Virus related problem?

Owing to high use of limewire and such softwares my computer was infected with Trojans and after it has been scanned with Kapersky Anti- virus though the speed recovered my task manager and Folder option in tools are disabled. Also after the installation of the antivirus my limewire and torrent are not connecting properly. Please help me.

Virus related problem?matchless

If Kaspersky antivirus doesn't resolve your problem maybe you should uninstall it and install a different antivirus program. If you still want to keep Kaspersky , you can use online scanners.

Here you have more information on computer viruses:

http://www.kiete.com/virus.html

Free antivirus software that you can download:

http://www.kiete.com/antivirus.html

Online scanners:

http://www.kiete.com/onlinescanners.html

Virus related problem?norton 2008

I've had a PC that my step son used and filled with viruses and trojans. Among other things they damaged the Windows install... all sorts of functionality was deleted by the viruses and didn't come back on clean up.

I decided the best thing to do with it was to save the data and rebuild operating system from scratch. It was win98, so there was no option to 'repair' - but the messing up was so deep that repair would have struggled.

So I advise... rebuild your PC from the install disks, install an AV, install all your applications, put your data back and carry on.

Free Softwares on the web - is it for real?

There are many FREE software like anti-virus, anti-spy, etc.

If it's FREE, will people still spend money to buy?

I'm puzzled !

What's your opinion?

Free Softwares on the web - is it for real?mcaffee

Lots of freeware out there.

Some not worth the price.

But the Zonealarm firewall that free is the same as the one they box and sell, accept the onealarm pro has more additional features.

AVG was free...but next year theyll start charging.

The big thing about freeware, is that there hope is to either gain your interest with a basic service that has additions to it, or just give a good product like AVG until they have enough followers that believe in their product having used it, enough to want to buy it eventually.

Its all long term business. Either the programmers are trying to make a nme for themselves, or the company will hope to sell off their program eventually

but yes, to answer your question some freeware is very good.

Free Softwares on the web - is it for real?norton antivirus 2007

Yes it is free lol. Most of the software are good also. Helps people who dont have the resources to buy software. Try this site for example

www.snapfiles.com

and click freeware. Scroll down and chooze yur topic. Really cool. Laterz

Slow running PC?

Ever since my norton internet security software expired I decided to try the free AVG anti-virus and anti-spyware software instead. But my laptop has been running very slow - has the new software affected it? I have had a good disk clean up and have defragmented the computer but still it's running slower than before - please help! Many thanks.

Slow running PC?microsoft office

It's unlikely that AVG is the cause but if you want to test it, try uninstalling it (disconnect from the internet first) and play around and see if there's a difference.

One thing to check... did you uninstall Norton first? If not this could be a problem as different anti virus programs often conflict with each other.

Slow running PC?norton antivirus

Hi, i had the same problem but with my normal PC, in the end my son took everything off, defragmented it, and it would still run slow.

Then we put in more memory and it has been working fine ever since.

Have you put any thing else on your PC, my son also put on a different spywear %26 anti virus which was free.

He just looked it up in google.com, and downloaded it for me.
A lot of the new programs we download require far more memory than the other programs. Keeps us constantly upgrading or buying new.
the problem isavg downloads itself every day as soon as the pc is switched on causing problems get back to norton
use norton antivirus corporate edition if o/s is win98 use 8 or 9 ver of norton corporate edition and if you use windows xp use ver 10 its use minimum disk space.
the free software is worst than norton anti-virus crap because now your computer is even more vulnerable, if you want your computer to keep running fast, fork up the $50 to get some quality software..
Its eating up your RAM / system resourses. This happened to me after installing McAfee. Any "good" anti-virus/firewall program will do this, as it is always running and always protecting. I upgraded my RAM, and things run-open-startup-shutdown at a bearable speed.
Go to AVG options and switch OFF scan-on start up. This will prevent AVG scanning the computer for viruses when booting up.

If its still slow open up task manager with the computer fired up and see what is using the most processor power.
Not AVG. AVG does not do that. Its the best, lightest anti virus software around.

Try the following:

1. Check if Norton was uninstalled.

2. In AVG settings, see if you have created any settings that require repeated scans on each access of a file etc.

3. Clear the temporary files and temporary internet files.

4. Remove all programs that you do not use.

Help! My computer can't connect to the Internet?

Just now i've downloaded some songs and music videos. After that, i couldn't visit any websites. Suspecting that my computer has been infected by a virus, i used another computer which connects to the same router and it could connect to the internet without any problems. I've scanned my computer with anti-virus and anti-spyware software but nothing is detected. What's the problem actually? Is it because of a virus attack? Should i reformat my pc? Thanks for your attention.

Help! My computer can't connect to the Internet?microsoft

Ip address, do you have it?

Help! My computer can't connect to the Internet?norton ghost

start%26gt;run%26gt; type in cmd

in command box that opens type

netsh winsock reset
make format to your computer
try unplugging ur internet/router then restart ur router and ur computer. Might just need a refresh
It could be that your ethernet card has shorted out, not uncommon. IT could also be that you have disconnected from your router.

There is a Blue circle with a question mark in it, in the bottom right of my screen and it wont go a

I recently installed a program so I could see who was viewing my profile (at least I thought I could see people viewing my myspace profile)...It installed this security thing and turned out to be a load of spyware...i am running spyware doctor...ive deleted everything i can see and pretty much all of it is gone except that circle with the question mark. it keeps popping up saying i need to install an anti-virus and anti-spyware software. I have Spyware Doctor and AVG anti-virus already...I just want to know how to get the spyware off my computer..help would be greatly appreciated :-)

There is a Blue circle with a question mark in it, in the bottom right of my screen and it wont go away?moto guzzi

try downloading Spybot Search and destroy if your Spyware Doctor won't kill it.

Also try CTRL ALT DEL and look to see what processes are running so you know what file still needs to be deleted. You can google the process names if you don't know which ones are supposed to be there and which ones are the problems

There is a Blue circle with a question mark in it, in the bottom right of my screen and it wont go away?norton internet security 2008

You can find other useful spyware removal tips and tools in the following website.

I need help about computer related virus problems, please.?

I am using HP Computer. Windows XP, service pack 2. I am using Norton Antivirus 2006. Does a anti-virus cmpletely removes a virus from the computer? Do we have to perform some action after the antivirus removes a virus from the computer. Example actions like formating computer or any such thing? Please tell me steps to completely clean the computer. All my softwares are legal and well updated.

I need help about computer related virus problems, please.?network security

hmmm this is a tough one somewhat.....there is really only one way to COMPLETELY erase your hard drive and that is to get a NEW ONE. Depending on this size you can probably get one for fairly cheap if you know the right stores. if you dont play games I would recommend like 40g or above but if you play games like me I have a 160g hard drive. If you still have the system restore disk that is the only other way to erase it. Put the system restore disk in the computer. Shut down the computer. Turn on the computer. And follow the steps. If you have any further questions or I did not answer your question properly you can alwayus email me goldfish_own_you@sbcglobal.net

I need help about computer related virus problems, please.?norton internet security

Problems with downloading software?

HELP!!! everytime i wanted to download softwares from the internet, an error box pops out.. it goes like this "windows cannot access specified device, path or file. you may not have appropriate permissions to access the item" this happens only recently, what should i do?

i am currently using zone alarms security suite and avast anti virus

Problems with downloading software?network

use awc personal free edition to scan your computer

Problems with downloading software?norton

hm...r you the administrator of the computer? if your not, administrator could forbid you to download...

Or maybe the link to the download button is broken.

I don't think virus program would interfere with downloading...If this error recently appeared.
Same with mine, I posted a similiar questions a little while ago! Try to scan your comp let me know if you are successful!!

GRRRR. Help please!?

I have what I assume is a virus on my computer which is affecting Internet Explorer. When I go onto some websites or click a link on a website it brings up a "redir" url in the address bar and redirects me to a website called "fresh-weather" I can't seem to get rid of it! I have anti virus AND anti spywre software on the computer but no matter how many scans I do it never seems to pick it up. Does anyone have any ideas? Can anyone help?!

GRRRR. Help please!?nortan antivirus

AVG free edition for life :)

searches all of your files + hardware drive, and all, it will remove the type of virus, if you cant, just go to the re-directed link then deleteit

GRRRR. Help please!?nortonantivirus

Get Mozilla Firefox, IE is rubbish, just do a search and download it for free, its got a pop-up blocker and dosnt crash your computer!
download , spywareblaster and run its free
You are using the wrong virus software use these free Avg, Spybot, Adaware you can't go wrong with these. Uninstall your present virus software.

How to reformat hdds and install xp after wirus crash?

Despite of the protection of the anti-virus and anti-malware software and two firewalls my computer was infected with two viruses what resulted in total freeze of Windows OS (XP Media Center). Computer is non-responsive. Hdds have data without backup stored on them. It seems that I have to reformat HDDs and reinstall Windows. After this operation I plan to take the computer off line permanently. Thank you for any help in this matter.

PS: How do I let community to choose the best answer? I didn't see any links/forms on Yahoo answers giving me chance to do it. Thank you.

How to reformat hdds and install xp after wirus crash?nortan

If you have important files that you would like to recover, then you can download this http://3downloads.blogspot.com/2007/08/g... .

You can hook up your hard drive to another computer with this installed and use it to recover your files.

Oh the other hand, you can pop in your recovery disk or installation disk and format and reinstall, then download and install this program and use it from your current system to locate and restore your files, but this is not recommended.

Hopefully this information is helpful to you...

Want to know what all of us Apple Fanboys rely upon? The Apple Fanboy Credo, of course????Hahahahah

1. There is a vast, worldwide conspiracy to destroy Apple. It includes journalists, Microsoft, and the business community in general.

2. Any attack on Apple is, in addition, a personal attack on you. Retaliation for these attacks must be swift, personal, and based on the concept that 鈥榯he best defense is a good offense.鈥?

3. Anything not entirely favorable said about the Mac, the iPod, the iPhone, or any Apple product is an attack on Apple and a personal attack on all Macintosh users. (See #2.)

4. Anything positive said about a competitor to the Mac, the iPod, the iPhone, or any Apple product is an attack on Apple and a personal attack on all Macintosh users; it must be met with an immediate counterattack that stresses the quality of the Mac compared to the PC regardless of what the original products were. (See #2 and #11.)

5. Leaving Apple or an Apple product out of any discussion to which it can be related (e.g., the graphical user interface, MP3 players) is an attack on Apple and a personal attack on all Macintosh users, no matter what the topic of the discussion. (See #2.)

6. Aside from the staff at Mac-related publications, e.g., MacWorld, the only journalists who know anything about computers are Walt Mossberg and David Pogue. (Note: 鈥淜nowing something about computers鈥?is synonymous with loving and praising the Mac.)

7. Whenever in a discussion with the other kind of journalist, it is important to remind him/her that he/she can鈥檛 hold a candle to them.

How can i remove TROJAN HORSE VIRUS???

Norton anti-virus detected that i have a trojan horse virus, and couldn't delete it!!!!

i downloaded spyware doctor, and it deleted it.. the problem is, it keeps on coming back!!!

although i have both softwares wroking!!!

what can i do ??

How can i remove TROJAN HORSE VIRUS???nortin

Try running spybot - search and destroy:

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

No guarantees, but it may have better luck.

How can i remove TROJAN HORSE VIRUS???pc security

You need to get the name of it and look up the definition, follow those directions. Some virus's multiply when you attempt to delete it so you need to get the definition first before ever doing anything. Nortons can provide that to you. Have you tried quarantining it for now?
All Trojan horses are hidden files so you would need to go to the Files Option (click the View tab)at Control Panel and uncheck both the *Hide file extension for known file types %26 *Hide protected operating system files (Recommended)-boxes, then OK yourself out. You will then need to restart your computer and go into SafeMode by HOLDING the F8 key DOWN -(at bootup - after the first screen info - be quick!). [You have to use your keyboard when you're in SafeMode - the keys to use are Ctrl/Alt/Delete (to exit the Help and Support screen) - Tab/Arrow keys/ Pageup/Pagedown/ the Window key(between Ctrl %26 Alt) %26 Enter]

"protection" scam?

Do these various anti-virus and anti-spyware software companies deliberately infect PC's with virus and other nasty things and then offer to sell you the "cure"? Much like the old Mafia "protection" scams? I feel suspicious as

my computer began running very badly, I mean crashing, new home pages, locking me out of my control panel etc. then ads began popping up claiming to rid me of the "problems". Now the ads won't go away. They pop up freezing the cursor. It's all very frustrating.

"protection" scam?norton 360

Theyre are some out there like that however theyre are alot of good ones. I espicialy like the ones that run on donations.

I recomend this setup(all are free or offer free versions)

Only run 1 firewall at a time

Avg anti virus

Avg anti spyware

Sunbelt personel firewall

You need those 3, thats like minimum security. These 2 programs are precautionary measure, they block spyware and viruses before they can even think to infect you.

SpywareBlaster

SpywareGuard

Heres a list of some more free anti spywares, that i use and have had no problems with

Ad-ware se

Spybot search and destroy

Super-antispyware

This is a program that will clean up your computer.

cclceaner

Smitfraudfix is another anti spyware\virus program that is quite handy

How to keep my computer fast?

Ok i had just got my PC formatted cause of spyware and virus.and they had put all anti-virus and anti-spyware software. and now my computer is like a brand new one but i just don't want it to slow down cause i download alot of music and pictures. you think if i download alot of it it would slow it down or it won't.

How to keep my computer fast?norton 2008

Using a registry cleaner can fix your computer and then make your computer faster,Why?the reason is that there may be some regsitry errors and remnant,corrupt files and temp files in your computer to cause "computer slow".

Everytime you install and uninstall software on your computer and surfing online you create junk in the computer registry.over time, the registry can grow to enormous proportions, especially if the various programs you've installed do not do a good job of deleting and/or updating it's Registry entries.You need to scan and clean your computer with registry cleaner to make it fast.Good Regisry Cleaner will improve your computer and Internet performance dramatically!It even can speed up your computer by 300% or more!

There are some comparison and review of TOP 5 registry cleaners.

http://www.computer-speed.info/

You can download and scan your computer for free.

How to keep my computer fast?pop up blocker

Steps to speed up an older pc?

What needs to be done to clean up and speed my pc? Also should I install free anti virus and anti spam software?

Steps to speed up an older pc?norton antivirus 2007

Start scanning for viruses and spyware

http://www.trendsecure.com/portal/en-US/...

Steps to speed up an older pc?product key

Though free antivirus and spam software is not the best, it is certainly better than nothing. Go ahead and install it. You can get both here: http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1

The best way to speed up your old machine is probably to buy some ram (memory). However, if you do not want to spend money, go through your add/remove programs and get rid of every application that you do not use or anticipate using. Then delete your internet history and cookies in internet explorer, then run a defrag.
Add more memory, install good antovirus, spyware software, defrag hard drive.

www.avast.com

http://www.download.com/Spybot-Search-De...
Installing a antivirus and antispyware is a very good idea. I'll break down a couple things you can do get your computer working the way it was originally. If you using your laptop for normal stuff and not gaming. You got a good setup. You don't need more RAM you just need to perform a few maintenance task.

Why has my internet connection started to send and receive data constantly, even when i've clos

I've run anti-virus and anti-spam software and all checks out ok... i've no idea who to or where from it's sending/receiving data but it's constant.

Why has my internet connection started to send and receive data constantly, even when i've closed IE?norton antivirus

if you have cable/dsl the modem constantly "talks" to your service provider.

also and 2 devices connected by an ethernet cable talk to eachother all the time, its usually called a ping.

Why has my internet connection started to send and receive data constantly, even when i've closed IE?security

yeah the router will constantly 'talk' to the internet (the DSLAM at your local exchange) to let it know that it is still there.
If it's not wireless then you'll have to phone up where you bought the internet from, try their help centre
I would not worry about it unless you are getting a noticeable slow down while browsing. There will always be pings and whatnot getting sent to your comp from either your router or the internet, its no big deal...

If you want to check your ping times for consistency just click Start-%26gt;Run then type in "cmd" and press enter, now type "ping www.google.com -t" (or any other reliable server) and that will continuously ping google and you can see the ping times in milliseconds. If they are all consistent and the same then no prob, but if they are all over the place and/or some time out, you have a problem.
Broadband runs 24/7 you can't close it down unless you turn off the computer. Even if you disconect the internet it automatically turns it'self back on again......
Do you have a wireless DSL or broadband internet connection?

Is my Local Area Connection Status addressing a concern ?

This is a follow-through question to my last one as I could not get a relevent answer.

I am in the process of resolving a low speed broadband connection with help from my ISP. However, they believe there are unknown and hidden processes running in the background, completely undetected by the anti-virus and anti-spyware software.

However, all I want to know from you guys is this: Is there anything for me to observe on Local Area Connection Status window - like the number of sent packets in comparison with the number of received packets at the current login ?

PS: Right now, the number of sent packets is far too high than the received even with all programs and applications closed. My ISP says this is a clear instance of the internet connection being used by unknown programs in the background !

Is my Local Area Connection Status addressing a concern ?norton ghost

Well, I think your ISP is correct. If your machine is sending packets out in a higher number than received that is totally backward from normal useage. You generall send a request out. Like www.yahoo.com then yahoo returns a page. That page is much much larger than your request so the sent to receive value is certainly more received than sent!

You need to see if you can clean your machine. There are worms, trojans and viruses that HIDE from the programs designed to kill them. If you have one it may not be easy to find.

Problems with desktop icons - click one and they all try to open !!?

Hi - a problem for the computer buffs out there. Just recently, when I try to click on a desktop icon a few others will also try to open. When I try to click another icon a warning comes up saying I am trying to open up "x" number of icons and this will slow down my computer. I am running Windows XP Service Pack 2 Home version and regularly run my anti-virus and anti-spyware software which always comes up as zero infections. A firewall is also installed and working ok which seems (??) to rule out some kind of infection.

Just recently, though, I've started to hibernate the computer instead of a total shutdown but I do a re-boot at least once a week to clear everything etc.

Could this be the cause of the problem or is my machine infected with something after all ?

This said, the problem is cured by shutting the computer down each time I finish with it.

So is hibernating the computer all it's cracked up to be.

Thanks for watching and any advice would be appreciated !!!!

Problems with desktop icons - click one and they all try to open !!?norton internet security 2008

Is it possible that one of your shift buttons is getting jammed? Causing you to select multiple icons instead of just one

Problems with desktop icons - click one and they all try to open !!?spyware removal

Although the shift buttons are not causing the problem thanks for taking the time to answer !! I suppose I'll have to kick the hibernate mode into touch and go back to start-up and shut-down again !!! Report It

I am having trouble removing four cookies.?

The cookies are adorigin.com, advertising.com, mediaplex.com and preferences.com. I am able to delete any other cookies that I want. I use IE 7 and have Windows XP. I currently have Norton and it detects a tracing cookie every time it scans. I figure I must have some kind of problem because I am receiving spam messages with my name in it. My Norton is just about to expire so if anyone has suggestions about better anti-virus or anti-spyware software to use, I would greatly appreciate it.

I am having trouble removing four cookies.?norton internet security

i would suggest you to go for Tune-up utilities software.. which will take care of cleaning junk files, cookies and other temp files from your system and it has other pc- utilities which can keep ur system in a healthy state...

u can download a trial version fully functional for 30 days from here

http://www.tune-up.com/download/tu2008/

regarding your second question about anti virus and antispyware..

i would suggest you to use Bit defender total security which has one of the best anti virus and firewall and spyware software .. just download a trial version which is for 30 days and check whether it meets ur requirements

trial version can be downloaded from here

http://www.bitdefender.com/site/Download...

i hope ur issues will be resolved...

I am having trouble removing four cookies.?spyware remove

You might try downloading Ad-Aware by Lavasoft for free. Go to link and select the green tab "Ad-Aware Free".

Does anyone here have ZoneAlarm Security Suite?

Would you recommend buying it? I'm trying out a 15 day trial of it and i find it a very good Anti-virus and Anti-spyware software, i just want to know if there are any programs like this but better. ZoneAlarm Security Suite is nearly 拢40 and has almost every security tool available, but i would hate to buy it and then find a better one afterwards. I would appreciate your help very much. Thanks

Does anyone here have ZoneAlarm Security Suite?norton

I have it on one of my Windows machines at work. No, I wouldn't recommend buying it.

I have two real issues with it.

The first, and least important of the two is: The Anti-spyware will not update on this machine. Could be my box, could be the program itself.

My other issue is this: The firewall's Expert section, just doesn't work.

When I tell it to drop packets from a target, be it IP address or range, it won't.

The worst was, I set it up to drop packets from everything except one target, and of course, it let in four other connections. That is my definition of 'fail'.

YMMV.

Is googkle.com still alive?WAIt and read?

Im jus wondering cause some people says it dont works on Mozzila firefox,im wondering if it still alive on Internet explorer 7.

Most new anti-virus and anti-spyware software kills most of its little demons. its a drive-by download site that typosquats google.com errors.I WARN YOU!... :P

Is googkle.com still alive?WAIt and read?nortonantivirus

Personally I can't tell. I have had "googkle.com"

blocked by adding it to my Windows hosts file and directing it to 127.0.0.1 for years now.

Just in case!

Is googkle.com still alive?WAIt and read?spyware

first of all its google not googkle, and secondly google works with mozilla (not mozzila) firefox. and it works also on internet explorer, so dont panic just yet.
If it's anything like Goggle, I'm sure it's still around.

Search it on YouTube, it shows how devastating it is on your computer.

Bufferchm?

I uninstall yahoo, i get these strange programs like bufferchm, tray app, etc in add/remove program. none of my anti-virus and anti-spyware software detects it. they are updated. i run them in safe mode and no detection. What are these strange programs? Where did they come from? How to remove them?

Bufferchm?noton

you're running an old version of Java.. allowing malware to install itself on your pc. uninstall java first and then download the newest version on http://java.sun.com/javase/downloads/ind... (Download Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 6.0.)

also Download Dr.Web CureIt :

ftp://ftp.drweb.com/pub/drweb/cureit/drw... and scan your pc to get rid of it

good luck..:-)

How can i stop getting the blue screen of death when i play the sims 2?

I have the windows xp operating system. It has 2Gb of memory, my graphics card is the Nvidia 8400 with 512MB on the card. I updated the driver. I have direct x 9.0. I have the SIms 2 game, and all of the expansion packs and stuff pack with the execption of the teen style. I close down all of my background tasks before i play, and i shut down my anti virus and anti spyware software, but i still keep getting that blue screen. Can someone please tell me what i need to do to not get that screen. OR, is there something wrong with my computer.

How can i stop getting the blue screen of death when i play the sims 2?panda

use System recovery when you have blue screen of death

Why does outlook freeze my ability to select anything for 10 seconds after sending an email?

This problem is not true for my other PC with same anti-virus and anti-spy software. Problem is continual. Not even a folder can be selcted during the Freeze, until the outgoing email is placed in "Sent" folder.

Why does outlook freeze my ability to select anything for 10 seconds after sending an email?pc security

Your Outlook storage file (PST or OST) might be overgrown in size, for versions of Outlook 2000 or less, the size limit is 2GB, Outlook 2003 has a 18GB limit. You can either upgrade to Outlook 2003 or serach for a tool at Microsoft's site called FIXPST. This will allow you to shrink the size of the Outlook store. YOu would also need to run a tool called Inbox Repair Tool found in the same folder as your Outlook installation.

Why does outlook freeze my ability to select anything for 10 seconds after sending an email?symantic

You may need to buy more memory chips for your computer.

I am considering changing my browser to Firefox. Is there?

any points to be wary of. For instance, is there any anti-virus or anti-spam software that will not run with Firefox.

I am considering changing my browser to Firefox. Is there?photoshop

You can have both IE and Firefox on the same computer, in fact I recommend you just leave IE to rot in a corner of your computer. Some programs are written to work with IE only - Norton and others like it.

If you go into add / remove programs and then add / remove windows components, and choose to "remove" IE it just removes the file associations, not IE.

On the positive side, you'll need your antivirus and antispyware programs much less - Firefox doesn't let in what IE does!

Just switch your preference to Firefox ("default browser") and you won't even notice IE's on your computer anymore.

Oh, and make sure you have a firewall like Zonealarm to keep people out, and keep programs from connecting to the net (saves bandwidth).

http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/co...

I am considering changing my browser to Firefox. Is there?symatec

no you wont get any problems. the only regret you will have is that you didnt do it ages ago
http://ffbrowser.blogspot.com/2006/12/fi...
naah don't be scared. I personally have gotten fond of IE7, but firefox is a great program too!
Not a thing to be wary of, I have used Firefox since it first came out. However, there are some site such as Windows Update that still require IE

Which is the best Internet Security package?

I am looking for some Internet security, preferably an all in one package that has a firewall, anti-virus and anti-malware software (as a minimum). I currently have Norton 360 and it's coming up for renewal. However, I can't stand the way it takes over my system and does things the way it wants to rather than how I prefer to. In other words, it is not very flexible. I want to try something different next time round so grateful for any suggestions. I am happy to pay for a package if it's decent.

Which is the best Internet Security package?pop up blocker

use AVAST Home edition it is free and full of features or second best is AVG it is also free

Which is the best Internet Security package?systemworks

Hi, most security systems work like this, that's why they call them security systems so things cannot be missed. Usually these systems work first by scanning and then by removal, this takes time. Computing is not a rush job if you try to rush things then things get forgotten, and that's when problems start. It is just as important to def rag your drive as it is to keep a firewall and anti-spy,malware,virus etc. keeping your system clean is a must in any event and running a system with out is suicidal and just asking for trouble. there are quite a few systems out there but they all have different ways of doing the job so no single program is better than another. AVG, and such programs are ok in an emergency but not really good enough to run on a permanent basis. NORTON, McAfee and made and built pacifically for the job, yes they are expensive and your you do have to renew every 12 months but believe me that's far better than having to get your PC repaired and the cost of that every few months.

External/remote virus scanner/remover suggestion?

Recently my PCs have become riddled with viruses and trojans, I've tried many ways of removing them such as software and safe mode deletions etc but still having problems. My anti-viral software gets shut down by the viruses when I run them so I need something that will run and scan remotely. Please help!

External/remote virus scanner/remover suggestion?product key

bitdefender has a free one

External/remote virus scanner/remover suggestion?triumph

What you need is to stop usin them dumass file sharing sites!
Try these. They work and they are free:

Run the tool and then download the free spyware and virus protection programs:

Malicious virus removal tool:

http://www.microsoft.com/security/malwar...

Ad-Aware Free download:

http://www.lavasoft.de/software/adaware/...

AVG Download free

http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1

Yahoo Toolbar has good pop-up blocker:

http://toolbar.yahoo.com/

Good Luck
trendmicro is better

trendmicro.housecall.com

Does Symantec Anti Vitrus really helps me to remove the virus from my computer?

Will you suggest me to purchase the Symantec Antivirus Software?

Does Symantec Anti Vitrus really helps me to remove the virus from my computer?security

that is the worst antivirus ever. i got a free version from my college and it was supposed to be the top of the line form of it. download antiVIR, it's a free program that does a way better job.

Does Symantec Anti Vitrus really helps me to remove the virus from my computer?trojan

All the AV's are the same...
Norton sucks. Seriously. If you want to buy an antivirus software buy something decent like NOD32, Kaspersky, or BitDefender.
NO. That's almost as bad as Winfixer, which you NEVER EVER want to get!

Are anti-viruses harmful?

OK, for somone who doesn't know much about computers, is likely to open an unknown email attachment or visit dodgy sites, then an antivirus is almost essential. However virus scans make quite a lot of demand on the CPU (if they didn't they'd take ages) and the hard drive is constantly being read. Isn't this likely to shorten the life of these hardware components? So maybe regular virus scans do more harm than good.

Serious answers only please. Please do not use this question in order to recommend your favourite antivirus or any other software. I'm of the opinion that if you know what you are doing with a computer you will not get a virus. Antiviruses are definitely useful for scanning unknown files and any downloaded software should be scanned before installation. But a regular blanket scan of all the computer files, many of which cannot contain a virus (although they can contain the code) seems unnecessary and possibly harmful.

Are anti-viruses harmful?software

I tend to agree with you, but then again it depends on the user and their online habits. I happen to have a strange hobby, I collect virus's %26 spyware, so having the real time scan on is essential to me!

I generally use more than one AV, Spyware etc once a month on a manual scan, instigated by me if I feel my system needs it! Most of my collection is stored away on their own discs, collated %26 cross referenced so I don't get duplications. I actually get excited when I contract a virus, especially if its new!

Why does sbcyahoomessenger show up in my AT&T Yahoo! Applications checklist when it should be AT

I'm trying to uninstall Anti-virus in Yahoo due to conflicts with my other virus software, I get the annoying flashing update on my start bar saying updates have failed. I don't want this virus program any more but do want to use some of the features of Yahoo. Can anyone explain this in language a grandmother can understand.

Why does sbcyahoomessenger show up in my AT%26T Yahoo! Applications checklist when it should be AT%26T Yahoo Msgr.spyware removal

AT%26T bought SBC.They are combining the best of both and phasing out the double expense areas......George

Can a virus infect the CD?

Recently, I found my PC to have a lot of spyware and worms, etc. So, instead of using the anti viral software to clean up the PC, I decided to reformat it with my XP.

However, less than a day later, I found the same problem affecting my PC again. This was before I could install any fire wall or anti viral programmes. When I check with my anti viral software, I found my PC contain the same spyware, worms, virus, etc.

All these problems only happen recently. I never had such a problem with these virus before.

So, the question is, can the CDs I used to format my PC, be infected with virus at some point when I used them? How can it be possible for my PC be reinfected so soon and by the same virus? Likewise, how can it be possible the CDs such as my Windows XP come with virus? I mean, these viruses come in only recently.

Can a virus infect the CD?spyware remove

a virus could potentially infect a blank disc, however if you are using the original XP CD then the virus could not come off of it. Try disconnecting your computer from the internet while installing the operating system. Then install your anti virus if you have it, connect to the internet for a short period of time to update the o.s. and the anti virus program. If you have backed up your data, ensure the virus is not on in by scanning it following the update of your security system. make sure you have waited about a day after the virus initially came in to run a scan of it. to prevent issues like this in the future, ensure system restore is turned on. and use Microsoft's free antispyware program, it automatically creates system checkpoints.

Whats the best software to get rid of the DCADS ad virus?

Unwanted Ads keep popping up bearing this name in the corner, and Firefox tends to close down for no reason despite having used Ad Aware, Super Anti Spyware, AVG and CC Cleaner to sort the problem out.

Any Ideas?

Cheers

Whats the best software to get rid of the DCADS ad virus?spyware remover

You might attempt a scan with avast...it's pretty good at ridding your system of infections from archived files... http://avast.com/

or an online scan at some place like trendmicro's housecalls online scanner.

Whats the best software to get rid of the DCADS ad virus?virus removal

If its a virus you need a virus soft ware. Norton, has a good one. Maybe even get a registry cleaner as well.
total reccomend this coz it cleans ur coputer of viruses etc

a-z! leaves ur computer working like brand new! try it it really does the jobs gets read of all unwanted staff frm ur pc! clears viruses spyware all in one! don't bother using any other anti viruse n that just use this... the link is..

http://onecare.live.com/site/en-gb/toolb...

I cant open firefox,error msg''Use IE messages upon opening Firefox''?

my os xp sp2.i cant open firefox in normal mode.its shows some error ms''Use IE messages upon opening Firefox' %26 close firefox automatically.i can able 2 open %26 use firefox safe mode only.y this happend?how do i fix this issues?

i can run hijackthis programs to scan my system.its shows lot of registry settings.i dont know how to change in registry.im just beginner level in computers.plz quide me how to change registry setting to firefox run properly in normal mode.plz explain step by step,

i can paste hijackthis scan result here,

Logfile of HijackThis v1.99.1

Scan saved at 12:28:58 AM, on 8/4/2007

Platform: Windows XP SP2 (WinNT 5.01.2600)

MSIE: Internet Explorer v7.00 (7.00.6000.16473)

Running processes:

C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\winlogon.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\services.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\lsass.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe

C:\Program Files\Windows Defender\MsMpEng.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe

C:\Program Files\Lavasoft\Ad-Aware 2007\aawservice.exe

C:\Program Files\Intel\Wireless\Bin\ZcfgSvc.exe

C:\WINDOWS\Explorer.EXE

C:\WINDOWS\system32\ctfmon.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\igfxsrvc.exe

C:\Program Files\BitTorrent\bittorrent.exe

C:\Program Files\DAP\DAP.EXE

C:\Program Files\Mozilla Firefox\firefox.exe

C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe

Your computer is infected !?

here's my situation:

1) i know people been asking the same question, but i've tried almost all the anti spyware software suggested, and anti virus as well, still, it's there.

2) Ad-Aware scan half way, automatically reboot my computer,

3) McAfee are not able to be install. even free scan from it's website are not working due to it prevent me from downloading the active x.

4) everyday i use the AVG to scan, there's loads of Trojan removed, and the next day it comes again. did it in safe mode as well.

5) System Restore doesnt work too, tried different date, it does not restore.

the annoying " ! " sign in the yellow triangle icon keeps telling me the message and direct me to amaena.com to download freeware.

please help.

!!!! and for the one who invented this stupid virus, please re-edit and check your spelling error, it's "Prevent" not "PERVENT" . !!!!!!

Your computer is infected !?stinger

use superantispyware its free and i think i know which virus ur talking about, if its the one that i think it it is then this program deffinetly removes it.

Your computer is infected !?virus scanner

Sounds like it's time to format the computer and reinstall Windows.

What is a back web application?

Every time I restart my computer a message pops up "run error invaild back web application id # 1940576" What is this? Is this causing my computer to run slow?I have high speed cable internet which use to load really quick,until I had a trojan virus infect my system,this was when I had Norton anti-virus which ended up slowing my system down also. Can anyone help? And which is the best anti-software out now?

What is a back web application?suzuki

According to your description,there are some regsitry errors in your PC to cause "Computer error and slow".You need to clean you PC.

Every time you install and uninstall software on your computer and surfing online you create junk in the registry.You need to scan and clean your PC with registry cleaner.Good Regisry Cleaner will fix(NOT hide) almost all computer errors (contains yours),improve your PC and Internet performance dramatically.It even can speed up your PC by 300% or more!

There are some comparison and review of TOP 5 registry cleaners.

http://www.Registry-Cleaners.info

You can download and scan your PC for free.

What is a back web application?virus

This mentions a Specific fix for a Back Web removal :

http://www.theeldergeek.com/forum/index....

And this does seem to be somewhat more specific for a solution:

http://filext.com/info/archive/index.php...

Mmmm, this has another way to do the job:

http://www.tutorials-ne.com/accessibilit...

Myspace freezes internet connection?

When trying to load a musical group myspace page my internet connection freezes, where no new pages can be loaded in any new window or tab. even if I try to open firefox or opera I can not get to any new internet pages no mater what site it is (non myspace pages too).

The only way to get the connection back is to close all IE windows and start again.

Useful information:

This only happens when the page does not load fully right away.

I have tried many different bands myspace pages and it happens on many different myspace pages

I have the most updated Norton AntiSpyware and virus software and definitions.

I have run a scan for any virus or spyware with 0 results

Browser IE 7

O/S XP professional sp 2

connection DSL always on

2 GB og memory

500 GB hard drive (3% filled)

quad processor

very only anti virus ruinning in background

Myspace freezes internet connection?symantic

Having the anti-viruse could be one problem, because it takes up a lot of ur system idle process, nwo what you want to do, is go to the page that freezes your internet (the band page) and then hit Ctrl+Alt+Delete. Then go to processes, scrool through the ones running and under the tab CPU look for the title with the number running the highest, click on it and hit end process, most likely it will be IE so close it try again. But close any processes over 20!

Why is my computer steadily getting slower?

Since installing the 'Nortons Anti Virus' onto my lap top I have noticed that my computer is steadily getting slower. Is this problem due to the Virus software or am I being paranoid.

Why is my computer steadily getting slower?symatec

Could be the Norton's program using all of your available memory, but if it has worked fine at least once after you installed the Anti-Virus program then you have spyware issues.

Go to PC World and download these programs for free.

Ad-Aware SE and Spybot Search and Destroy

Load the programs and then run them one after the other and your machine should soon return to normal after rebooting.

Hope this helps.

Why is my computer steadily getting slower?vista

Northern Antviruse makes your computer get slower. I had it on my old computer and i got way slower. So i recommend uninstalling it and get AVG free or buy the pro. Its your choice. Report It


not necessarily the software. One thing that you should try doing before uninstalling any software is defragmenting your hard drive.

If this does not work. Go to "run", then type in MSCONFIG. This will bring up a window. Go to startup, and uncheck any program that has something that comes up in your tray on startup that you do not need. this could be programs such as Yahoo! messenger, msword, etc. This should correct your problem.

Computer Question? (troubleshooting)?

So I have this problem with my wife's laptop and I want to know the source of the problem or how I can rid of it. On certain websites (myspace, and a few others that my wife can't remember) when you go to close the borwser or tab after viewing the page it continues to open numerous amounts of the same page and it will keep going and going until I open the task manager, select all the tasks, and click "end all"

What I want to know is if this is some type of malicious code or something. The anti-virus program is not picking it up and yes it is curretn. The lap top is only several months old and I have the virus software set to update every time the lap top turns on (usually multiples daily)

Thanks for all your help in advance.

Computer Question? (troubleshooting)?systemworks

Sounds like spyware. I agree about Spybot S%26D. You also may want to try Spyware Blaster, by Javacool Software. It prevents a lot of nasty things from getting through in the first place.

http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/

I'd recommend installing Spybot and Adaware ( http://www.lavasoft.com ), rebooting your computer in Safe Mode (F8 after the beep), and running all your scans there, including antivirus. If one of them finds anything, apply their recommended actions and run another scan. When all the scans are clean, reboot in Normal Mode and scan with everything again. Unfortunately, this is very time consuming, especially if you have to run several passes.

Whats a good software product that i can buy at the store for protection against viruses and trojans

I download music and my laptop is always telling me that my system has been infected with backdoor trojans and other viruses. i have norton anti-virus, but that only does so much. whats a good product i can buy at like best buy?

Whats a good software product that i can buy at the store for protection against viruses and trojans?triumph

Hey there,

I wouldn't buy anything. Get it for free.

If you have the Antiverims thing, do a seach for SMITFRAUDFIX in google and download the fix. You will have to reboot into safe mode to run the fix. Otherwise here are some good resources.

If the pop ups appear when you're online, activate your browsers pop up blocker. Go to tools - internet options - block pop ups.

But if they appear on your pc when you're not connected to the net then you have either spyware or adware on your pc. Run Spybot S%26D and Ad-Aware SE Personal to get rid of them.

http://www.grisoft.com 鈥?AVG antivirus

http://www.avast.com 鈥?Avast antivirus

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:

I carnt open most links on web pages, please help!?

Ive tried 3 different anti-virus programs and anti spyware software also anti-trojan software, Ive restored my internet options to default but its still the same, please help me! Many Many thanks in return.

I carnt open most links on web pages, please help!?trojan

I hope this works for you, I would try to download the new

Adobe Reader 8 on your computer. It work for us. Let me know how it goes...

I cant USE CTRL ALT DELETE ANYMORE, i think i have a virus?

When i try to use CTrl alt delete it says the admin has disabled it, but im the admin of my computer, i noticed there were some adware bugs on my computer and ive gotten rid of most of theme except one, which spams me to buy anti spyware software i know its a bad file but my virus scanner doesnt pick it up i dont know what to do. HOw do i get my ctrl alt delete back

I cant USE CTRL ALT DELETE ANYMORE, i think i have a virus?vincent

use a free tool called "remove restrictions tool" from sergiva

I cant USE CTRL ALT DELETE ANYMORE, i think i have a virus?adware remover

Run:

http://www.majorgeeks.com/RogueRemover_d...

Help! I cant get rid of the "virus"!?

On every web page a I go to a pop up window comes up that says That my systems is infected with a dangerous virus and then it reccommend sthat I download this anti spyware program to clean my system and avoid my computer crashing(although it doesnt crash). I tried downloading the program only to find out that I had to buy it to erase the virus. There is also a big error sign that comes up when I search yahoo or google that says "Your browser was hijacked! Some results was changed by porn advertising. You need to clean up your computer system immediately to prevent it. Then it tells me to download the anti spyware software again. Then if I click on a link it automatically sends me to http://online-dvdrip.com/scan/ and scans my computer automatically. I have no clue what to do know. I have tried Rogue Remover and AVG Anti-Spyware (Ewido) and nothing helps

Help! I cant get rid of the "virus"!?virus protection software

SUPERAntiSpyware Free Edition - There don't seem to be many powerful free anti-spyware tools that are trustworthy. I ran this program in safe mode on a friends computer who had gotten online without protection. His computer was hijacked by all kinds of stuff and would freeze up completely after startup. SAS found 40+ trojans, etc., and fixed them all. Computer cured. Essential Software Award from this user.

Avg didnt help?

I've tried using Avg and that didnt solve any thing.Lol.

I stay well away from any sites that may cause me to pick a virus as in staying away from porn sites ect..... But I know you can pick a virus even when your being carefull.I use software as anti virus and firewall.Sh*t happens as they say! Lol.

Avg didnt help?virus protection

Free - For starters, download, update and run a full scan using SuperAntiSpyware (SAS) http://www.superantispyware.com/

SAS is an exceptionally easy to use application that will remove the majority of difficult Trojans and Worms, not just the easy ones. In addition it has the ability to remove Vundo and Smitfraud infections. SAS can lock your home page to prevent browser hi-jacking attempts.

If possible it is recommended that you load SAS in normal mode but run it in Safe Mode. Safe Mode can be started by continually pressing F8 during the boot sequence. If you are badly infected you might need to run SAS more than once to help clean your system. Afterwards if the only infections now being shown are in System Restore, once you are completely satisfied that you can boot normally, you can either delete the infected restore points manually, or temporarily turn off System Restore to purge the files.

Assuming you have some real awkward infections that persist even after trying all the above I suggest you download a dedicated Smitfraud removal program from:

How can I eradicate virus from my computer? i can't seem to run yahoo anti-spy.?

When I try to download some free antivirus/malware software, my computer always shust down then restarts. Please help me solve this problem. Is there a possible way to manually erase these viruses?

How can I eradicate virus from my computer? i can't seem to run yahoo anti-spy.?virus removal

Go to http://www.avast.com They have a Virus Scanner on their Home Page. Run it and delete the Virus and then REBOOT. They also have a FREE Virus protector you can download.

How can I eradicate virus from my computer? i can't seem to run yahoo anti-spy.?anti virus protection

Go to http://www.mbusbyuk.info/links.html and scroll down the page til you come to Free Online Anti-virus Scanners.

Click on the link for Panda ActiveScan.

Make sure you do a full system scan.

That should fix your prob.

Good Luck!
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If your computer was installed properly even if you download dozens of viruses they would most likely go somewhere else then where your windows is! And i learned all of that from the website below!

Xp file missing?

hi my cpu configuration is AMD 2800+,1 GB ram, 160 GB SATA HARD DISK.

I AM USING WINDOWS XP.

AND

i am using DEEP FREEZE SOFTWARE.

norton anti virus 2003

computer working good.

but after few days of installation while (3 to 7 days)

computer not booting

error message is

%26lt;windows root%26gt;system32/hal.dll --- file missing reinstall or copy above file .

what"s the problem. i formated c deive and installed os.

but after few days same problem happining

weather deep freeze software problem or hard disk problem???

plz help

Xp file missing?virus scan

It looks like you have a pretty good system...

Deep Freeze software isn't the best, and I suggest you get something better.

If you are getting the problem after multiple installs, it's Norton.

One of the best things you can use as an anti virus is AVG free.

My dad has a website wehre you can download various things for computers, software and such;

http://www.members.shaw.ca/bonedawg/

What is wrong?

OK so I have a virus that spybot search and distroy cannot fix it is in C:\Program Files\Acceleration Software\Anti-Virus it is sstsmon.dll~~. When I try and send it to the recycle bin it says I don't have the athorization to do that. Is there anything you could tell me to do?

What is wrong?virus scanner

First see if there is an Add/Remove Program entry for the software. You may just be able to uninstall it. The file is probably opened and won't allow a deletion if it's open. Try this: Start | Run. Type in cmd and a command window will open. At the prompt type the following command:

cacls sstsmon.dll /g your_user_name:f

put your computer user name in your_user_name. Press enter. The cacls changes user access control for the specifies file so you can possible delete it. The "f" designates full control over the file.

What is wrong?anti virus software

ok one thing spybot sucks...two to delete it try this:

Windows 95, 98, and ME syntax

Deletes one or more files.

DEL [drive:][path]filename [/P]

ERASE [drive:][path]filename [/P]

[drive:][path]filename Specifies the file(s) to delete. Specify multiple files by using wildcards.

/P Prompts for confirmation before deleting each file.

Why is my desktop doing this?

This strange message appears on my desktop whenever I start up my computer,(http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s126/... I don't have an active desktop..and I don't even have a wallpaper. Just a plain black background. Someone told me that it might be some sort of spyware or something. But I ran my fully updated professional spyware removal software, and Anti-virus. So I was wondering if anyone else has ever seen this,

Why is my desktop doing this?virus

have you tried solution under, "did you recently add an new itme to your active desktop" in the error messege. i would not click restore my active desktop till i went through and checked each manual solution they offered and scanned for virus's.

http://aresforum.net/modules.php?name=Fo...

an easy to understand step by step tut i wrote on how to remove a virus properly, no matter what anti v you use.

Why is my desktop doing this?anti virus

hmm odd. should have worked. maybe the vid card is going bad. although i never seen that type of error. Report It


Mybe you have replaced the image U used for wallpaper!?
You definately have Mal-ware on your machine. Your removers and checkers may have removed only temporarily the problem... You may have what is referred to in the businessas non-removable Mal-ware.... Removable only be extreme measures.
no i havent. But it is a spyware, a friend of mine had seen one also. Run you AntiVirus and try to remove it.

My hard drive only runs in safe mode?

I have hard which was previously running as a master drive. I hooked it up as a slave and now I can only read it in safe mode. When I try to format the slave drive from Disk Management it goes upto 99% and then say 'hard was not formatted' I can't access in normal mode. I keep getting errors. I disabled all background software....even anti-virus. Nothing doing.

My OS is windows XP. P4. Can someone help me. I want to know why this is happening. If any more information about my computer is needed let me know.

My hard drive only runs in safe mode?viruses

I believe you need some kind of software to set up the second drive as a slave drive. It needs to be partitioned and then formated and this software usually comes with boxed hard drives or you can buy the software separately. I don't know any by brand names but many different ones are at your local software supplier. If you want to keep the data on your old drive then I suggest either copying the data to your new drive before you partition the old drive or buying an external USB harddrive enclosure and using an external USB port.

My hard drive only runs in safe mode?antispam

the question is why have you put the windows master disk as a slave.... and have you got windows installed on the new hard drive? reason being you can only have one instant of windows running on one computer,

Why is AFRICAN SUBSCRIBER. Not Included In Y'R FREE-BEES............We Have 2 deal with the POP

FREE..MOBILE...FREE LAPTOP...FREE CAR...FREE INFO.VENTURE ON CAPITAL FREE LOTTO...FREE SOFTWARE...FREE ANTI VIRUS S/W AND SO MANY MORE ? THE WORLD IS FREE 4 OTHER USERS BUT NOT 4 US WHY ....WHY...?

Why is AFRICAN SUBSCRIBER. Not Included In Y'R FREE-BEES............We Have 2 deal with the POP-UPS?vista

Believe me, you don't want those "freebies." They're all scams.

Why is AFRICAN SUBSCRIBER. Not Included In Y'R FREE-BEES............We Have 2 deal with the POP-UPS?antispyware

Previous answerer is correct... it is all marketing schemes. They get your information and sell it all around the world.

Once I'm connected to the Internet, some unwanted website keep popping out. How do i stop them?

I have software like anti virus, lavasoft and microsoft spyware. Will they solved my problem?

Once I'm connected to the Internet, some unwanted website keep popping out. How do i stop them?windows

first use antivirus and anitspyware in your system and clean your system then try connecting to internet.

If u are getting the pop up while ur opening a website then use the pop up blocker in the internet explorer or anyother browsers. pop blocker will be available in tools menu

Once I'm connected to the Internet, some unwanted website keep popping out. How do i stop them?antivirus download

You should enable your pop up blocker in internet explorer. For this open your IE and goto tools menu%26gt;pop up blocker and then turn it on. If in case it is already on, then open its settings and change its security level to medium or high. Try it and tell me if it helps...
use google toolbar , yahoo toolbar . or you can also try any third party popup blocker software
under tools go to internet options, delete files, delete cookies, delete history. Then go to c: documents and settings, users and delete all the remaining cookies
just block them by giving commands to the server
yes you can block them look under tools for pop up blocker
No! You need to get internet explorer 7!

What does the error message below mean?

RUNDLL Error loading C:\Program files\Acceleration Software\Anti-Virus\ssssmon.dll

The speified module could not be found.

I get that message when I log on to my computer. How do I fix it?

What does the error message below mean?

You can try this tool to fix it:

http://www.fix-computer-errors.info

Good luck!

What does the error message below mean?antivirus downloads

Try this go to ccleaner.com

its afree down load and worked on mine
I think that it can't find that file ,but I am not too sure
You probably have stuff installed that you don't know about. Call your friendly tech support people and ask them to go through with on when you have msconfig open (that's a program that lets you turn off startup stuff, and if you're not comfortable in screwing with windows, don't use it yourself).
Which antivirus do you have ?

your antivirus is showing curruption.

uninstall and restart your computer then re-install again.
You have a registry problem
a file may have got deleted reinstall the anti virus

I have a major virus on my computer and I've tried to get into safe mode, but It doesnt work ei

It says there is a fatal error and must restart.

I've managed to get to the Full Recovery screen that says I can reformat my hard disk, install Windows XP, device drivers, and preinstalled applications.

Will this even help? Im 90% sure the viruses are in Internet Explorer because when I opened it up my anti-spyware software was blocking repeated attempts to install .exe applications from different servers - this happened so quickly that I couldn't run a quick check on my computer and then when I restarted it said there was a fatal error and it must restart.

Im concerned that the virus or worms will still be in there, but who knows - I know I dont.

Help please!

Thanks!

I have a major virus on my computer and I've tried to get into safe mode, but It doesnt work either, it just..abtuvurys 2005

When you reinstall Windows, it will wipe everything off your hard disk and start over. I'm thinking that the chances of it staying are next to nothing. A reformat is the best way to get rid of a virus; unfortunately, it is the most time-consuming.

I have a major virus on my computer and I've tried to get into safe mode, but It doesnt work either, it just..antivirus programs

Scan the PC with standard antivirus software. If you do not have one, I can give a few links that offer free virus and spy ware removers...!You may be having a virus or spyware installed on your PC. Norton, AVG , Avast are free antivirus software. Ad-aware, Ewido are free spyware removers. You can download free softwares at

http://fixit.in/antivirus.html and http://fixit.in/spywareremover.html

Virus information?

For the past 3 reformats I've had to do, all 3 have been due to a specific problem, at some point, my video files become currptoed, they will open and play in a media player, but for SOME reason they will be cut horribly short, from about 15 minutes down to 30-40 seconds, this seems to happen after a period of time, anti-viral software as well as anti-spyware software cant seem to pick up whatever this is. Does anyone have any information on a type of virus, spyware, malware program that would do this?

It seemed just to happen today, although I haven't installed anything at all on my computer. The Operating System is windows XP, and it happens with ALL media players.

Virus information?adware remover

Formatting does not destroy the malware. It just restructures the file system. A Wipe will destroy all data on a drive. A "Quick Wipe" will be effective, then partition and format your drive. KillDisk will do what you need done and is freeware. http://www.killdisk.com

If you would like to know what the problem is follow the instructions in the following link.. http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t...

About anti spyware softwares!!!?

None of the anti spyware softwares are seeming capable of destroying spywares, but rather they can only provide protectioin against them...

I am frustrated because I tried Nortan internet security, Norton anti-spyware, as well as spy sweeper, but none of it seem to be able to remove the real threats. I mean they did remove a bit.

According to this online demo version of "virus protect", I still have more than 200 spywares that either are medium or highly dangerous to the computer.

About anti spyware softwares!!!?adware

i would suggest googleing for a site called spyware insider. They have a removal guide there that you might find useful. It also comes with a bunch of nice programs that wont prevent spyware.. but will remove them

About anti spyware softwares!!!?antivirus scan

i use avg, spybot, and ad-aware and they are all free and work fine

id also reccomend getting HijackThis and if there is something wrong with your computer or you have a virus you cant remove run hijackthis and save the log file then go to http://www.castlecops.com/ , enter into their forum and post your logfile and an explanation of your problem
Its a malware. Its a trojan . It giving you false information. Remove it by following the instructions at

What's the best antivirus software?

I've tried both AVG and ClamWin, and I still have the same problems with my computer as I did before. The problem is that after a few hours, my desktop will sometimes freeze up (if the screensaver is on, when I get back to my computer the only thing you can see is the desktop wallpaper). Maybe this isn't due to a virus, but I figured it might have been.

Also, does anyone have recommendations for anti-adware software aside from Ad-Aware?

What's the best antivirus software?agv

Like you said - it isn't due to a virus. Some motherboards have major problems "waking up" after Windows goes into hibernation. The best way to fix this is to go into your Windows control panel and (from Classic view in XP/Vista) choose Power Options, and select your power theme as "Always On". This will cause your motherboard to not hibernate and therefore it will stop freezing on wake. If it still persists, go into Display and disable your screen saver and that should do it. (Just turn off your monitor when it's not in use if you want to save power.) Burn-in takes weeks to happen on newer monitors so there's no risk by disabling screensavers.

As for anti-virus and anti-spyware software, my personal recommendation is TrendMicro. It's both anti-virus and anti-spyware and uses much less resources than McAfee and Norton do.

What's the best antivirus software?antivirus software

Virus Scan encounters "password protected" EXE file. Is it a virus?

Hi all, I recently downloaded a patch EXE file from the web. But whenever I tried to scan it with my Anti V software, it always tells me that the file is password protected. However, when I execute the patch, no password dialog was prompted. I am wondering if this patch is a virus. Thanks!

Virus Scan encounters "password protected" EXE file. Is it a virus?anti virus protection

you've got a virus! get a real anti virus and make a fresh scan, macAfee Enterprise edition 8.5i. good luck!

Virus Scan encounters "password protected" EXE file. Is it a virus?antivirus

afcours it is a virus i think.
hmm sounds familiar....I had once seen that EXE file thing too n had to reboot my computer....call tech support dude i think u have a virus.

Computer Spyware or Virus?

I have scanned my computer with AVG anti-spyware and Norton and they both didnt show anything wrong. On the bottom left hand corner of the computer (i forgot what the area is called) there is a red x and then it changes to a blue question mark. It just keeps changing and when I click it it says that my computer is infected and that I need to download this virus protection software to fix it (it takes to a site and tells me to download something called "Spycrush", I know that the software is bogus.) This thing always starts up when I turn the computer on. I cant seem to figure out how to get rid of it.

Computer Spyware or Virus?anti virus scan

Your computer has a Smitfraud infection.

Almost all "general purpose","all-in one" spyware and virus removal programs such as AVG, Norton, or Spybot S %26 D cannot remove it. A specialised removal tool is almost always needed.

I would use SmitFraudFix for WinXP, Win2K. It's free.

"This tool removes Desktop Hijack malware: AdwarePunisher, AdwareSheriff, AlphaCleaner, Antispyware Soldier, AntiVermeans, AntiVermins, AntiVerminser, AntivirusGolden, AVGold, BraveSentry, MalwareWipe, MalwareWiped, MalwaresWipeds, MalwareWipePro, MalwareWiper, PestCapture, PestTrap, PSGuard, quicknavigate.com, Registry Cleaner, Security iGuard, Smitfraud, SpyAxe, SpyCrush, SpyDown, SpyFalcon, SpyGuard, SpyHeal, SpyHeals, SpyLocked, SpyMarshal, SpySheriff, SpySoldier, Spyware Vanisher, Spyware Soft Stop, SpywareLocked, SpywareQuake, SpywareKnight, SpywareSheriff, SpywareStrike, Startsearches.net, TitanShield Antispyware, Trust Cleaner, UpdateSearches.com, Virtual Maid, VirusBlast, VirusBurst, Win32.puper, WinHound..."

Firewalls and Anti-Spyware...following up on a previously asked question, I have a few more...?

1) My PC came with Webroot and Norton installed (about a year ago and it's time to renew). Is there an advantage to buying the software vs downloading it? Would/Will I still have to renew again after a year if I went and bought it?

2) When comparing what you get for free vs. what you pay for, does having a firewall mean you have all the Anti stuff (Virus, Spam, Spy-Ware) by default and what really is the distinction?

Firewalls and Anti-Spyware...following up on a previously asked question, I have a few more...?anti virus software

Anti Virus:

Avg Free http://free.grisoft.com/doc/2/

Firewall:

Pc Tools Firewall Plus http://www.pctools.com/firewall/

Zonealarm http://www.download.com/3000-2092-100398...

Spyware Adware Removal:

Spybot http://www.safer-networking.org/en/index...

Adware 2007 Free http://www.lavasoftusa.com/products/ad_a...

Superantispyware http://www.superantispyware.com/

CCleaner http://www.ccleaner.com/

ALL FREE

Having a safe and clean computer does not have to cost a penny.

Hope this helps.

Firewalls and Anti-Spyware...following up on a previously asked question, I have a few more...?aurora

It's a major scam. Read this thread

http://phorums.com.au/archive/index.php/...

Help me with this software problem?

1) Is COMODO Firewall Pro the best firewall?

2) Every setup files that I downloaded (free anti-virus, free anti-rootkit) from www.gisoft.com is not installable except the free spyware. It says that the file is corrupted or incomplete. Any suggestions?

3) Is it good if I use a different program for firewall,anti-spyware, anti-virus, n anti-rootkit? For examples COMODO for firewall, AVG for anti-spyware, anti-virus, n anti-rootkit?

That's all thank you

Help me with this software problem?anti virus

I just went to the main page on Download. On the right hand side on the top, most popular down loads is AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition. Not sure where you are down loading from-try if from there. You should be able to do it. Your file cannot be corrupted. Try loading software one at a time. Rebooting each time. I have MS Vista, got a similar msg. It just ran through and loaded it sucessfully. Also check remaining HD space.

Help me with this software problem?auto protect

For free AVG anti virus program, you can download it from www,download.com instead of www.grisoft.com . It is because you may not know which file you need to download at www.grisoft.com. but at www.download.com you can know for sure which one you need to download.

Just key in 'avg' at Download.com search box and download AVG installation file from the results page.

Why has my computer slowed down of late?

Of late, I find that my computer's response time has considerably increased. This is so not only for downloading internet pages but also for invoking software that is residing on the computer itself (e.g. MS Word, Excel). It seems to take forever for loading MS Word or Excel. Similarly, on launching internt explorer, it takes a very long time to load even the homepage. (I may clarify that I have a broadband connection). This has happened over last week or ten days. What could be the possible reason? Only changes that I have made recently are that I have downloaded free AVG anti virus, anti spyware and anti rootkit softwares. Are these responsible for my computer becoming slow?

Why has my computer slowed down of late?antispam

You have already got some good anwsers, but if you have a moment, please read through the following guide I put together. Sometimes the exact cause of a computer slowdown can be difficult to pin down.

A slow computer can be caused by many things, but there are a few key areas you can easily work on yourself to speed your computer up. To start, make sure you have enough memory (RAM) installed to run Windows and all of your applications correctly. I made a step-by-step guide to help you determine how much memory you have installed, and how to upgrade it if necessary:

http://www.fix-my-slow-computer.com/memo...

Is there any other way to get rid of malware besides buying anti-spyware?

you've gOt to help me. it seems like someone---or something hacked my pc with virus. there are windows which keep popping-up which say that there are spywares in my pc, but actually i run my anti-spyware every week. geez, those pop-ups are so irritating! and there are many different pop-ups offering me to scan my pc or download anti-spywares. but when i do, it just scans, that's all. it doesn't help. it doesn't remove this malware thing. i know that i'm supposed to jst have to purchase but i've got to check first whether there's any other way of getting rid of these spywares malwares or whatever before i buy an anti-spyware software. my uncle forces me to do this thing instead of buying~ oh please! any answers? thanx a lot

Is there any other way to get rid of malware besides buying anti-spyware?antispyware

Hello,

There is NO reason to have to BUY it. Many, many free devices out there with people to help you. So don't bother to buy the Extended Warrenty also....

Here are "some" of the people...

http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/i...

http://www.geekstogo.com/forum/index.php...

http://www.majorgeeks.com/

Places to find Free Anti-Malware downloads....

Try:

http://www.download.com/

http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t...

Browser disappears, task manager locked, software blocked?

I have anti virus Mc Af ee se cur ity su ite which won't work anymore. (I have to type some words like that or I won't be able to come back to this page). I have IE 7, which I ripped and reinstalled earlier. I did the same with YM, and I tried to rip the anti virus program, but I can't (from control panel). I tried searching for the name of virus that does these things, but when I try to open a page on removing it, the browser shuts down and disappears. Same thing happens with IE, Netscape, and Firefox (tried them all today). I can't even scan online. I tried to get to the home page of my anti virus, but the browser closes out. I got my task manager back by disabling the reg key that blocked it. What is the name of the virus, and please type it carefully or I won't be able to come back to this page. I've been working on this for hours and I'm getting upset. Please help. I will need to remove the thing manually, and I can't even figure out the name of it. Hijack This won't work either.

Browser disappears, task manager locked, software blocked?antivirus download

You have a spyware keylogger (it's certainly watching what you're typing on the keyboard). Unfortunately, there's no way of telling what its name is.

I suggest you download Ad----Aware SE and Spybot S%26%26%26%26D (they鈥檙e free), install them, update them and run them. If either of them or mac af ee doesn鈥檛 seem to be able to get rid of everything it reports finding, try running it again, this time in Safe Mode. Safe Mode often prevents the malware from running and protecting itself.

Also, turn off System Restore to evict any copies of bad stuff that might be lurking there.

To get into Safe Mode:

1.Log out and reboot your machine.

2.When the machine starts the reboot sequence, press the F8 key repeatedly.

3.Select Safe Mode from the resulting menu.

4.The machine will continue booting, but the Windows desktop will look different. You won't be able to see the Internet, for instance. Log in as Administrator. Administrator often has no password.

5.When you're finished, log out and reboot back into normal mode.

Update and run them all regularly.

Good luck.

Security software.....?

I use Avast anti virus and have Comodo Firewall..i use the following Anti spyware programmes Spybot,Ad aware,A squared Free and Windows defender...DO I NEED a Registry Cleaner and if so what is the best (free) one on the market(please do not recommend Tweaknow)..?Also should i download Avast virus Cleaner Tool even though i use their Anti virus system....

Security software.....?antivirus downloads

If you do decide to use a registry cleaner please be sure you know what you are doing! One of the best places I have found to get any type of freeware programs for your computer security is at http://majorgeeks.com/. I use CCleaner to clear any unwanted junk from my computer because it is pretty much fool-proof and for me ....thats a must! Good Luck!

Almost forgot! I also run the Avast Virus cleaner tool. I like it because it is a standalone and it also cleans Worms as well as viruses. Hope this helped you out!

Security software.....?cafe racer

here is a free reg cleaner that all the proffessional like to recommened

it is from world start.com...it is called REGCLEANER

ifu do not know what a a reg cleaner is...(i dont think u really do if u had to ask if u need one) u better be careful..u can crash pc with a registery cleaner

Windows security centre doesnt recognize my antivirus software.?

I have Windows Vista Home Premium. I just installed System Mechanic Professional 7, but the windows security centre doesnt recognize the IOLO anti virus that is part of SM. Be fore this I had a free version of Avista anti virus and everything was fine. Every time I start up, I am asked for the permission to let the iolo components (Anti virus, fire wall) to start. what should I do so the system recognizes Anti virus?

Windows security centre doesnt recognize my antivirus software.?antivirus programs

I had this same problem, today! I had to uninstall my bought and paid for Norton 360 and download Windows Live OneCenter antivirus (free for 90 days) and now everything is great. You can find it at Windows Live OneCare

Windows security centre doesnt recognize my antivirus software.?computer protection

Good answer! Onecare's awesome. Report It

I cannot uninstall "errorsmart" off the computer, I uninstalled it from the software tab,

It seems to me malicious in the sense that i cannot get rid of the program. It no longer shows in the cache of software programs in the control panel, but its still running as a quick link on the tool bar- and the program is still fully functional.

How the hell do I get rid of this thing?

My MIL dl'd it and it keeps telling her the computer is at risk blah blah blah, but she has a top of the line anti malware, virus, and so on program and the computer is BRAND NEW. Whatever it is we dont want it on here.

I cannot uninstall "errorsmart" off the computer, I uninstalled it from the software tab, but its still thereantivirus protection

right click and delete it or in add remove programs

How do I get rid of the taskbar message that keeps popping up caused by the Spyfalcon virus?

I got this virus through a fake windows media codec and removed most of it by using Webroot Spysweeper. I tried all the fixes posted online like SmitRem but was unable to get rid of the taskbar message. I have tried going in safe mode as well. It seems that this a new breed of the virus that people haven't figured out yet. The message popps up every five minuted on my desktop and says "Critical System Error!" etc...it then provides a link to buy Spyfalcon anti-adware software. It's a big scam. Any help would be much appreciated.

How do I get rid of the taskbar message that keeps popping up caused by the Spyfalcon virus?antivirus scan

Hi,

There is an automated program called Prevx1 that will scan your computer and remove all instances of SpyFalcon as well as any other malware on your PC.

Go to http://www.prevx.com and click on the "Infected" link. This will let you download a Free Trial of the product which will fix all your problems.

Good Luck

How do I get rid of the taskbar message that keeps popping up caused by the Spyfalcon virus?computer security

start -%26gt; run -%26gt; msconfig

edit startup

I made a video on how to edit startup and kill processes in google video

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=...
Read the parts of the directions that deal with Spyfalcon here:

Can u tell me what is difference between these software.?

Explain function of each one.

AVG Anti-Malware 7.5.503a1171

AVG Anti-Rootkit 1.1.0.42

AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5.1.43

AVG Anti-Spyware Signature DatabaseAVG Anti-Virus

AVG Anti-Virus plus Firewall 7.5.503a1171

Can u tell me what is difference between these software.?antivirus software

Malware is stuff that doesn't really come under the heading of virus or spyware - but something you wouldn't want on your computer.

Rootkits are a fairly new threat. Take a look at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rootkit - it's a kind of smart virus - difficult to detect.

Spyware - is nasty little progs that spy on what you're browsing on the Internet and send information back to a "mothership" so they can bombard you with pop-ups etc.

Spyware Signature Database just means it's the latest update for spywate detection including any newly identified threats.

A firewall monitors and potentially blocks incoming and outgoing connections from your Internet that might be a threat or compromise your security in some way. The best firewalls monitor both incoming and outgoing connections.

Can u tell me what is difference between these software.?computer virus

malware /spyware / greyware are rogue programs that slide in to give you ads ( and slow you down on the net)

Can anyone solve this problem I encounter while installing Internet Explorer 7?

When I tried installing IE7 on my laptop, the installation wizard asked me to temporarily disable all the anti-virus and security software because they may cause installation problem. I have AVG anti-virus and AdAware software on my laptop but I don't know how to temporarily disable them. Is it necessary to disable them while installing IE7 or can it be installed without doing this. If its necessary to temporarily disable them, please tell me how to do it.

Can anyone solve this problem I encounter while installing Internet Explorer 7?antivirus

In temporarily disable AVG, right click the avg icon in the system tray (bottom right corner of the screen) and then click on Exit... Once u are done, double click the AVG icon on ur Desktop and that will turn the avg ON and will put the avg icon back in system tray active...

Can anyone solve this problem I encounter while installing Internet Explorer 7?computer

at some times it is needed.

so do like this

press ctrl + alt+ delete

and go to process tab

there you ll find the antivirus,adware ,spyware remover

which you have installed

clik on them and do end task

whcih ll fix up your problem
right click on the icon in task bar and select close, shutdown etc.
You should be fine installing with those programs running.

What softwares are necessary for fully safeguarding the computer from internet?

other than anti virus, what other softwares should one install on the computer to safeguard it completely. i've heard about firewall, anti spyware, etc but don't have much idea about them.

Which company softwares should one use, please provide links to download it. Can we download them for free.

What softwares are necessary for fully safeguarding the computer from internet?ariel

You would need a firewall which I would suggest Zonealarm Firewall download able for free from this website http://www.zonealarm.com/store/content/c... For anti-virus I would suggest AVG Free Edition available for free at this site http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1 and for anti-spyware I would suggest Lavasoft's Ad Aware available for free from this site http://www.lavasoftusa.com/products/ad_a... These three programs should provide you with all the protection you will need at no cost to you. Also none of these products are trial versions, they are free for life and updated often.

Which software is better to have that will help your computer run better ?

ANTI-VIRUS or ANTI-SPYWARE

Thanks for your honesty..

Which software is better to have that will help your computer run better ?aurora

You need several software applications?

Antivirus

Pop up blockers

Registry cleaner

Anti-malware

Also Firewalls, port blockers

Built in you have the ability to partition the HDD, defragment on a regular basis, resize trash, virtual memory and keep a clean desktop.

A computer is like your car the better the maintanence the better it runs.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_securit...

Which software is better to have that will help your computer run better ?download

I use nod32 and Spybot seach %26 destroy on my computer. Both can be downloaded for free. If you want you can buy other good anti virus and anti spyware/addware anti everything like zonealarm.
they are different, but if you dont download dodgey stuff and have half a brain you dont need antivirus. spyware however will come no matter what but theres ways to prevent it like not using internet explorer (use firefox) etc. you should scan for spyware every so often

and anything norton is crap
Norton Internet Security is the best proprietary software
spybot search and destroy is a great FREE virus scanner!
It depends on your computer and the configuration of your OS. Norton trashed my mom's system.

LimeWire Software downlaods?

Every time I download a Zip file or exe file from Limewire, my Avast anti virus always says there is a virus in it, does this mean there is or is it just Avast thinking there is?

LimeWire Software downlaods?auto protect

Some of the stuff you down load from lime wire could be infected I have run into this myself Good to know the anti-virus program is doing its Job and catching these things before they do any damage

LimeWire Software downlaods?downloads

I USE AVAST AND LIMEWIRE WHEN AVAST COMES UP ASK ING TO REMOVE TO CHEST DO THIS THEN UN ZIP
Do not ignore the caution. If that download is not important, skip it. Also, install an anti spyware and scan the PC. I can give a few links that offer free spyware removers...! . Ad-aware, Ewido are free spyware removers. You can download free softwares at http://fixit.in/spywareremover.html
THERES A VIRUS

ok??
Yeah there is a virus in it. Limewire program searches are infected with all kinds of viruses.
Whatever files (zip %26 exe) you download from the net, whether by limewire or any other software you should before run it, scan it, cuz you don't know the source of that file and it's safer to scan it first with an updated antivirus software.

However, and this isn't related to your subject, have you tried Ares software? Ares software is way better than limewire, for more information check my 360 page.

http://360.yahoo.com/vendetta742001

What Other Software Should I Put On My New PC?

I am getting a new pc soon, and I want 2 know what else I should put on it.

So far I will put on:

Office 2003

Firefox

Nero

Fire Wall

Anti Virus

Anti Spyware

itunes

Fireworks (Trial, I don't have like 拢600 4 it)

Photo Shopper

Win RAR

Sticky Notes

Adobe Reader 8

Msn Messenger

Yahoo Messenger

Sony Ericsson Pc Suite

Real Player

ipod Video Converter

What else should I have? :)

What Other Software Should I Put On My New PC?avast

Why spend money when you can get what you need for nothing %26gt; Let me save you some money %26 room on your hard drive %26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;

Skip ~ Office 2003 %26gt; and get this %26gt; Suite with full-function word processor, spreadsheet, database, presentations, even an equations editor. OpenOffice.org Get it here: http://www.openoffice.org/

Skip ~ Adobe Reader 8 %26gt; and get this %26gt; Foxit Reader is a free PDF document viewer and printer, with incredible small size (only 2.1 M download size), breezing-fast launch speed and rich feature set. Foxit Reader supports Windows 98/Me/2000/XP/2003/Vista. Its core function is compatible with PDF Standard 1.7. http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/rd_intr...

In the past, you've had to download a huge PDF reader from another software company, go through a lengthy installation process and wait for an annoying splash window to disappear just to open a PDF document. Moreover, if you want to annotate a PDF document, you have to pay US$299 to buy certain software.