Monday, October 19, 2009

Probably a stupid question, but does a virus scan or a spyware scan scan all users on my computer (V

Also, I was working away on my computer when all of a sudden a pop up came up from the Firefox browser I was using saying that there was malware or spyware on my computer and needed to run a full scan now. I immediately closed it but then it took me to a website that started to run a scan on my computer, saying that there was a trojan on my computer and a number of other viruses. I assumed this was fake just to get me download the software. I just wanted to know what this was (spyware, adware, malware) and what I can do to remove it. I am currently running a Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool and than once completed I also plan to run a Spy Sweeper spyware scan and then just a regular Norton Anti-Virus Scan. Any tips on how to remove this virus if it is one? All answers appreciated. Thanks.



Probably a stupid question, but does a virus scan or a spyware scan scan all users on my computer (Vista).?norton antivirus



You are correct assuming this website is a fraud. Its a ploy most websites and spyware use to lure inexperienced people to download their software. Try using Ad-Aware 2007 or Spybot Search %26 Destroy from Downloads.com their downloads are pre-scanned and safe. The software is free and does a great job.



Probably a stupid question, but does a virus scan or a spyware scan scan all users on my computer (Vista).?security

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