading the antivirus software came up. I exited out of the window too. Is this a mac virus or pc virus? Or is it even a virus?

How do I know if I have a pc virus on my mac or not?computer security

Likelihood is it's a trap to make people download a virus. The pop-up will come up and will have a fake close button, inside the real window (it's a bit hard to explain without a picture), so when you think you're closing the window, you're actually clicking on a link to download a virus. Chances are, it's a PC virus, so you don't need to worry. I've used a Mac for 5 years, with no anti-virus, and never had any problems with viruses - there are very very very few viruses for Macs, just because they aren't as popular.

If you're really worried, just run your anti-virus program, and it'll pick anything up that might be a problem.

How do I know if I have a pc virus on my mac or not?free spyware remobal

I don't do macs but I recently read that there was a spyware infection that was geared for macs.

Your antivirus might not catch the spyware since they are technically different.

On a side note:

Within the next year it will be interesting since as macs become more popular there will be more motivation for virus and spyware creators to focus on macs. We will see how secure they really are (or is it really perfect).
You could do a sweep of your computer or buy and download some anti-viris softwear...that could help you find out and get rid of it...

Need help with winsock problems. Weird problem any advice???

Here we go. I'm fixing my friend's dell (windows xp). It had some viruses and I cleaned it up in regular operation mode, then again in safe mode and removed 4 infected files. Today when the virus scan was running I was able to access the internet, then ever since it says there is a corrupted/deleted file in the winsock catalog and it has limited or no connectivity. So, I tried running the diagnostic for internet explorer and it reset it, but that didn't work. Tried searching the winsock fix manually in "search" and it reset it, but that didn't work. Then I tried going into command prompt and typing in the key words and it reset it again, but still didn't work. The wisock repair didn't work, but it still won't let me go online and keeps asking me to reset, then restart, but it still won't work. Is the antivirus not doing the job and getting all those viruses out or something? What's going on? Not sure how up to date her security is. Can't access antivirus software online either? help!!

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20 minutes ago

I typed in sfc /scan now

and like I said, it reset it, but I still keep getting the error. Any idea what could be wrong

Need help with winsock problems. Weird problem any advice???computer virus

There are a number of programs out there that claim to fix winsock problems. Here's one to try:

http://www.download3k.com/Install-WinSoc...

Is It True?

i really like the look of macs and tat they are virtually immune to viruses

they look better and have a camera and suit my needs also

so i was looking at some macs at curcuit city online and apparently the cheapest iss 999$?!?

but then i thought about it

i have heard that vista is buggy not only that but is incompatable with some older softwares and hardwares

so when you factor in the cost of the cpu alone for a windows vista computer the screen the printer keyboard/mouse and all the antivirus software and spyware stuff would it really be much cheaper ot get a pc or a mac

i am asking for one of these for my birthday so i need to have some great facts and other things to even convince my dad of considering the option

also what mp3 players (excluding ipod) work well with a mac?

Is It True?computer

It really depends on what you want a computer for ,gaming,business,music,video ,etc.Macs have a limited amount of software but that is getting a little better ,Windows have everything and anything available.Macs are more stable and secure but they cost a little more.Historically, Macs have not been very compatible with Windows computers but that is not really a issue these days.Microsoft does make a version of Office for Macs and since Macs started using Intel processors they can use Windows software using Parallels desktop for Mac.Overall in my opinion the Mac is a far better computer and if you really know your facts there fairly close in price and can use most Windows software these days.OS X ,Macs operating system is probably the best in the world.

My computer doesn't play any sounds. Anyone have the solution?

I麓ve tried to reinstall the plug and play software device enumerator and I have installed new audio drivers several times, but nothing seems to work and if I open the control panel and check sounds and devices properties, it says "no audio device" although if I tab into the hardware button, it says all devices are working properly. I do not have the windows XP CD so I can麓t reinstall all the components. I have no idea how it happened. A month ago I opened my pc and could not hear any sound whatsoever, it could be a virus, but I have antivirus software installed, so please if anyone have a solution for this problem, I would be very greatful. Thanks a lot!

My computer doesn't play any sounds. Anyone have the solution?computers

It may be that your device has broken. It sounds as though it is not installed properly though. These things can be difficult to fix, so i would ask a computer shop to have a look. Do you know any computer geeks?

My computer doesn't play any sounds. Anyone have the solution?hijack this

You may need a new sound card.First make sure that your old one is seated all the way.Unplug your tower then press the start switch.this drains the capacitors..then before you go into the case be sure to touch the metal frame to get rid of any static electricity.Check if there is a loose jumper wire that fell off.Look at the sound card and check if the end clips are laying down.If they are just press down on the top edge of the card.You will here and feel the card snap into place.The clips will be locked in the up positron when every thing is right. Are the speaker wires in the right place?Are the volume controls on the CD player turned on.you could get anew sound card at Walmart and if that wasn't the problem you can return it. If it was you will have new drivers for the new card. I hope this helps.

I don't know what's wrong with my computer?

Everytime i'm online i have trouble entering websites, even after constant refreshing the page still won't load. just yesterday i couldn't go on Y!A. recently the antivirus software on my computer was disabled but i still have Ad-Aware SE Personal. I run the program as often as i could but it does not help. I am currently downloading an anti-virus software.

I don't know what's wrong with my computer?download

try these 2 down load them then disconnect from internet remove what you have on your pc then install these 2 antivirus and spyware programs, if you are looking for a free antivirus and spyware, well I have been using these two for the last month or so, on a trial by myself, and so far, they are as good as any, that I have tried, if not better, since installing them they have picked up any and all known viruses and spyware.

The spyware impressed me, when I installed a torrent tool bar, that was full of spyware it not only removed the spyware it removed the tool bar as well, which impressed me.

The two programs are AVAST home and SPYWARE TERMINATOR, I would recommend these two programs to protect your systems.

The first link is avast antivirus

http://www.download.com/Avast-Home-Editi...

This is the link for spyware terminator

http://www.download.com/Spyware-Terminat...

Should I be worried? (Eicar Test String Virus)?

My Norton Anti-virus software detected a virus called Eicar Test String (i think it's called). I looked this virus up and i found out that it's just to test if an antivirus software is working or not, but when Norton Anti-virus found it, it couldn't quarantine nor fix it. It couldn't do anything. Should I be worried at all? Will the virus affect my computer?

Should I be worried? (Eicar Test String Virus)?downloads

No, that test virus does no harm to a computer.

Maybe you can see the path to the test virus and go delete it yourself.

Should I be worried? (Eicar Test String Virus)?house call

No worries.

It is just a harmless file with file characteristics of a virus to test AV programs to see if they will detect it. Harmless - if it's the true EICAR.

Norton does't fix most viruses - just delete it.
The text file test virus is completly harmless

either delete it manually or tell Norton to delete it (if option is available)

Trojan in my computer?

I ran Microsoft's Malicious Software Removal Tool and this is what it said was corrupt. Win32/tibs.gen!encrypted, but it said it could not remove it, I have eTrust EZ antivirus software as well as firewall and things of that nature. How do I go about deleting it if the virus scanner doesn't pick it up?

Trojan in my computer?ducati

This is free.

AVG anti virus/anti spyware remover.

AVG Removes I-Worm/Stration 路 BackDoor.Generic3.GBB and .GBC 路 Worm/Generic.FX 路 Exploit.WMF

http://free.grisoft.com/doc/5390/lng/us/...

Trojan in my computer?hp

Get NV 2007...... Jinks
try using this one http://www.prevx1.com its a 30 day trial but it finds viruses/trojans that most antivirus software can't find, also it deletes it too...
add/remove programs... use that and delete stuff tht looks bad like "microsoft money" ewwwww sounds really virusy
Get NV 2007........

Wat should i do my pc has been affected by virus?

its so powerful that it has corrupted my latest antivirus software,and it hangs of my pc when any antivi.. software is being installed.I TOO DO NOT HAV THE DRIVER CDS WITH ME ...

Wat should i do my pc has been affected by virus?firewall

you don't need reformat!!!!!! role back your hard drive. go to ALL PROGRAMS, ACCESSORIES, SYSTEM TOOLS, SYSTEM RESTORE, then it will ask you if you want to restore your computer to an earlier date click yes. pick a date on the calender before you got the virus the click OK. it will restore the computer like the day you got the virus never happened.

Wat should i do my pc has been affected by virus?husqvarna

the best way is to re-format your system... about driver CDs, u can ask your friends for help to find the drivers from the internet.
you need to reformat it..you should have partitioned your drives for protection
Buy a Mac. They don't get viruses.
Take out the infected hard drive from your computer, and bring it to any tech shop. Hopefully, they might be able to delete the virus without re-formatting. Tech shops should have computers that many virus protection programs are installed on. They can connect your hard drive to their computer as the secondary drive, and perform full amount of virus protection programs to kill the virus. If you have a friend who builded him/her own computer, ask him/her.
serves you right for going on sites you shouldn't have, enough free anti virus software around people like you only spread the damn things ...
Download and install a good antivirus program. You can find a list here:

http://askcomputerexpert.ws43.com/downlo...

Then scan your computer and delete all the infected files. Then you should be OK. Be sure you keep your antivirus program updated and also use a firewall!

No one recieves my emails through outlook express.?

I have all the settings 100% to the point perfect the way yahoo tells me to setup outlook express. The SMTP and the POP are correct and the ports are correct. I have tried alternat ports and get the same issue with ports that yahoo says are suppose to work as well if 25 is blocked by your ISP. The PC has no antivirus software and has no firewall at all, windows or software installed firewall. I can recieve emails and send them with no errors at all as if it works perfect but the person does not recieve the email. I have sent emails from yahoo's web mail and they send perfect in less then a second. I just upgraded my account from classic to plus and within seconds of upgrading my account I was able to use the POP just not able to send emails.....or able to send but not able to recieve on the other end. Any solutions?

No one recieves my emails through outlook express.?free adware remover

Make sure that you only have a single SMTP address. There can be problems with multiples even if you choose Yahoo as primary.

鉁?br>No one recieves my emails through outlook express.?internet security 2006

There is a 50/50 chance there could be somthing on their end.
On your end try to check mail filtering or any block addresses coz that person might be on the block list.

Are you able to receive email from that person? Have that person double check his filtering coz he might have you added to the block list also

Unnecessary files?

I want to free up space on my hard drive by getting rid of every single file my computer doesn't need.

I just want to keep the following files:

itunes

Antivirus software

Spyware software

Firefox- I want to delete Internet explorer (old browser)

Defragmentation

Error-checking

disk cleanup

I also want to keep the ability to click new text documents

Everything else I want gone so how do I do this?

Unnecessary files?free anti virus

To delete Internet explorer, Go to Control Panel ==%26gt; Add or Remove Programs ==%26gt; Add/remove windows components (on the left side). Make sure there's no check next to Internet Explorer. Then, press Next.

You can also delete other windows components in the same way.

Use "Add or Remove Programs" in "Control Panel" to get rid of all the programs you don't need.

Once you do that, manually delete all the files you don't need from your disk drives.

You can also delete files from the "Program Files" folder in the C drive.

But don't delete anything from the "Windows" folder.

You can even delete the program shortcuts from the start menu.

This should be enough to give you a completely clean PC.

It's not part of your question but you should also clean your registry using a registry cleaner program. That will really speed up your PC.

Unnecessary files?internet security software

there is a review of some software that does this at

http://www.members.cox.net/freereview

(1)Tell a genuine site which really increases internet brousing speed for free? (2) How effective is

1. Please let me know the genuine software that can really increase net surfing speed of AN WIRELESS MODEM CONNECTION for free and from which site to download it?

2. How effective is the free edition of AVG Antivirus software? Are there any other such better ones which ll work without reducing computer speed?

(1)Tell a genuine site which really increases internet brousing speed for free? (2) How effective is free AVG?free antivirus download

!) I've never heard of anything like that, I don't see how a download could increase surfing speed, the only thing that would really increase it is more processor speed or less add-ons in your browser, you can tell if the add-ons are affecting it by going to your start menu, all programs, accessories, system tools, and internet exploror (no add-ons) unless you're using Mozilla Firefox, then you can just go to start menu, all programs, find mozilla firefox and it should have an option for two different ones, regular and safe-mode.

2) Yes, AVG free edition is affective, that's what I use on both of my computers along with Ad-Aware SE Personal, and I've never had any problems, I've had both pc's more than 8 months.

(1)Tell a genuine site which really increases internet brousing speed for free? (2) How effective is free AVG?internet security

Free AVG is one of the worst,as far as my personal experience goes.When I used it ,I had so many unexpected problems,still no virus was found by an updated avg.Later mcafee detected around 30 infected files.
(2) AVG is very light on resources compared to all other FREE anti virus softwares
Free AVG is very much the worst of all its kind. It doesn't scan properly and shows that there are no viruses.

Actually, my friend has about 20 to 30 viruses which other scanners like Mcafee, and avast showed but AVG said that there were no viruses
torrent is a web site you can us
avg is some wat ok but im presently working eith kapersky its doing well

Internet Security vs Anti virus?

What is the difference between internet security software and antivirus software?

And is there any that you would recommend?

Internet Security vs Anti virus?free antivirus

Internet security software is a term for a suite of applications that often include antivirus, firewall, spyware and privacy protection pieces.

antivirus software is only a small piece of what you need.

What operating system are you looking to protect? You can either buy a suite of products or look for free versions of the software on the Internet.

I have used http://www.trendmicro.com/en/home/us/per... Internet Security Suite as well as free software programs such as:

Antivirus:

http://avast.com/i_kat_207.php registration required

http://free.grisoft.com

Anti-spyware:

Windows Defender

Spybot S%26D (http://www.spybot.info)

Firewall

Windows built in

Zonealarm (registration required) http://www.zonelabs.com

There are lots of others. Do a yahoo search on each item and you can build a pretty good list. If you need more information let me know.

ruloopy@yahoo.com

Internet Security vs Anti virus?internet

They both work hand in hand internet security is basically a firewall and anti virus keeps you free from viruses worms Trojans etc you should really should have both and symantec has a very nice package you can get http://www.symantec.com/
Security software bundles a whole bunch of crap into one, such antivirus, antispyware, pop up blocker etc, these programs are usually not as good as the stand alone programs. Here are a list of free antivirus, and antispyware http://www.basicspywaretips.com/freeviru...
norton uses this..dont get norton.....best is kaspersky

Why won't my computer allow me to watch video anymore?

When I try to watch a video from any site, it now won't show the movie. I am not sure how this happened as it is my bf's computer and the language is not English and I cannot read it or understand what or why. Is this from the antivirus software? And can I get around this so I can still watch videos on the net? Any help would be appreciated. We have G Data anti virus software. Thanks :-)

Why won't my computer allow me to watch video anymore?free spyware remobal

Oh dear, what browser are you using? If you are using Internet Explorer (and if it is in english), go to "Tools" (up there), "Internet Options", then a window will pop-up. Go to "advanced" tab, then scroll down until you see "Multimedia". Make sure that "Play videos" is checked.

If it's not in english, tell your boyfriend to go to "Control Panel" %26gt; "Date, Time, Language and Regional Options" and change the language settings to English.

Why won't my computer allow me to watch video anymore?kawasaki

~ Leeza...

~ Very simple answer...

~ Get a Mac or Apple computer...

~ No more crashes... no more problems...

How can you tell when your PC's about done?

I've had mine for about 2-3 years now and it seems like the older it gets the more problems I've had with it.

I've already taken everything off of it and started it anew again, but that only worked for so long.

I take care of it, and have spyware and antivirus software, but idk. I also defrag and do disk clean up, and i have window washer software. But now it seems like my graphic card is giving out because my games don't play like they used to. Any ideas to get my computer working somewhat like new again?

How can you tell when your PC's about done?free spyware remover

Granted it may be old in PC years and it certainly sounds if your taking care of it to the best of your ability. I've got two PC's at 6-7 years old that still run fine and are relatively fast. They don't run the latest gaming stuff or fancy video stuff,but for basic everyday surfing and home office stuff the run quite well.This could be separated into two parts , hardware and software side. For hardware i would look at upgrading your RAM as much as possible and possibly upgrading your Video card. Combined these would still be a whole lot cheaper than purchasing a brand new PC. On the software side I go with the motto of "lean and mean". Go through you add/remove programs and remove any unnecessary programs. Also clean out and backup your documents of old stuff I'm amazed on how much I accumulate over time and then delete. Run a program like CCleaner and clean out the rest of the computer of unnecessary stuff.Also stay away from little extras like fancy task bars, screen saver's and other what I call junk programs that are to me just fancy window dressings that hog up system resources. After all that do a good system defrag and it should run smoother. Good luck.

Need help connecting my Wii to the internet?

I'm using a Nintendo Wifi USB connector, with my Windows XP Laptop. I have the internet protocol on the USB connector's settings set to auto-obtain IP and DNS, have tried changing that and it still doesn't work.

I've downloaded the latest software, I've uninstalled and reinstalled until my hands were sore, I've turned off all antivirus software that I possibly can (I think Norton's still somewhat running, but I've tried everything and can't stop it).

Now, the problem: When I connection test, my computer says the wii is recieving full signal, right up till the end. Yet, always, up on my TV screen there pops a message saying the followng:

Error code: 52042

Unable to connect to the internet. Please see the wii operations manual,

... So what can I do!?

Need help connecting my Wii to the internet?free spyware

Call the tech support phone number on the Wii box. I had a problem with my remotes connecting a bit back, and I have to say that it was the best tech support experience I have ever had over the phone. It was an actual person, not an automated robot.

Windows upgrading prob....please help ! Windows XP Upgrade Compatibility error due to third-party ke

Windows XP Upgrade Compatibility

**************************************...

Setup cannot upgrade due to third-party kernel.

======================================...

Windows has detected that one or more protected core system files (kernel) on your computer have been modified. The Service Pack contains updated versions of those files, which work to provide a stable environment for your programs. Due to this modification, the Service Pack will not be installed. For more information, see Knowledge Base article Q327516 at http://support.microsoft.com.

but when i go to this provided link , it shows 'no results' . i ve uninstalled antivirus software too and installed many security patches so m not aware which security patch causes prob . well some security patches get installed while adding hardware drivers of Intel 965 motherboard . Im trying to upgrade normal SP2 wid unofficial released SP3 (XP) . is there any software which can help ?

Windows upgrading prob....please help ! Windows XP Upgrade Compatibility error due to third-party kernel.?hijack this

firstly sp3 is not so much succesful as sp2

it is much prompt to virus

but if u want t o still do it

then firstly repair ur sp2

just insert a bootable disc of sp2 and resart ur pc and boot from disc

and then repair it

repairing doesnot format harddrive or unistall any programs

Norton 360?

i just installed norton 360 on my computer but windows security center won't detect the anti-virus software. what do i do? it says windows did not find antivirus software on this computer. thanks!

Norton 360?hijackthis

Get rid of Norton and get a real virus program. I recommend NOD32 (http://www.eset.com/).

Pc problem help pls ? thank you?

When I turn on my pc , I saw these things : This copy of windows didnt pass genuine windows validation and you havent yet resolved the problem . this copy of windows is no longer eligible to receive the full range of upgrades and product support available from microsoft . to protect ur copy of windows click resolve now-resolve later

After then , I clicked on resolve now , nothing happened , the screen was still blue all the time , i kept waiting and waiting then I reseted my pc and made another choice later . everything would be ok , I could use my pc as usual . i dont know if I will get it next time then what should i do ? is it dangerous ? my pc has no antivirus software so im scared to connect internet , once time i tried with karpersky 6.0 but the ram is 64 mb and didnt seem fit for this as it required 128mb .

Add to this , in the right hand of screen i saw these thing :

You may be a victim of software counterfeiting . this copy of windows didnt pass genuine windows validation

Pc problem help pls ? thank you?house call

Your windows is not genuine and Microsoft has put warning message. To resolve, you need to connect to internet and press "resolve" so Microsoft website give you direction on how to buy product key and make it genuine.

You can call Microsoft if you own genuine Microsoft operating system to resolve it. OR Microsoft will ask to buy the product key and will tell you steps on how to remove the warning.

When i try to run McAfee security or Symnatec Security an empty window opens?

when i try to install the software an empty windoe comes up and nothing happens

this only seems to happen when i use an antivirus software not with anything else

When i try to run McAfee security or Symnatec Security an empty window opens?hp

God must be watching over you. Nortons %26 Mcafee, is the very worse junk out there for years. An each an every passing year they continue to get worse. They are hugh resource hogs and they don't really know one virus when you are hit with one. Plus they cliam they remove them, but they are still in your system.

In my spare time I test antivirus/antispyware programs to see if they perform as claimed.

The only two I have found that really work an I consider them to be state of the art technology that is light years ahead of any other free or paid program.

Download Avast. http://www.avast.com I use this free for home personal use in my back up computer. Never had one virus in over nine years. Plus they have an excellent background scanner that kills a virus or spyware in real time. You get frequent daily automatic updates. They require you to give them your email address so they can send you your free key that is good for one year. After one year you must request a new key.

Their corporate version is the same, they just make corporate pay. This company is out of Prague.

In my primary pc, I use what the Government of China uses. This program you have to purchase. You only pay a one time fee for life, that includes all automatic frequent updates, new versions an excellent support.

What should I do.?

My computer now has viruses, and I cannot download any antivirus software. Anyone know where I can get some?

free no dowload software, or what can I do to fix this. I cannot download anything. And everytime I am on a webpage, select words are highlighted as links, and sometimes I click them by accident and a page pops up that says error. I went to safe mode with networking and I still can't download. I am using Internet Explorer. Keep checking back for updates I really need you guys help. I also have an email link.

What should I do.?husqvarna

Sorry the safe mode with networking did not stop your virus from loading..Try this link. http://security.symantec.com/sscv6/home....

The only thing it will ask you to do is download active x controls...see if it works.

What should I do.?microsoft office

There is only way to solve your problem, which can keep all your data intact. Follow the instructions carefully.

1. You'll need a friend with a virus-free computer with an antivirus program installed in it, and updated with the latest updates.

2. Switch your PC off, open it and carefully remove your hard-disk and dismantle all the attached cables, and carry it to your friend's computer.

3. Now, open your friend's computer and attach your hard-disk as a secondary hard-disk.

Is there a way to make yahoo chat rooms work right with High Definition Audio drivers?

An error is generating when accessing yahoo chat rooms. The error reads:"The computer's audio mixer could not be initialized". It appears that no one has been able to troubleshoot this issue because updating sound drivers, lowering the firewall settings, removing the antivirus software does not resolve the issue. I have already exchanged 3 laptops and the same problem is recurring. The link is that the laptops have High definition audio drivers and yahoo is not compatible to this. NOTE: The problem is not with the computer it is with yahoo. We need to submit feedback to yahoo to get their POS software updated to a service pack of some sort that will fix this proble. Yahoo doesnt allow someone to submit any feedback on their chat. If anyone knows how I can submit this feedback let me know as well. If anyone knows a yahoo crack that fixes this problem let me know as well.

Is there a way to make yahoo chat rooms work right with High Definition Audio drivers?internet security 2006

The applet is no good to start with.

My cuz gave me his comp because he got the blu screen of death xp was on it can i format the hd with

he told me he got a virus on it i checked everything in the cpu its fine he bought it in 2004 the warranty ran out its a venture s519 intel pen 4 3.06ghz processor 80gig sata hd 52x cdrw/dvd combo gigabit nic+modem key+mouse+19 inch monitor he lost the xp disc i would like to put either win 2000 or win 98se he also gave me all his games software and his antivirus software

My cuz gave me his comp because he got the blu screen of death xp was on it can i format the hd with another sinternet security software

Of course you can.

The tutorial from Internet_Professors answer is a good place to start if you don't know what you are doing, and if you were already running win98.

Look for the part that starts with

First make a Startup Disk (Boot Disk): To create a Startup Disk, click the Add/Remove Programs icon in Windows Me/98 Control Panel. WebTechGeek.com

for the parts relevant to your case. You will have to go back up the page to find out how to make the boot disk, and if you are creating the boot disk from winXP, then you will have difficulty placing fdisk on the startup disk.

My recommendation would be to go to your cuzs, and ask him/her to put the your hard drive into their computer, and for them, or you, to format the drive as a FAT32 drive, then you will be able to install win98se from the disk.

How can I fix display problems after reinstalling the OS?

After reinstalling XP Home Edition my display settings were set at a very low level and I can't seem to adjust them. I went through the troubleshooting process but some of the options it suggested I was not able to access.

The computer was very buggy, adware, spyware and viruses out the yinyang. It was beyond using antivirus software or anti-malware software to repair it.

Is it possible that the reboot did not remove all the malware? Would using a good hard drive eraser solve this problem? Or do I need to look at other options?

How can I fix display problems after reinstalling the OS?internet security

The monitor or display of a computer is the primary user interface. Monitor problems are some of the most common computer problems since the voltages inside a monitor can be as high as 10 KV. Many of the problems can be fixed yourself by simply changing the settings. Detailed instructions available at http://fixit.in/monitor.html

How can I fix display problems after reinstalling the OS?network security

The problem is your Video Card's Drivers.

You will have to install them.

Everything will be right then.
install your video driver
after you install the video driver right click on the screen and click on settings you can change the in there%26gt;%26gt;

Adware/spyware linked to ActiveX controls - what to do?

I've just upgraded my antivirus software to AVG 8.0 and ran a scan. It has found a whole bunch of adware linked to ActiveX controls in my HKLM registry (path HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\ActiveX Compatibility\ ).

AVG is asking me if I want to remove them - which would mean they'll be encrypted and put in the virus vault - so they can be restored if needed, but I'm aware that messing with ActiveX controls isn't a good idea so I'm not sure what to do with them!

I don't even know how I got the adware as I have the 'optimum' security settings for ActiveX and only download them when asked, from legitimate websites.

I also haven't had any problems with popups etc as a result of the adware in the controls but my pc does sometimes run a bit slow and occasionally fails to boot when I switch on, I'm not certain that this is due to the adware either though.

Soooo... Should I 'let the sleeping dogs lie' or let AVG move them and see what happens?

Adware/spyware linked to ActiveX controls - what to do?internet

Go ahead and move them to the vault and see if your system runs ok,, Then if it does then after a week or so then go ahead and delete them and if you should notice something wrong after moving them to the vault then you can simply restore them,

SG

Adware/spyware linked to ActiveX controls - what to do?network

This is a really hard question to answer,

So I will recommend ,You have to check it out yourself.

Follow the link below and you'll come to a site that has all the info you need about "spyware / internet security".

Hope this helps out some way :)

http://syubrawi.com/spyware-blockers

http://fantastic-galleries.net/spyware

http://computer-internet-security-softwa...
Use Spybot and Ad-Aware to find and remove spyware.

Help! Undetectable Virus Removal Guidance ?

my computer have been attack by a virus but i do not know how to removed it . it corrupted my wins xp and i have to format the whole hdd (not a single partition as usual) and even now trace of it is still visible (the new wins xp is unstable-frequent crash, antivirus software,games, application, firewall mostly will not be able to be install on first try and sometimes the setup.exe even corrupted . Avg wont be able to be install since it crash 3 times already while installing. not to mention the wins xp refused to be install while in formatting process (it kept saying 'fail to copy from...' until i delete all previous partition). My friend have check the my whole hardware and all of them are working properly(and he is junior instructor in computer maintenance in a private college but cant do much in software problem) . So what do you think?

Help! Undetectable Virus Removal Guidance ?kawasaki

If you have done a complete hard drive format, you shouldn't have any traces of the virus on it. Have you done a hard drive check to see if your hard drive is going bad? How old is the hard drive in question? If you think you have a virus still hanging about, pay the money for an anti-virus program that will check your system before it installs. Instead of formatting from windows, do your formatting from command line.

Help! Undetectable Virus Removal Guidance ?nortan antivirus

run%26gt;dshchk%26gt;check both boxes there

Should I download Firefox?

I am debating on whether to get it because I am stuck with Internet Explorer. I really need some information proving that it is farmore secure than Windows IE. I already have anti spyware and Antivirus software. So basically I am asking if I am safe with IE even when I have security software.

Should I download Firefox?ktm

Don't hesitate. Download Firefox and enjoy it. You will never again go back to IE - e.v.e.r. ! I am using it for more than 2 years. Let me tell you both the positive and negative points about it.

First, the good news about FireFox:

- faster and efficient than IE

- innumerable built-in and add-on features, customizable

- tabbed %26 separate window browsing (this means more convenience)

- you can choose from a huge list of add-on features which you can switch on and off depending on need

- all these features add to time-saving and productivity

- individual add-on features are in hundreds, they can't be listed here

- it can warn phishing attacks (false websites imitating banks, PayPal, etc.). It has saved me several times.

--------------------------------------...

Now, the negative points:

- it is a bit heavy in size and may take more time during initial loading of the program (but web page loading will be faster)

- it occasionally crashes esp. when too many tabs are kept open (means, you will lose your bookmarks, etc.) Fortunately, there is an add-on which takes a backup of all your bookmarks and settings and will restore them back. But you must learn how to use it).

Removal of unwanted system tray icon?

my pc is working with window xp sp2.suddenly i have noticed a tray iconwhich glows into green/red alternatively and flashing a msg. yer. pc is infected wih lotof spyware;remove them with our programme. I ran my antivirus software and found nothing serious.i searched "add/remove and found no new installation.when i click (left/right) i get a websiteprompting me download an antispyware software.pl. let me know how to getrid of this nuicence?

Removal of unwanted system tray icon?live update

You can also try after removing the infection to do a system restore with a date option before you noticed the infection. If you use the application that came with the infection to remove it, you are relying on the notion that the creator of the infection plans on removing everything when you click uninstall. A system restore puts more control in your hands by removing unwanted entries from your system registry.

Removal of unwanted system tray icon?norten

I have this great program called Ccleaner it's free and it really helps clean junk on the computer, also I have AVG 7.5 antivirus It's really good. (If you have anymore questions feel free to ask)
Click Start, Run, msconfig, then the StartUp Tab, and Uncheck the odd Unknown ones from there and then Turn System Restore Off, Disconnect from the Internet, and Boot into Safe Mode, and then Scan, and see what you find then, You have an embedded Trojan... Good Luck
if you put the mouse pointer over it, it should tell you what it is then you can go into the start up list and disable it. Click Start then Run then type in msconfig then click ok then click the Start UP tab then find the line that matches and uncheck it depending on if you think it should be disabled and not part of any software that you have loaded to protect your system or you have completely had enough of the waste of system resources.
That is a spyware itself!!! DO NOT DOWNLOAD anything.

Try to go into Control Panel -%26gt; Add/Remove Programs and get rid of it. If you can provide the name of the sypware it will be of great help because different spywares install themselves differently.
no do not do that bad bad thing find spybot search and destroy it should find them all

My HP laptop takes 10 minutes to start up and the music/video files are choppy. What should I do??

I have run antivirus software/spyware/adware programs and it is clean. Also, I had to create a new user profile before because it said my profile was corrupt in the past. It is only 5 months old and hardly been used. Is this an issue with corrupt software that was on my laptop when I purchased it??

My HP laptop takes 10 minutes to start up and the music/video files are choppy. What should I do??liveupdate

Are you running Norton by any chance? if so, disable it and see if that helps the speed of start up. if it does, then you can adjust the settings to enable after start up. Also, check in your start/programmes/startup folder and see if there are programmes set to start up that could be disabled. Sometimes you can see what is running in the background by the icons on the lower right hand side of the screen.

Good luck!

My HP laptop takes 10 minutes to start up and the music/video files are choppy. What should I do??nortin

if running norton remove that norton hog the your pc. use AVG
Get new Windows...
I suggest taking it to the place where you got it from before the warranty expires. Since it is a new one, we should assume you have a good sound card in there and it could be faulty. We had a faulty dvd drive on a one month old laptop so it's possible you could have a faulty hardware (or software) in there too.
I have a HP laptop..n ive always had a fast startup. Ok..when u start up..on teh bottom right..do u have many programs that also start up when u start up? If so.that's probably why. Open one of them up..n in the options..uncheck where it says, "Start program when windows starts"
HP?! Those suck yo. Im sorry but i have a toshiba Tecra and it hasnt let me down yet. And im a NOOB to computers. And i download a crap load. Plus i heard Mac Laptops are kick! Id buy one.
i think you must have lots of files stored in the drive in which os is installed

better transfer it to another drive

or you can just format the drives and install the os freshly

but keep in mind that you have all the drivers you need for laptop

otherwise your laptop may not work properly
k one only if you have a virus two update your ram chips and try downloading a program called spy bot search and destroy to see if spy ware or something else is on your laptop.

VOTE!VOTE!!HAve your say.?

Rate the following antivirus softwares(from 10)

1.Norton

2.McAfee

3.Avast

4.AVG

please mention the reasons for ur ratings.Rate any other a.v software u think is good

VOTE!VOTE!!HAve your say.?malware

When the Federal Government tested all the AV/AS providers for their protections needs Nortons was the hands down winner.

1. Norton

2. Computer Associates eTrust

3. McAfee

Of the Independents.

1. AVG

2. AVAST

Update: Maybe you should go here and educate yourself in order to decide what you need and not what others want you to have.

http://www.internetinspiration.co.uk/com...

VOTE!VOTE!!HAve your say.?norton 360

Norton =%26gt; 50%

McAfee =%26gt; 99%

Avast =%26gt; 30%

AVG =%26gt; 30%
1- AVG

2- norton

3- mcafee

4- pc cillin

5- I don't know about avast or other antivirus
1. AVG (I have been safe for over 2 years using it)

2. McAfee (good, but friends of mine got virusses while using it)

3. Norton (I have found virusses on most PC's with Norton installed. Installl AVG on a PC with Norton and in my experience there is a 70% chance that you will find at least 5 virusses on it).

Unrated:

Avast (no experience with it).
Norton: 6/10 trys to take too much control of your computer

McAfee: 7/10 Good but can let some things slip by quiet easily

Avast: (not sure to be honest)

AVG: 7/10 Perfect price =) and is a fairly good defender
1.AVG 99% Found the virus I had on my PC

2.CA Anti-Virus 75% About the same

3.McAfee 75% About the same

4.Stinger 60% Some what

5.Norton 1% Did not find anything even though

there was a virus

I don't know anything about Avast.

My dell inspiron 9300 will not start. please help.?

My dell stopped working properly. At first when I turn it on, it says that some software or hardware change may have caused this. When I try all of the options, such as last known good configuration and safe mode, it starts up fine at the windows with the loading bar and then it goes to a blue screen. The blue screen says to disable any antivirus software, disk defragmentation, or backup utilities. The technical information reads: *** Stop: 0x00000024. I am not sure what this means but I would appreciate if someone could tell me. Thanks in advance.

My dell inspiron 9300 will not start. please help.?matchless

Hi,

It means that your disk drive has become corrupted or at least a vital driver file has!

If you have the windows CD you can boot from the CD to the recovery console and run chkdsk from their. Place the CD in the drive, boot from the CD and press R for Recovery console - see http://support.microsoft.com/kb/314058

Arnak

My dell inspiron 9300 will not start. please help.?norton 2008

Blue screen and stop errors are usually related to memory problems. (especially if the 0x0000024 number is the same) Try removing the memory sticks in your computer one at a time in sequentially order to see if it boots. If it boots with one of the sticks missing then you know it needs to be replaced.

I cant install anything on my pc, the .exe file just wont run, eventhough i have reinstalled my wind

i have this "restricted by bro act" written on the blue zone everytime i open "my computer", "my document", and every single folder that i opened. for example, "[[my documents]] - restricted by bro act", and when i click "folder option" to show hidden files, it just wont open. i also clicked "run" on the start menu, but that also wont open. and theres always an error whenever i tried to install a software. how do i get rid of the viruses when i cant even install an antivirus software?

I cant install anything on my pc, the .exe file just wont run, eventhough i have reinstalled my windows xp.?mcaffee

You have a virus Win32.SillyFDC.D

[System32Root]\bro-act.exe

dangerous.

I cant install anything on my pc, the .exe file just wont run, eventhough i have reinstalled my windows xp.?norton antivirus 2007

It sounds to me like you've got an illegal (pirated) version of XP.When you insall XP, you have a limited time in which to register and activate it. After this time , the program blocks a lot of the functionality.

How to protect my computer from viruses?

that is when i download games from internet it gets affected most of the time i hav antivirus software but it is of no use.........the system gets slow automatically and windows watever is oped starts triggering.............and finally i doesnt work at all.........and then i used to backup my operating system from the begining..............i have AVG anti virus software...............should i update it from the internet whenever a new one launched......?i dont know anything much in detail anyone plzzzzz HELP!

How to protect my computer from viruses?microsoft office

u should probably get a better RAM...if u have 256 MB ram for instance upgrade to 512 MB ram...or else....maybe u shud try kaspersky anti-virus 7...and kaspersky internet security as well...they are the best...and it does work...and ya...do u have an original copy of windows?? if not...get one...coz all the counterfiet ones are getting wiped out..maybe thaz one reason ur computer is getting hit...

if nuthin works..try getting a new hard drive!!

How to protect my computer from viruses?norton antivirus

Go on-line and ask for " Free Anti-virus programs ", also there are some low costs ones out there. Also, find a " Fire Wall " to install so a virus cannot get in to begin with.

Problem with uninstalling McAfee 4.5?

HI..I had McAfee 4.5 installed about a year ago.But my comp got corrupted in between due to which McAfee lost all its program files but its still installed in the comp.Since its still installed,I'm not able to install any other anti virus software.. I have McAfee security center also which is not getting uninstalled as Mcafee virus scan is still installed..Whenever i try to uninstall Mcafee virus scan from the control panel,its says that the uninstaller file is in a cd or computer folder..i tried to search but to no avail...So please help me!! I'm having this prob for about 5months now and becos of this I'm not able to install any other antivirus software..! please HELP!!

Problem with uninstalling McAfee 4.5?microsoft

I will recommend you to install a fresh copy of Windows OS

Problem with uninstalling McAfee 4.5?norton ghost

http://www.softpedia.com/get/Tweak/Unins...

MacBook Users ONLY?

Im thinking of buying a macbook for university i was wondering are macbooks good i need to know because im probably going to be buying it in the next few days.

please give me all of the information you have about macbooks

and maybe some names of software for a macbook like:

-Antivirus Software (preferably Free)

MacBook Users ONLY?moto guzzi

Macbooks are great ! They are fast, noiseless and they have a pretty good design. They don't need anti-virus because they don't get virus, but if you want to get it protected, you can dowload free software from www.macupdate.com. you'll never regret it!

MacBook Users ONLY?norton internet security 2008

White one can get dirty and scratched VERY easily, if that kind of thing matters to you.
I have no real personal experience with Mac products; however my daughter (a professional screen writer) and a recent convert to Mac has had nothing but great things to say about it. Her raves have been so high that I am going to buy a new Intel Mac as my next computer.

The Intel Macs can run Windows as well as OS X, this will make my transition easier and I won't have to re-purchase all my Windows programs for Mac versions. Best of both worlds.

As far as anti virus programs.............not required as long as you are only running Mac's OS X because nobody is writing viruses to attack Macs as yet.
I own a MacBook Pro. I originally wanted a MacBook, but I came across a great deal on a refurbished MacBook Pro.

Believe network under cyber attack by hackers, u want to vertify atacks & analyze, what do u nee

antivirus software

enterprise system

anti spyware utility

intrusion detection software

Believe network under cyber attack by hackers, u want to vertify atacks %26 analyze, what do u need to accomplisnetwork security

That should be intrusion detection software

And once intrusion is confirmed, antivirus software and anti spyware utility

Hopefully, thats the answer for you!

Believe network under cyber attack by hackers, u want to vertify atacks %26 analyze, what do u need to accomplisnorton internet security

That is like asking how do I do brain surgery. Sorry you need LOTS of knowledge, not just what could be given here.
i would get avg free version its fast easy to use and checks your computer on schedule with no hassles a once a month updat which will remind you so now worries...good luck
all 4 of those and more...

My notebook automatically start up once i connect it to the electricity.?

I never push the 'ON' button on my notebook, all i have to do is to switch on the switch,and then my notebook will automaticaly turn on!! And everytime this happens, the date and time of my computer will reset back to 1st of Jan 2003 12.00AM. And this causes lots of problem to my software expecially antivirus software. Does anybody outside there have any ideas how to solve this matter? And why is this happenening?

My notebook automatically start up once i connect it to the electricity.?network

If the computer is not keeping the date and time...the CMOS battery must be replaced. One way or another the startup issue is also related to BIOS settings which, again is not keeping any setting. Ask your notebook manufacturer how you can go replacing the battery.

My notebook automatically start up once i connect it to the electricity.?norton

The battery has died how ever as it is a lap top you will have to take itto a reputable dealer to have it changed
As far as it "automatically" turning on, it sounds like it's not being properly shutdown and is configured to automatically reboot in the event the power goes out and then later comes back. If you shut down the computer properly it shouldn't do that.

As far as the time thing, it sounds like the clock battery is dead. And if you're using that computer with a power strip and always shut off the power strip, then I can see why. Even if the laptop is properly shutdown it might use power from the AC adapter to keep the clock running. (Parts of my desktop computer still have power even when it's shutdown. I know that because there's an LED on the motherboard so you can tell if it has power and avoid messing things up by trying to disassemble it while it's still got power.) If it doesn't have any power from the AC adapter I imagine it would use a little watch type battery inside it, which may have died on you.

Can I download WinAntivirus Pro 2006 & Drive Cleaner?

I am often getting this site when i am browsing. Is it adviseable to download this AntiVirus software. I already have AdWare. Many times I also get msg from Driver Cleaner saying that you have many adult sites on your computer.... and it is adviseable to have a Drive Cleaner software and when I try to avoid this site by closing the windows, all my other browsing windows closes. If I download this drive cleaner, will it harm my system. is it reliable. Please give genuine answers.

Can I download WinAntivirus Pro 2006 %26 Drive Cleaner?nortan antivirus

You have got to love those pop-ups. Don't go to any of those sites they "suggest". Your best bet is to download Google's Toolbar because it has a very good pop-up blocker. If you do want some sort of virus scanner or registry cleaner, go out and buy it or go the manufacturers website and pay for it. Free stuff never works. Good Luck!

How do I reformat my pc?

I tried downloading antivirus software on my pc because I thought I was infected. It worked a little better for a day or two, then error messages popped up and it would automatically restart. The window said that if restarting did not solve the problem, I should uninstall the software. I did, but I still get one of the error messages and now I cannot log on at all.

How do I reformat my pc?nortan

Reformatting will destroy all your existing data. So better back up your data if possible. For reformatting your PC, you will need to have the Windows installation CD or a recovery disc that came with your computer. For installing Windows from Windows installation disc, insert the disc in the CD drive and restart your computer.

Now, immediately press F2 or F8 on the keyboard so that you enter the BIOS settings. Cycle through the options to where it specifies the booting sequence. Make sure that you set the CD ROM drive/DVD drive as the first booting device. Save the settings and reboot the system.

Once the computer reboots, the Windows installation disc will prompt you whether you want to update your computer or freshly install Windows. If you want to format the PC and start anew select the second option. Windows will now reformat your PC, detroy the old files and start installing Windows again.

If you have a recovery CD that came with your computer, refer to the manual for instrutions on formatting your computer and installing the software afresh.

How do I reformat my pc?noton

If this is Windows XP, just put in the XP disk and reboot. Follow the prompts, it'll ask to format the disk and create partition. After that, it'll load the operating system. It'll take about and hour depending on the size of the hard drive and speed of processor and system memory.

Problems in internet sharing?

I have a wired network, consisting of 3 computers. On one of my comps i have 2 lan cards, of which one is connected to the internet and the other to the network. My anti virus software is trend micro. If the antivirus software is switched off the internet can be accessed from any comp. But when i switch it on i cannot access the net. File access is not a problem. The funny thing is my internet login page (Asianet) is accessible if i type the address ie (http://10.129.0.13/24online/webpages/cli... in the address bar. I have tried to configure the network setting of both the anti virus and the lan card but to no avail. Please help

Problems in internet sharing?norten

you have to enable routing :

you need to configure each NIC with the appropriate IP address for the segments that it's connected to.

Next, you need to configure that IP as the Default Gateway for all the computers on that NIC.

Say, if you have 2 segments (we'll call them Segment A and Segment B respectively) with the following Network IDs:

Segment A - 192.168.0.0/24

Segment B - 192.168.1.0/24

and on your computer you have 2 NICs (we'll call them NIC A and NIC B respectively) with the following IP addresses:

NIC A - 192.168.0.1

NIC B - 192.168.1.1

Then the IP addresses of NIC A and NIC B will be the Default Gateways for segment A and B respectively.

What is wrong with my pc? no bs answers?

i woke up this morning and i had some new spyware software on my pc and noone downloaded it, it was just on my desktop, not my add/remove programs, so i deleted them and im doing a scan with my panda antivirus software and im not finding anything. While doing the scan i keep getting security alerts wanting me to download stuff. My pc is running extremely slow. What do i do?

What is wrong with my pc? no bs answers?nortin

spyware doctor works the best ive seen so far it works great

you can try the free lavasoft adaware software

do a surch for adaware se you will find it at download.com

also in explorer tools manage add ons turn off all the toolbars and anny thing you dont reconise or isnt signed

What is wrong with my pc? no bs answers?pc security

Disconnect your computer from the internet immediately and get someone who knows what they're doing who can come take a look at your system.
That's a rough one. You probably have WinAnti-Virus Pro, which is itself a virus; the hardest one to remove I've ever seen. You need to run download %26 run CC cleaner, download and update Super Anti Spyware, but don't run it yet. 1st run CC Cleaner, don't reboot, then run Super Anti Spyware, which will take about 2 hours. Let me know if that works in e-mail if you'd like.
Your computer is infected. Use the scans below to clean it. Run the online virus scan and then download the other programs. Update them and then boot into Safe Mode and run them.

I can't fix Error E9022 on my PC?

When I tried to install antivirus software I see sa note that I must unistall a software to complete instalation and the error E 9022

I can't fix Error E9022 on my PC?norton 360

It could be an Adobe Acrobat Reader error which is restricting the PDF files from being removed. Try un-installing Adobe Acrobat Reader then un-install the software.

I can't fix Error E9022 on my PC?photoshop

do a search for items left for the previous version, then delete them all with care, maybe backup first.
There is another antivirus ( or the same) program that you must uninstall first.
Did you uninstall the previous antivirus first?

If I do run>cmd>msconfig>startup and find 33 items ticked. Too many?

Some identify themselves but others I have no idea what they are/do, can I find out what the mysterious ones are?

I understand that antivirus software and the like should be there but can I just delete the others? Two of them have no associated command but the locations are HKCU\SOFTWARE\MICROSOFT\

WINDOWSNT\CURRENTVERSION\

WINDOWS:RUN

DITTO :LOAD

whilst another one (rainlender) appears twice with exactly the same command line and location!

All very strange for little old me. I am trying to find out why the Task Manager shows CPU usage varies so much from single figures up to 31% 58% even 100% from time time. presumably there is too much going on?

Any help would be gratefully acknowledged.

p

If I do run%26gt;cmd%26gt;msconfig%26gt;startup and find 33 items ticked. Too many?norton 2008

33 is a bit excessive, yes.

The easiest way to determine what you need is to look at the command, not the location. You show HCKU\SOFTWARE\MICROSOFT\ETC. This is the location. Just to the left of this line is the Command. If you expand the, it will tell you what the name of the program that is loading up.

Example: Under the startup item of Acrotray, My command line shows the following. C:\Program Files\Adobe\Acrobat 7.0\Distillr\Acrotray.exe

This tells me the startup file is an Adobe Distiller file. I know I don't need Adobe Distiller running in the background, so I check the box and turn it off.