Unable to use Disk Cleanup (MS's own version through Win XP)?

For what ever reason, I am unable to use XP's Disk Cleanup. It keeps throwing up the dialog asking me to send an error report. I never do, since I know they probably will not look at it anyways.

This problem started last week when doing my weekly computer maintenance. I didn't think anything of it then and just continued on without doing it.

This week however I am a little concerned that I am unable to use it. While I use CCleaner, I like the option to delete my system restore backups except the latest one. As far as I know, there are no other programs that will allow me to do this.

Other then doing a repair on Win XP, is there anything else that I can do?

I have done a virus check with resident scanner (Avast!) and online scan (Bitdefender). I have done adware and spyware checks as well. The virus scans turned up nothing and adware/spyware turned up the usual tracking cookies.

So what else can I do?

Unable to use Disk Cleanup (MS's own version through Win XP)?norton antivirus 2007

I use CCleaner as well on my XP system and I just do the following to get to disk cleanup...

My Computer, Highlight which drive you want to cleanup, click properties, under properties you should see the disk cleanup button.

Or, Start%26gt;All Programs%26gt;Accessories%26gt;System Tools%26gt;Disk Cleanup.

I haven't had the problems you're having and I'm sure you've done the methods above, so perhaps you could do a System Restore to a state when it was operating fine, if you haven't deleted past restore points yet.

Unable to use Disk Cleanup (MS's own version through Win XP)?product key

you may have windows programs running in the background that you are not aware of that's interfering with the cleanup. Go in to ms dos mode and at the prompt, enter c:\scandisk

this will run the cleanup without windows running. This should fix the problem.

Virus? ...?

McAfee VirusScan detected a W32/HLLP.Philis.ini (virus) which couldn't be removed, quarantined or cleaned. I checked the file location and it was D Drive. The CD that's in it is from a Base Mp3 Player I bought from Target. I tried scanning all files with avast! and AVG Spyware, neither detected anything. What do I do? D:

Virus? ...?norton antivirus

According to McAfee this virus is put into the hidden files and folders. AV/AS programs do not scan the hidden files and folders when you scan in the computers "Normal Mode". Use this procedure to open your computer and properly removed this virus. Make sure you McAfee is properly updated:

TEMPORARILY SHOW HIDDEN FILES AND FOLDERS.

1. Click Start, and then click Control Panel.

2. Click Appearance and Themes, and then click Folder Options.

3. On the View tab, under Hidden files and folders, click "Show hidden files and folders", and clear(uncheck) the "Hide protected operating system files" check box.

IMPORTANT: Files are hidden by Windows for a very good reason. It is not wise to experiment with these files. Unfortunately, to successfully remove modern spyware we must turn this protection off temporarily. Please turn the protection back on when you have finished cleaning your system.

EMPTY INTERNET EXPLORER BROWSER CACHE:

My yahoo chart room freezes any time I enter the chart room?

My yahoo messenger freezes any time I enter into yahoo chart room,am using XP service pack2 and avast anti virus home edition.Thank you

My yahoo chart room freezes any time I enter the chart room?norton ghost

check for messenger updated go to your messenger task bar click help/ check for updates this will tell you what version your running and if you need an update.

also try clearing your temp files in your task bar click on tools / Internet options/ delete files ( check to delete off line content ) click OK while your in there also click to clear history.

My yahoo chart room freezes any time I enter the chart room?software

my yahoo chart room freezes whenever i enter there. i am using windows vista Report It

Whats the difference (function sense) between spyware,malware,firewall and antivirus?

Im just wondering.. i mean, is it essential to download each of one software for my PC safety or is the anti-virus having the appropriate army to guard my pc...

is Avast anti-virus enough to cover all..?

Whats the difference (function sense) between spyware,malware,firewall and antivirus?norton internet security 2008

Spyware - Usual bugs you. asking you to sign up for this and that.

Sometimes montiors websites visited and sends it to attacker to help the attacker to better catch your attention.

Malware - viruses, worms, trojans, and mass mailers

Can cause damage to system, destroy files, cause havoc

Firewall - 2 types - Stops unwanted traffic inbound and outbound

You can program a firewall to block under many characteristics like ports, IPs, or even protocols

Phsysical firewalls you hook up to your network before or after router/switch. Usually analyzes traffic by the packet(barebones of data). (data travels and is assembled again by bits %26 packets)

Software firewall is on your computer usually blocks and allows by the above charc.

antivirus - program that uploads a ".dat" file with a listing of viruses "in the wild" and blocks access to files that are infected either quarantining or deleting the file.

ZoneAlarm

TrendMicro

McAfee

are all pretty good. I have zone

Whats the difference (function sense) between spyware,malware,firewall and antivirus?spyware removal

A guide to network security can be found here http://www.compcentral.net/guides.php?UI...

Free security packages available here http://www.compcentral.net/downloads.php...

I recommend AVG, Spyware Teminator and ZoneAlarm.

They are one of each type of security.

Virus in computer ...HELP?

does anyone know of a free virus cleaning program that really works... I tried avast ,vundo,and eusing and I still have a virus so none of them worked...PLEASE HELP I need a free virus cleaner

Virus in computer ...HELP?norton internet security

avg free antivirus available at www.download.com

Virus in computer ...HELP?spyware remove

Do you have comcast? If so, McAfee is a free virus program, it's pretty good, it just takes slow but that's just because it's scanning EVERY file throughout your computer.
Okay more than likely what you are looking at is malware that your virus cleaner cannot detect. If you like Avast keep it, if not download a free antivirus called Antivir. It has better detection than Avast and has scheduled scans, but if you are comfortable with Avast keep it. Just make sure you never have two antivirus programs on your computer at the same time, and keep it up to date. Now I would recommend you download Spyware Doctor Starter Edition and SuperAntispyware, both are free. Install and update each progam. Now disconnect your pc from the internet. Next do complete/full scans with both Spyware Doctor and SuperAntispyware. This will likely take care of the malware aspect of your infect, assuming it is malware and not a true virus. In some cases a scan in safe mode maybe necessary if you are still having issues.

Is it wise to run two different ANTI VIRUS on my system?

Window's XP, Ive been having Norton for quite some time and been happy with it. Recently, Ive ran to some problem with virus, ad ware,....so Ive added AVAST ANTI VIRUS. I'm not too sure if Ive done wise thing. PLEASE inform me if it is OK to have two AV or what ever you guys suggest. THANKS for all your inputs in advance.

ADD: every time i re-scan after Norton is done, with Windows live onecare safty scanner, it shows more infected area than Norton did, what you guys think about that? does NOR sucks!!!!!

Is it wise to run two different ANTI VIRUS on my system?noton

2 scanners active at the same time will interfere with each other, and may miss a virus, or may also give false positives. Settle on one. If you want a free one, use AntiVir, and get rid of Norton. If you have subscription time left on Norton, use it and it only until the subscription is up, then delete it totally, and install AntiVir. Also get Spybot Search and Destroy, and a Zone Alarm firewall.

http://www.free-av.com/

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

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

Is it wise to run two different ANTI VIRUS on my system?stinger

no no really.you could overwork your computer and then it will probably fry it or it will cause it more virus's than before.so i suggest not to.
LOL!! EXACTLY the same here!!! Get rid of Norton, that's what I did anyway, and no problem ever again. LiveOne scan is really great!!! Avast, Live OneCare scan and XP firewall is all you need.
I would say no because i think that the programs could cancel each other out then they would be useless and a waste of money.
Yes Norton is crap. Please get somthing else.

Which of these Anti Virus is BEST?

Which of these Anti Virus is BEST?

1. Avast (Free)

2. AVG (Free)

3. AntiVir Classic (Free)

4. AOL Active Virus Shield

5. ClamWin Free Antivirus

I want one that is light and doesnt slow your computer down and protect you from all source of virus. :) Thank you!

Which of these Anti Virus is BEST?panda

AVG

Which of these Anti Virus is BEST?suzuki

if you can pay for antivirus I advise you to buy

Kaspersky Anti-virus
You can download some best antivirus

programmes like Norton, Avg at http://www.fixit.in/antivirus.html
What happened to my answer recommending Nod32 and bunch of other information.

http://www.eset.com/download/index.php

http://www.eset.com/

What extra programs can I download to make my computer get rid of it's virus? ( read details )?

The programs I have so far are:

- ad-aware 2007

- avast! antivirus

- ccleaner

- COMODO firewall pro

- mcafee siteadvisor

- Spywareblaster

- superantispyware Free edition

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well if your wondering what the problem is here it is:

my computer restarts by itself automatically and it freezes, crashes, etc..so that is the problem and I usually only go on the computer for 1 hour..so please help %26 thanks ;)

another thing that happened was that my computer restarted by itself , it logged of %26 restarted..strange ey? and when the computer freezes it makes a sound which dosn't stop and it seems to come from the hard drive

sometimes when my computer freezes the computer has a line that is sort of greenish-blueish...

I heard getting a mac dosn't work since the virus will remain..

sorry, at the moment i can't afford norton products , so if you can tell me a free product please, but if you just can't then please tell me..it would be nice if you told me why it is good as well ;)

there are no computers guys in my area and i don't know the number for one so I have to use virus programs

thanks for the advice to get on with my life, but not really what i wanted

What extra programs can I download to make my computer get rid of it's virus? ( read details )?pc security

Problem with internet browser(IE and Firefox)?

On my computer (Windows XP) after browsing for several hours, both browsers (IE 7 and Firefox 2.0.0.2, regular and safe mode) quit displaying any website. Nothing displays on Firefox, and IE says there is no connection. I can ping ip addresses and the localhost, and if I'm downloading any files or using bittorrent, they continue to work. I've tried the usual, clearing the cache, release/renew ip address, diagnose the connection with built in programs in windows XP. If it helps, I use CA's firewall and avast antivirus. The problem stops if I restart or log off and log on again. Any suggestions to point in the right direction would help, even if it isn't a full solution. I am usually good with computers, so don't be afraid to be technical.

Problem with internet browser(IE and Firefox)?photoshop

have you tried with the firewall and av off- use the xp firewall

also can you ping outside of your network???

can you telnet to google etc???

might be malware try running a rootkit revealer

strongly recommend system file check (start- run- sfc/scannow - return), might be a tcp stack prob try http://support.microsoft.com/kb/299357

tayo safe mode firefox not xp

Problem with internet browser(IE and Firefox)?symatec

its cuz ur in safe mode

if u restart, and go back to safe mode, the same thing'll happen after a while

it does that for some reason.

Hi is a p4 1.6 sufficient for current applications?

apps include avast antivirus, microsoft office, ie7, adobe reader, cpuz, everest, aol/msn messenger, hp printer, etc

2 gigs of ddr400 and 70 gigs hd and this p4 478 is installed onto this emac T1840 its running fine

Hi is a p4 1.6 sufficient for current applications?pop up blocker

Yup, very sufficient! You're good to go!

Hi is a p4 1.6 sufficient for current applications?systemworks

If you say its running fine with your current apps then why are you asking if it will? A 1.6 will work as an interent machine and for older games and not much more.
i was just looking at min requirement to run vista 1 gig mem

1 gig processor

o its a mac i dont have a clue about mac

Locating profiles of girls on my hard drive, but not currently on my messenger list?

when i was running avast antivirus i notliced a long list of profiles not on my current messenger list, of girls i definitely wanna make contact with !!!!!!!!!!

Locating profiles of girls on my hard drive, but not currently on my messenger list?product key

Those names you saw being scanned in Avast were probably from your Message Archive. Yahoo Messenger creates a separate folder for each user you talk to, so that's probably what was being scanned.

To access your archive, click Contacts %26gt; Message Archive. From there you can read past conversations and click the Reply button to send the other user a new message.

I have windows xp and while i am online a notice appears and says internet explorer has encountered

a problem and needs to close. i report it always, but nothing happens. i have avast 4 for my antivirus. and i have sp2 also please help.

I have windows xp and while i am online a notice appears and says internet explorer has encountered /////?security

Dear,

u clean out ur all cookies and temp file from ur system.

and use ur home page as blank.

delete history too...

if the problem still there, so get ur exlorer upgrade to new one w/c is IE 7 u can download it free from Microsoft website.

Take care

Regards,

Sahil

I have windows xp and while i am online a notice appears and says internet explorer has encountered /////?trojan

SP2 means "Service Pack 2", as in Windows XP SP2. The pack contains several security and stability fixes, so it's good that you have 'em. But it's not enough. Which brings me to my point:

Assuming that you have a genuine copy of Windows (i.e. legal copy), go to the Windows Update Website (http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/), have your Windows validated for authenticity first (sorry, it's required), and then download the latest updates (fixes) for your Windows and/or Internet Explorer (IE).

And BTW, just because you have updated anti-virus, anti-spyware or anti-adware software, an updated firewall, an updated IP blocklist tool or the final release of IE7 does not make you immune to "stability bugs", which is what I suspect is messing with you. So don't go thinking that you don't need these updates and that you can just forget about 'em. If you don't do this, sooner or later, you WILL pay the price for it.

I need a free Anti-Virus?

I need to know a good , well-known anti-virus software!!

I can't use Avast! since i use Zonealarm.

ALSO IT MUST BE FREE, NOT A DEMO OR TRIAL!!!

Thanks You.

I need a free Anti-Virus?software

http://free.grisoft.com/freeweb.php/doc/...

or

http://daol.aol.com/safetycenter

I need a free Anti-Virus?vincent

For basic security required by personal users, you require ONE anti-virus, ONE firewall and at least TWO anti-spyware. I have given the links to the best you can have for free, in each category. Get them all.

AVG(Download this : avg75free_432a904.exe): http://free.grisoft.com/doc/5390/lng/us/...

a-squared Free(Download a-squared FREE): http://www.emsisoft.com/en/software/down...

Windows Defender(only for genuine Windows XP): http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/detai...

Comodo Personal Firewall: http://www.personalfirewall.comodo.com/....

To activate the real-time protection of Windows Defender, go to Tools %26gt; Options and tick 'Use Real Protection'. In case you don't have genuine Windows, you can use Spyware Terminator as a good substitute to Windows Defender.

http://www.spywareterminator.com/...

Here are some security tips:

1.Never use more than one anti-virus or firewall. There is a good possibility that they will fight each other. However, you can use as many anti-spywares as you wish, provided you use the real-time protection of only one of them.

I think i have a worm/virus.... help?

just today, every time i open microsoft outlook, it keeps duplicating incoming emails by the hundreds and then "stops responding". my guess is that there was some sort of worm in the email but have no idea what i should do. norton says nothing is wrong, avast antivirus says nothing is wrong... does this sound familiar to anyone and how should i go about fixing it.

I think i have a worm/virus.... help?spyware removal

Try Adware Free Edition

Try Ccleaner

Try Spybot Search and Destroy

If they all don't find anything, then the problem isn't on your PC, it's your email and there is nothing you can except changing your email or buying some kind of spam control software.

I think i have a worm/virus.... help?virus protection software

just to be safe delete all emails if you haven't opened them. I f you have it could be too late.Any spam not for you delete it. If it has inffected you contacts phone book only one thing to do delete it reinstall it from your XP cd. If Norton's didn't pick it up then your updates aren't up to date. Run you updates, one a week , always keep them upto date
install spybot search and destroy. It is a good antivirus and spyware removal
scan/remove using following antispywares

http://www.SecureMyWindows.com

http://www.superantispyware.com
Try first a Registry cleaner like wise registry cleaner,advanced windows care personal and the best one is max registry cleaner your pc might just be slow if it still persist then use Kaspersky Internet Security or ZoneAlarm Internet Security those are the best but if you want free then the best free one is Avast not not AVG and for the best Spyware detection is Spyware Doctor

Tried so many things- please help with Microbills!!!?

I've had Microbills for a while now. I'm 13 and a girl so i KNOW i havent looked at anything like this, but these pop-ups started to appear. I've searched on google and found quite a few solutions and have downloaded SO many virus removers it's hard to count- Avast!, a-squared, Adware Away, SpyNoMore, Spyhunter, my own virus remover Norton 360, and many more but they have not worked. I can't tell my Dad as I think he won't believe me and he'll think i have accessed this. Please help, I only got this for my birthday 3 months ago and now i'm scared to even switch the computer on!

Thankyou for all help

Tried so many things- please help with Microbills!!!?spyware remove

Right, first stop worrying it's not the end of the world. Second it is a bit of a problem getting rid of it for us let alone a 13yr old who is panicking. Ask your dad to come on the computer with you and read this. Hi dad as you know your young lady is in a fix, I guarantee you she has done nothing wrong. This is a well known and insidious piece of spyware which can get anybody. If you help her sort it then get a good firewall, anti virus ,and antispy programme installed and keep them up to date. I seem to spend half my life sorting out my grandkids computers. Good luck and stay safe.

Tried so many things- please help with Microbills!!!?virus protection

Web-Prayers Spyware help?

Well i have this spyware that redirects all of search results on yahoo to a site which url is web-prayers.com (I highly recommend not going on it). I have tried many ways of getting rid of it but to no luck so far. I have used Spy bot, Ad-Adware, AVG and Avast but their scans have resulted in bascially nothing to fix this problem. Anybody share the same problem as me or knows how to fix it? Please help me out, Thanks!

Web-Prayers Spyware help?spyware remover

No antivirus or antispyware protection is perfect but a good mixture of the two will help you clean your system and hopefully keep it clean.

First of all update and run your own anti virus %26 anti spyware applications.

However, be advised that some infections will corrupt or disable your resident security products so here are a few online scans that may help you:

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

Panda - http://www.pandasoftware.com/products/Ac...

Trend - http://housecall.trendmicro.com/

Next download, update and run a full scan using the following product:

http://www.superantispyware.com/

SuperAntiSpyware will remove the majority of difficult Trojans not just the easy ones.

If possible it is recommended that you load the application in normal mode but run it in Safe Mode. Safe Mode can be started by continually pressing F8 during the boot sequence. However, if you are badly infected you might need to run SuperAntiSpyware more than once to help clean your system. 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.

I have a highjack Prob! Redirect page to aprotectedpage.com?

Please help, I have tried everything but reformat! Adaware SE -no good, McAfee - no good, Avast trial - no good! I do not want to reformat this machine! I appreciate your help. Thanks Roy

I have a highjack Prob! Redirect page to aprotectedpage.com?spyware

Since your homepage is pointing to http://aprotectedpage.com, this means your PC is infected with a trojan called Zlob Trojan. Of course it is important to get rid of aprotectedpage.com, but it is just as important to also remove the Zlob Trojan that implanted it there. In my experience, a program called SpyNoMore is your best bet in removing the Zlob trojan. By removing this trojan, you will also get rid of aprotectedpage.com. Another symptom of Zlob Trojan is that it generates fake warning messages like:

System Alert

Critical System Error

System Performance monitor warning

Security Alert: NetWorm-i.Virus@fp

W32.Myzor.FK@yf

I have a highjack Prob! Redirect page to aprotectedpage.com?virus scan

Click Here!! Scroll down to "Defender Pro". This is some of the best fixing and security software I know of. Even clears your address bar!!
roy just run this tool and let me know. http://siri.urz.free.fr/Fix/SmitfraudFix... preferrable if running in safe mode

Remove Virus, Please help?

10 Points to the person who gets rid of this thing.

Does anyone know what I can use to get rid of the virus that I have. I have tried Avast, which I currently have but has locked majority of my files down. I have this other one aswell it is really good but still does not get rid of the virus, it keeps on coming back after I re-boot the pc.

I cannot get into my Control Panel its locked up and says I need to contact administrator.

Please help with this, its stressing me out.

Remove Virus, Please help?stinger

I have a McAfee license and LogMeIn, so I can go into your computer and personally remove the virus/spyware or whatever you have for free. Send me a mail to hvalle98@yahoo.com for more info

Remove Virus, Please help?virus scanner

And if all the above fails you might to run a complete reformat of your hard drive and a restore using the disc which came with your computer not on line in fact disconnect on line before starting reformating.

That is the worst case sceniro if all else fails because you will lose a lot of data if you are the type (99% of us are) that doesn't back everything up on zip card or disc.
Try avg free edition.

http://www.download.com/AVG-Anti-Virus-F...

That link comes from the avg website, by the way.

Is it worth paying for McAfee anti-virus software?

My subscription to McAfee has finished, and I am not sure whether to renew or to go for a free one like Avast or AVG?

Can anyone advise what is best - it's for a home laptop that I don't use very often but mostly for internet (so don't mind if McAfee slows it down a little)....but couldn't afford to get it fixed if a huge bug crashed the whole system down....

Is it really better to pay for McAfee or are the free ones just as good? Also, what is spyware etc., do I need to download a few different types of protection?

Thanks! :)

Is it worth paying for McAfee anti-virus software?suzuki

Personally, I use the free ones. But if you've got cash, go ahead and buy. There's even a AVG pro that you can buy. Usually, these paid anti-virus programs have firewall and anti-spyware included. But you can use separate programs like Spyware Terminator and Zone Alarm Pro.

Is it worth paying for McAfee anti-virus software?virus

I use AVG not only at home, on my laptop but also at my business. I've had no problems with it, its easy to use, does a great job and isn't a pain like Mcafee. Actually our tech/computer guy at work recommended avg and I've never regretted it.
McAfee is software that has let me down, I still prefer Norton Anti virus.

I need computer help?

ok my ex-bf was kinda sick and he came over 2 my house beacuse he didnt have a computer and he looked at porno. now he got a virus in my computer.how do i get rid of it? i have avast antivirus. and my computer alredy has a problem but i dont really worry about it beacuse i dont need it all day. i cant turn it on sometimes but thats a different story. rite now, i only need help getting rid of the virus. please help. its all my sick ex-bf's fault!

I need computer help?symantic

go to http://housecall.trendmicro.com/ run it twice or more if it finds more viruses. you should then run ad aware. then try to reload your anti virus. If these wont run you may need to reformat.

you can also scan on line with panda anti virus called active scan

once you find the virus(es) remove as directed and rescan.

http://www.pandasoftware.com/products/Ac...

I need computer help?viruses

If you can turn it on, do a spy ware and virus scan in safe mode. As soon as you turn the computer on start hitting F8 or F5 until you get a screen that gives you the option for safe mode. Then try to do the scans, if this is effective, go on line and download www.housecall.trendmicro.com and run this it takes a little while but it's free and does a decent job. If that doesn't work you will have to reformat or do a disk recovery which will wipe out everything including anything you've added aftermarket so think about it before you do it. Good Luck!
You are really screwed up. Sorry to say it so bluntly but baby you got it bad. If i were you I would scrub that system and rebuild it from the ground up. And make that ex of yours wear a condom next time he touches your mouse!

I've downloaded AVG antivirus and when I do an online?

scan at symantec security it says no antivirus detected on computers, so i uninstall and reinstalled it. But it keeps saying antivirus not detected. I uinstalled it again then I downloaded Avast, and it says the same thing. Why is my antivirus not being detected?

I've downloaded AVG antivirus and when I do an online?symatec

Anti virus will not be detected only a virus!!!! Don't panic I would suggest that your system is clean.

wdw

I've downloaded AVG antivirus and when I do an online?vista

Antivirus software tries to detect viruses on your PC.

When you use AV programs to scan your system they will only detect virus infections.

You have used AVG and Avast to scan your system and both programs have returned no detections.

This is a good thing and means your system is virus free.

Be happy.

Any antivirus i install on my pc;it disrupts the functionong of my broadband connection!!?

either i hve to uninstall the antivirus(as was in NOD32) s/w or disable(as in AVAST 4.7) it in order to access net!!!

plz somebody suggest something!!!!

Any antivirus i install on my pc;it disrupts the functionong of my broadband connection!!?systemworks

only one firewall should you use at any one time

Any antivirus i install on my pc;it disrupts the functionong of my broadband connection!!?windows

Chances are your antivirus program includes a firewall as well.You need to look for a tab such as SETTINGS then allowed programs,make sure you click on the browser you are using and click on(allow/yes etc.).It will usually say something like this.

"Are You Sure You Wan't This Program To Access The Internet?

Click OK/Allow
An uninstall was probably not necessary. I have Norton, and there are settings you can choose that'll make it easier, or more of a hassle to be online.

Just re-install an anti-virus program, and go through the menu options thoroughly. If you're still having trouble after that, then go to the anti-virus manufacturer's website and see what you can find there.
Ck your firewall setting it may not allow the program to run unless you have made it recognise the program

Best security for optimum protection?

Currently, I am using the following:

Avast: runs continuously

Adaware: I must run once per hour

Spybot S %26 D: I run one every 2 days

Yahoo Anti-spy: I must run once every hour

Pop-up blocker: always on

Settings seem good, tracking cookies keep getting in.

Now, I am having major problems and need better security now. I certain I will need to purchase this.

Damage to display properties, control image, desktop, more.

Can you please advise, as I lost control of her this morning? I need to take action now.

Thank you much!

Best security for optimum protection?triumph

Good start. You do need more protection.

Zone Alarm-a free firewall

Mozilla Firefox-Worlds fastest web browser

blocks cookies, non active X browser

McAFee uninstall?

I uninstalled McAFee from my computer because I applyied for a free trial and it expired so I had to uninstall it after I got avast antivirus and then my internet explorer is either sooo slow or quit working on me. does this happen to anyone and can anyone help me?

McAFee uninstall?trojan

It is difficult to deduce what your problem is:

However, as you will appreciate there are many reasons why your computer is running slow:

I have listed the most obvious, some of which you may have already tried but for completeness they are mentioned here.

First of all make sure you do not have any malware in the form of viruses or spyware. Run your anti virus and anti spyware programs in order to clear out any beasts.

If you do not have any protection these are exceptional and available for free:

Anti virus I suggest:

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

Anti spyware I suggest:

http://www.superantispyware.com/

Remove junk %26 temporary Internet files by running Ccleaner 鈥?free for download from:

http://filehippo.com/download_ccleaner/

Your hard disk(s) may be fragmented. Windows has a built in defragmentation program but you can download a third party program for free:

http://www.auslogics.com/en/software

Your registry may be cluttered or corrupt. Ccleaner mentioned above also has a registry cleaner but how about downloading another very good free registry cleaner:

Which is the best free ANTISPY software for home pc use?

HI, i am using avast free edition on my pc.Is it enough to prevent me from virus and spyware?.I would like know which is best free antispy software and where can shall i download if from.OH yes n i have tried using doctor spy(which makes my pc real slow so i dont like it) and i also tried adware 2007(which for some reason dont work on my pc).Please guide me on the this and will be helpful if u provide me with names of good software with the sites.........cheers!!!

Which is the best free ANTISPY software for home pc use?vincent

First of all, stop thinking about spending money to buy costly Anti-spyware programs. First use the free programs available.

Do a little yourself and if that doesnt help, you can always shell out some money to buy those good for nothing utilities.

Download the free anti-spyware programs mentioned and follow the easy steps mentioned on this article first ...

http://www.compset.net/article_spyware_a...

I am sure, this will help. Good Luck!

Which is the best free ANTISPY software for home pc use?adware remover

I would try AVG antispyware and Antivirus. Just google "AVG antivirus free edition" download and you will find the site. Antispyware is on same site. If PC is running slow you could try a bit of house keeping: start%26gt; control panel%26gt;delete%26gt; delete all option , tick box for ad ons and yes, that will get rid of cookies and clutter, defrag you hard drive,I make it a rule to run antispyware at shutdown every time i log off net. Drefrag at least twice a month or if you have a large drive do it over night, off line. Program your antivirus to do a full scan once a week. I f your pc is still running slow check how much ram you got and add some more or if you mother board will take a faster ram, this may involve moving some jumpers so if thats beyond you go with same and buy generic its cheaper
superspywareterminator is a great one- threatfire is good too- spybot search and destroy - adaware (the old version) is a great one too if you can find it- try download.com to get all the above or just type in the name of each on search and get the free versions- Also yahoo toolbar upgrade(free) has the anti spyware!
CA Anti-Spyware
you can try spybot.. its free.
lol, buy a mac! they are the best computers ever made! (check out my other comments on the IE7 question...)
Top 5 anti spyware:

http://www.top5antispyware.info
www.spywareterminator.com is one of the best I've found

A GOOD free anti virus please???

NOT AVG OR AVAST!

i have had problems with those!!

any other good ones please?

thanks

=))

A GOOD free anti virus please???virus protection software

Anti Vir (something like that)

Lavasoft

Antidote Super Lite version

ClamWin

Comodo Anti-Virus

Cyberhawk

PC Tools AntiVirus

A GOOD free anti virus please???adware

Norton antivirus is good quality with lots of useful programs, but can be costly for new editions. AVG is a cheaper alternative, but doesn't include as many features that Norton does. hope I helped =]
No too fussy Avast is outstanding
I have never heard of anyone having problems with AVG. Perhaps you were the problem rather than the program. I mean by that perhaps you were trying to get it to do something it was not designed for.
I would like to know what you are going to get that's better than Avast and for nothing!?!?!, admittedly AVG is trouble.
check out http://blog.360.yahoo.com/blog-sAFtLsc8e...

to eliminate all spy ware /virus /ad ware /Trojans completely.
Mcafee free edition from AOL %26 BitDefedner 10 free editon.
I would love to know what sort of problems you have had with AVG. I have used it for years alongside Spy-bot Search and Destroy and Zone Alarm firewall and never had a problem. I reckon that these three programmes are the best out there.lol
I got AVG 7.5 no probs so far gave up with Norton too slow have to check regular for updates for internal anti-virus protection don't mind doing that - better safe than sorry!

How to Enable Registry & Task Manager in Windows Xp?

after affecting by some trojen viruses my windows registry %26 task manager is disabled i am using avast antivirus n i couldnot run regedit n task manager is n way is there to anable without formatting or reinstalling it

any genius is there to solve this problem?

How to Enable Registry %26 Task Manager in Windows Xp?virus removal

Have you tried going to

Start

Run

Msconfig (type msconfig)

Go to the last tab and clear out all of the checks except avira.

Restart the computer

Or use Hijackthis

or

Maruriwebpages.com Say your from yahoo answers and i'll fix it for free. Need good publicity.

How to Enable Registry %26 Task Manager in Windows Xp?anti virus protection

GO TO

Start/Run/ type regedit, msconfig.

ALSO Get AVG FREE it's better than AVAST
yes
just click right and go to tm/adjust accordingly
Try open this page
Ok this should fix you if the above does not work.

1. Enable regedit, cut and paste the following into notepad and save as a .reg file, then execute it. Now reboot and regeit should work.

REGEDIT4

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software

\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion

\Policies\System]

"DisableRegistryTools"=dword:00000000

What is the best antivirus (and preferably free) right now?

I has tried some title of Antivirus product, some of them is freeware also. When I tried the Antiviruses, I found out that it's not always freeware Antivirus is a bad product, and vice versa. Right now, the Antivirus I currently using is Avast! Antivirus home edition. Just want to get opinion about what Antivirus is the best right now to fight those pesky virus out there? I have read many sites that doing Antivirus "benchmarking", but I found a very different result in each sites (different sites = very different results). So I can't get any conclusion from those websites. Can you share your experience from using Antivirus?

What is the best antivirus (and preferably free) right now?virus scan

AVAST http://www.avast.com/

im using avast in more than 70 computers and i dont have the problems that i had with norton or mcafee

u can also try avg or antivir

What is the best antivirus (and preferably free) right now?anti virus scan

AVG from www.grisoft.com has been a great use for me until now; I quit buying other ones since 2 years ago. Go for it and choose the free version (it updates dayly if you choose that way!).Only for home use!
AVG
To be honest, the best virus I have ever used is Kaspersky 6.0.

It's supposedly the best on the market, but it's not free.

Does this file look safe?

I downloaded a file of the internet and scanned it.

A-Squared Found nothing

AntiVir Found nothing

ArcaVir Found nothing

Avast Found nothing

AVG Antivirus Found BackDoor.Generic8.SLS

BitDefender Found nothing

ClamAV Found PUA.Packed.TeLock

CPsecure Found nothing

Dr.Web Found nothing

F-Prot Antivirus Found nothing

F-Secure Anti-Virus Found nothing

Fortinet Found nothing

Ikarus Found Win32.SuspectCrc

Kaspersky Anti-Virus Found nothing

NOD32 Found Win32/VB.NDY

Norman Virus Control Found nothing

Panda Antivirus Found Trj/Agent.GPP

Rising Antivirus Found nothing

Sophos Antivirus Found nothing

VirusBuster Found nothing

VBA32 Found Backdoor.Win32.Ciadoor.gn

File Look okay to use?

Does this file look safe?virus scanner

,File Name : serve2r.exe (can't find this exe at all)

File Size : 1311469 byte

File Type : MS-DOS executable (EXE), OS/2 or MS Windows

MD5 : 25a2af7510324dc1a04b32988f68318d

SHA1 : 5c9f659db95a8b52a12a653449ebab95b0b15afa

This is looking like a false positive until you read

the 2nd link and find out malware has entered

like this on previous occasions.

To all intents and purposes it 's a windows exe,

but on balance i would not use.

Is there a virus on my account?

only in my computer account,sometimes when i go in to a website it freezes i close it and use task manager to close it to and it trys to restart the page but the page turns black and uses about a minute to close.If its a virus or something,how do i remove it,because when i run my avast anti virus it doesnt detect any thing.

Is there a virus on my account?virus

try using a different browser..n to use full potential of ur antivirus , use d antivirus program in safe mode .

Restore to fix problem?

twice my p.c,s monitor has just switched off unexpected,once while installing a game and then while doing a virus scan

i have been thinking why this is happening,i have completed a virus scan since and everything is clear,also there is no spyware to report

this problem occured last night around 21-00 hrs,so would a system restore rectify this problem,or should i reinstall my display drivers?

note:since i installed avg,and uninstalled avast there has been no monitor blackouts

cheers

Restore to fix problem?viruses

have a look at you power options in control panel ( turn of monitor )

set it longer or to never

Restore to fix problem?antispam

If you haven't altered anything and you say it's behaving now you may have an intermittent fault with the monitor

Am i right to be concerned about downloading?

i recently downloaded a file from a trusted site,which i thought would be ok to download,but it actually had a virus in its code

i am now very weary about downloading any file,what makes me even more concerned is that i scaned the computer with avg as avast crashed mid scan due to the infection,and after the scan it came back with no problems

2 minutes later my monitor went to sleep,and a restart was required,this was happening every few hours and as it wasnt hardware related it must of been the virus

should i still be concerned about downloading

note:the game i downloaded was "sonic riders"

cheers

Am i right to be concerned about downloading?vista

right click on the desktop and just check your setting incase it they changed maybe the monitor is on turn of every 2 minutes etc .

delete the game if u haven't already done so .

run virus scan again just to be sure

Am i right to be concerned about downloading?antispyware

Go to PC Pitstop.com and download Spyware Doctor. It will do a free scan and show the results. It will delete most of the bugs except the more serious ones....you have to pay to get rid of them!. However, it does work and you will be free of the viruses that the others couldnt get rid of. I know from personal experience. I thought it was con at first and wasted time trying others first. Its only downside is that when you let it run in the background, it slows everything up. You would be better to get it, use it, and then uninstall it. Then, when you need it again, download it once more, put your original serial number in (from first installation)and it will start again.
You would be stupid not to be wary of downloads. Free is not free if it comes with viruses.

Does anyone know a free antivirus with firewall and antispyware software?

which isnt AVG or AVAST

Does anyone know a free antivirus with firewall and antispyware software?windows

Searching for a solution to viruses...

use these, u will never b suffered from viruses or spies..

1. NOD32 is an antivirus

http://www.eset.com/download/index.php

when ur 30 day trial expires.. just reinstall it, it works fine again... i m using its free version from 2 years..

2. Autopatcher.. keeps ur computer update and makes ur security so much tight that u can live without antivirus too...

http://www.autopatcher.com/downloads/

enjoy the virus free digital

Does anyone know a free antivirus with firewall and antispyware software?antivirus download

Hello o.k Firewall use your windows firewall. Click on start, control panel, then click on Security Center, and then turn on your firewall, www.windowsdefender.com. Here are other sites www.filehippo.com, www.thinkgeeks.com,www.download.com,
you can download anti virus from

www.download.com

www.oldversion.com
all need money my dear. or u can just find the crack.
defender, spy-bot, ad-aware, mcafee free, and most other pograms have free, but limited software. most are anti-virus, anti-trojan. avg has a free-period anti-spy for a couple months. also, you can go to ms and get the february malware download. it come out each month and is good for prevention. the windows firewall is ok, but to get everything you may need to purchase a full-blown program. macafee, norton internet 2007, windows live onecare are all rather inexpensive. also, most can be used on two to three different computers for the same price as one. just read the package information to find out how many it can be put on. norton and onecare are for up to three, for one year.

Problems with my computer windows xp?

my computer is running really slow. I already cleaned it at and all that stuff. I have avast and it says no virus. But something isnt right. I dont know how to find adware or spyware, and get rid of it. I have a gaming computer so it is supposed to be very fast, it is but the last 2 days have been terrible programs arent responding, when i click on something it takes forever for it to load. i dont want to take it in on warrenty i want to fix it myself can someone tell me how to fix it myself? thank you

Problems with my computer windows xp?

I would recommend downloading this program:

http://www.ewido.net/en/download/

It is a spyware program that seems to be better than most. I use it to get rid of spyware that spybot or adaware cannot.

I would install it then do the update. After it's complete restart your computer in safemode.

To do this you hit hte F8 key as you restart it should bring up a menu. Select boot into safe mode. Then do a full system scan.

Hope this works good luck!

Problems with my computer windows xp?antivirus downloads

use adaware from download.com

and ccleaner
did you try a disk clean up and disk defrag, and yes you might have spyware, if you doing alot of gaming im sure you do have some
Try emptying all caches and then defragmenting the drive.
Go to the help section and click on troubleshooting. Then, "computer running slow", or "slow response". This should hopefully help you.

Proof that norton and Mcaeffe arent bad?

of course why didnt i think of it? You see AVG and Avast last like 30 days and 90 days and then you need to pay. This is where I think. These free ones are going to say you have viruses and stuff because when it runs out you'll think you're gonno get a virus. Norton and Mcafee and other ones you pay for say you don't have a virus or spyware or internet worm because you DONT! so think about it? the others are tryin 2 make you afraid into buying it so think hope this helps people to protect their computers

Proof that norton and Mcaeffe arent bad?abtuvurys 2005

The whole anti virus thing is a joke! There isnt any one of them free or paid that will detect all viruses and malware! Consider the fact that at least one virus is put on the net per week. It takes them a month to even realize its out there! By the time they see it, its already infected so many people it aint funny! The absolute best virus protection is common sense! If you use file sharing sites, porn sites, etc, youre gonna infect your PC. If you download freeware, you will infest your PC! This crap aint free by any means!

Proof that norton and Mcaeffe arent bad?antivirus programs

First thing, I have been using avast for over a year now and they have never tried to get any money out of me. Next, I would not recommend Norton to anyone. I got norton free with my netzero premium account. I ran it for quite a while without any problems until one day it restarted my computer after downloading updates and my comp would never boot to windows again. My computer had been working and starting fine before those updates. I ended up having to reinstall windows.
not true
Use Mcafee, it takes care of everything but not obtrusively. Norton is a resource hog that leaves viruses and other malicious software that Mcafee detects and cleans without bothering you for a prompt.

As I open any page, it automatically runs down to the end of the page (despite use of antivirus&

I carried out a thorough Virus scan (Avast home user). The problem persisted. Tried isolating the mouse. Installed anti spyware (AD Aware and Spybot) and carried out another scan. The problem continues to persist. I am not sure of whether the problem is with the mouse or due to any software installed.

As I open any page, it automatically runs down to the end of the page (despite use of antivirus%26 spyware)?adware remover

i had been baffled by this same problem a few weeks ago. i just cleaned my keyboard. opened the keyboard, took out all keys then clean. good as new.

As I open any page, it automatically runs down to the end of the page (despite use of antivirus%26 spyware)?antivirus protection

I think it is most likey the mouse. You could try remove the mouse drivers and re-installing them. If you do be careful not to disable it unless you know how to get around windows completely using the keyboard.
I am not entirely sure. But have u checked ur keyboard ?? (maybe a space bar). Just go on MS Word or even notpad and check. I don't think that is something to do with viruses or spyware.
When you unplug the mouse, does the problem stop? Does the mouse use batteries? (ie. is it wireless). Have you changed the batteries lately (weird cursor movement happens to me when the batteries are low).

If it is wireless and the batteries are fine, have you added any other wireless devices to your room lately? A phone? A keyboard?

If it doesn't happen when the mouse is unplugged, you know it's a problem w/ the mouse itself (hardware) or the mouse driver.

Does the scrolling happen no matter what program is open (you mentioned page before, but does it scroll in notepad.exe and/or word etc)?

I have over 700,000 files?

when i do a virus scan using Avast is that more or less then how much you have (it's a 400 gig samsung spinpoint T, altough i've used half the space so far)

I have over 700,000 files?adware

Possible, especially if you are using some big software like photoshop / oracle etc

I have over 700,000 files?antivirus scan

That is a lot, but for that amount of data... it could be right. When I scan my drive it usually runs about 30 minutes and checks nearly 100,000 files. I have around 80 gb or so of actual stuff on my computer...
because u dont delete any file i think

download crapcleaner and run a cleanup

and write all files u dont need to a dvd backup

Should I get Norton Anivirus 2007 or renew my 2005 version?

i have avg free and avast but they dont seem to be protecting me. my subscriton just expired and seems like it slowed down. should i just let avg free protect my computer from viruses.

please what should i do

Should I get Norton Anivirus 2007 or renew my 2005 version?agv

I personally run avg as it updates itself every day and never run's out!

Should I get Norton Anivirus 2007 or renew my 2005 version?antivirus software

Get rid of Norton and stick with the AVG. Here is a good site for helpful information about spyware. You can also download AVG for free if you need an update. http://spyware.dugancom.com/
I recommend AVG free, updates everyday, not intrusive as Norton is. Trying to uninstall Norton is a nightmare.
I do not recommend Norton. I had that and I got several bad viruses. While I had those problems I researched virus and spyware stuff and found only bad things to say about Norton. Now I use Spysweeper for spyware and virus, no problems yet. It was cheap to get both together.

Help with windows vista?

hello there robert m. i hope you get to read this,i tried to download AVG or avast but it would give me approx. downlowd time 4 hours and some min is this normal download speed is approx. 288 kilobites/min ??

Help with windows vista?anti virus protection

Sounds like you are already infected. Re-boot in Safe Mode with Networking. Achieved by pressing F8 continually while booting. Now download again.

wdw

Help with windows vista?antivirus

Read.
no, ur pc is wierd, go back to xp
Hi,

Are you on dial up? That is the only reason for taking so long. If dialup, yes that would be normal. If possible get to a high speed connection to do the download.
sounds like u have a virus. try gettin mcafee. its amazing. i dont have it but my friend, brother, and grandpa do.

What to do when you get a virus?

have done a scan and found six viruses i was able to delete four of them but it wont allow me to delete the other two, what do i do?

Avast is my scanner, and it also wont allow me to move it to virus vault

What to do when you get a virus?anti virus scan

Try running a scan direct from the servers of Trend Micro HouseCall. Open the link I am going to give you. Install the active "X", that is required for the scan as it is safe, and follow the instructions. Complete the entire scan and in the end the virus or viruses will be found and destroyed.

http://housecall65.trendmicro.com/

Minddoctor, France

What to do when you get a virus?ariel

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

p.s. If you run avg it will automatically find and get rid of the virus.
download superantispyware.com it's free better then norton
your virus scanner should be able to remove them for you but if not you can do this

How do i remove ADIR.DLL VIRUS, HELP!!?

i keep getting virus alerts for adir.dll..no matter how much i delete it, i keep on getting it on startup and sometimes my comp suddenly restarts..and i think adir.dll is the cause.

HOW DO I REMOVE IT??

i have strong spyware programs and anti-virus...spyware terminator,spybot,spyware doctor and avast antivirus

How do i remove ADIR.DLL VIRUS, HELP!!?anti virus software

ADir.dll is unsafe to run and should be removed. You can remove it using the program Prevx1 which you can get from here:

http://fileinfo.prevx.com/adware/qq48ee4...

How do i remove ADIR.DLL VIRUS, HELP!!?aurora

listen i can help you ok email me at avrabinworks@hotmail.com

trust me ive been working on this
Summary of ADIR.DLL

Trojan.Downloader-ADir/TaskDir.Process

Company Information

Unknown

Description of ADIR.DLL

Trojan.Downloader-ADir/TaskDir.Process

Trojans are programs that can appear to serve a legitimate purpose but actually have an unwanted or harmful effect.

A large segment of trojan programs download other harmful software components to a user's PC without his/her knowledge.

This application is most likely downloaded and installed by another application that is considered to be adware or spyware.

Threat Level (1-10)

My desktop icons and and start menu disappears in 5 seconds and shows again and it keep reapating al

I already tried to find viruses (Avast Professional 4.7) and to run explorer from task manager and I rebooted computer many times. Also, I reinstalled service pack 2, run Smart Doctor...

Nothing helped!

Please help me to solve the problem.

Thank you.

My desktop icons and and start menu disappears in 5 seconds and shows again and it keep reapating all the timeanti virus

Have you tried to run anti-spyware programs?? download and install:

- Spybot search and destroy

- AVG Anti-Spyware

After installing, update immediately and reboot your windows to "Safe Mode" and run both programs to scan your computer. If that still does not work, then somebody needs to find out whats running on the background.

Download Hijackthis and run it..Do a "system Scan and create a report" and post your problem at Castlecops.

My desktop icons and and start menu disappears in 5 seconds and shows again and it keep reapating all the timeauto protect

Try this.Dont know exactly.May be the fan inside the system gets heated up.so make it cool by not using it for sometime.

Does my computer has good spyware protection and is Spyware Doctor good?

I have Ad-Aware, Spybot, Windows Defender, and HijackThis. For anti-rootkit, AVG Anti-Rootkit. For antivirus, avast!. Can I download AVG Anti-Spyware or Spyware Doctor. Spyware Doctor is shareware and I don't money to buy the license for the software. If I install one more, does it make my computer slow down or crash or anti-spyware fight with each other like antivirus.

I heard I can Install 4 or 5 anti-spyware software to fight the bad spyware. What the good or best choice?

Does my computer has good spyware protection and is Spyware Doctor good?antispam

that doctor stuff sucked for me

Does my computer has good spyware protection and is Spyware Doctor good?avast

get rid of windows defender and hijack this and use avg antispy
I think you've got too much. Switch to just Spyware Doctor and Spybot-Search and Destroy. These programs are the best anti-spyware programs out there, in my opinion (and they're free). As for anti-virus, try switching to AVG. AVG is a lot more efficient and more user-friendly.

AVG: http://free.grisoft.com

Spybot-Search and Destroy: http://www.safer-networking.org

Why does Yahoo have to use such a boondoggle of an anti-virus program. And why did they change it?

I recently installed the new Yahoo Nortan anti-virus suite. It took me almost 2 hours to run the install. Then I did the updates. That took another hour and a half. All told it took me 3 1/2 hours, 3 reboots, and a heap of agravation. All that I could deal with but I suddenly noticed random lockups in IE and other programs. Also Norton is a known resource hog and the Yahoo version is not much better. It slowed down my system noticably.

I deleted the stuff and installed Avast. It took less than 5 minutes and only 1 reboot with the same amount of protection.

Why did Yahoo drop CA and go with Norton, an inferior product?

Why does Yahoo have to use such a boondoggle of an anti-virus program. And why did they change it?antispyware

My guess would be price, Norton probably asked for less.

Norton and Symantec suck. When a product's own uninstall program can't clean up after itself to the extent that you have to manually mess with your Windows registry to remove all its bits and pieces, you know you're dealing with a crappy product.

I think my computer has spywares/adwares...?

...because when I visit specific websites (like www.avast.com, www.youtube.com and more) it always redirects to www.spywaresheriff.com. I've already cleaned my computer from spywares and adwares and viruses too. What should I do to stop this? Is there something I need to reset on my computer? Help! Give me full instructions!

I think my computer has spywares/adwares...?antivirus download

OK, don't panic!

First, you will need to get some software programs to help you. They are free for personal use.

Anti-Spyware Software

鈥?CWShredder - You can find it at [www.trendmicro.com]

鈥?Lavasoft's Ad-Aware - You can find it at [www.lavasoftusa.com]

鈥?Spybot S%26D - You can find it at [www.spybot.info]

鈥?AVG AntiSpyware - You can find it at [free.grisoft.com] / [www.ewido.net]

Anti-Virus Software

Download each of the above programs and then install them. After you install them, you MUST update them so you will have the latest protection. There is one small exception: CWShredder is a stand-alone program that doesn't need to be installed, but you do need to have it check for an update to ensure that you have the latest version. If you don't update these programs and you are infected with the latest parasites, you will not be able to effectively detect and clean them from your computer, so remember to update, update, update.

Trojan Help?

Avast keeps detecting a trojan called Win32:agent-hkj, which keeps infecting my C:\WINNT\retadpu77.exe file and I can't seem to get rid of it. Every time I remove the file, it gets created and infected again.

How can I get rid of this?

Trojan Help?antivirus downloads

I just downloaded something called SUPERAntiSpyWare and it is working so far. If any one else has any experience with this please comment. Thanks! ( I am still waiting for it to not work)

Trojan Help?cafe racer

Yeah, mine is still working too, i still don't believe it! I thought I would never get rid of those damn pop-ups. i'm glad i could help. Report It


Google that trojan with the words removal or remove or manual removal etc etc

Had that problem many many times.... find out as much info as you can on what type of trojan it is and what it actually does... it might be recreating itself after you do something... like delete... but there could be a way around it

Good Luck!
This is the second question like this I have seen. You all are scaring me. I am depending on Avast to keep things like this off my computer. If I get infected, I will go to sandboxie.

Could it be located in your startup processes? If so, get rid of it there. Or does it appear between bootups. If so, Google it and get complete instructions on how to get rid of it.
Scanners for nasties work best if you're in safe mode - there are less things running.

Virus????????????

i got this virus called deflib.dll something and my antivirus pop up always show it and then freeze!!!! i got avast 4.7 home edition and i tryed to delete it in safe mode and i did it succesfully but when i restart and in normal mode IT pops up again!!!!!!!!!! cant delete it at allllllllllll what to dooooooooooo HELP!!

Virus????????????antivirus programs

I would personally recommend AVG but that is just me...I have had no trouble with that at all!!!

Virus????????????computer protection

try runnin the antivirus in safe mode, and also, make sure it is actually freezing, some times the computer will stop, continue processing and make the illusion that it is frozen, somtimes even say "not responding" leave it a while, if not u might have to reboot so back up all ur files in safe mode and be careful nit to back up hidden files of the virus.
it has put a restore in your registry. i suggest uninstalling the avast and downloading the free ESET nod.....the best virus software available. it will take care of it
Most likely that .dll file is only 1 symptom of the malware. So you deleting the file won't do any good because the malware is still there and just respawning it on reboot.

As a security professional I absolutely never recommend the use of freeware... so perhaps that is part of your problem.

Anti virus security provided by yahoo?

i already have avast antivirus software installed. will there be a conflict if i install the free inti virus provided by yahoo? (Norton Security)

Anti virus security provided by yahoo?antivirus protection

Never install more than one antivirus program on your pc, there is a high likelihood the two will conflict. And instead of increasing your protection you are likely diminishing it. Just use Avast and forget Norton.

Anti virus security provided by yahoo?computer repair

dont run 2 .. and for damn sure dont put norton on your system ...is a piece of crap!!!!!!

My computer monitor settings are been displayed automatically. Why?

I have an HCL Monitor which is HCM780M 17 inch monitor. Without I press the monitor setings button in the monitor, the monitor settings menu is displaying automatically. It displays for few seconds and then goes off. Then again it automatically displays and goes off. Why this happens? I am not able to work with this problem.

I sent my whole computer(CPU. Monitor, Mouse, Keyboeard etc..) to my brothers house which is 450KM away from my home. I sent it through parcel service. Only after this transfer, this problem is arrised. will the travel be a cause of this issue? or some viruses? i ran the virus scan and didnt find any virus.I have Avast anti-virus software. If someone helps me on this, i will be very thankful to them. can anyone help with the correct reason? I can send the video of the monitor activities if someone can give me your email id.

My computer monitor settings are been displayed automatically. Why?antivirus scan

try this, press several time button (menu button like +,-, menu) not the power.

i think your menu button stuck (always pressing). May be during you trunsfer or moving your monitor, it pressed with something and stuck there. try several time to release it.

My computer monitor settings are been displayed automatically. Why?computer security

Monitor setting are displayed automatically means a control IC in monitor got damaged.

You have to replace the control IC.

Control IC cost you around Rs.500 and including service charge

you may need to spend Rs.700 to correct the problem. Report It

What do you think of the POTC AWE trailer?

Arrr, ye pirates will know what the acronyms stand for! Avast thee, I think this is AWEsome! Give ye own opinions and I'll give ye some treasure! One-word answerers shall walk the plank or sink to Davy Jones locker! Shiver me timbers!

What do you think of the POTC AWE trailer?antivirus software

I LOVED IT!

What do you think of the POTC AWE trailer?computer virus

it was really bootleg i could hear people coughing and walking across the camera

Should i get antispywear?

hey i've got a loptop and have avast antivirus and zonealarm firewall. should i get and antispywear? if so which one should i get thats free AND GOOD!!!

Should i get antispywear?antivirus

spybot search %26 destroy- addaware se 2007- super anti spyware. all 3 very good and needed. no one tool finds all malware so best to have more than one. but remember never run more than one anti virus tool at a time because they will conflick. but you can run as many spyware tools as you like. all can be downloaded free here http://www.pcworld.com I also recomend this free tool for all to have. http://www.iobit.com it will keep your pc fast and crash free. good luck.

Should i get antispywear?computer

there's one called Spybot search %26 destroy that's pretty good. Give it a try.
Go to www.download.com and find which ever antisoftware you like best and download it for free.
Spybot search and destroy and AdAware are two of the most frequently recommended choices, and are free.
Here are some free antispyware products. Personally I like SuperAntispyware. You can also use a spyware blocker as well. SpywareBlaster is a good tool.

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Spyware Blocker

This is free and requires you to check for and enable updates manually once a week or so. It uses no system resources. It blocks spyware before it installs.

I am about to go to sleep, and i have disk defragmenter on...?

I don't want to keep my computer on, because it'll consume much energy... what can I do to make sure my computer only uses very short energy througout the night. The defragmenter is taking a long time. Off topic but: my computer has 159 gb left and my ram is 960 mb. ive disk cleaned it and did my virus thingy avast home edition, and did ad aware. MY virus thingy freezes over time. And my computer has all of a sudden gotten MUCH SLOWER!!!! then b4 and i only bought it like 5 or 6 months ago. I have a dsl broadband router. PLEASE HELP... ALSO... SUGGESTIONS

I am about to go to sleep, and i have disk defragmenter on...?ariel

Unfortunately there isn't much you can do to lower the power consumption during a deframent. It will need all the resources. Turn off your monitor and speakers. I would just leave it on.

I highly recommend you try AVG anti virus, there is a free edition, and its one of the best anti viruses I've seen. You may have a piece of software hogging resorces. Press CTRL + ALT + DEL and go to the processes tab and look and see if there is a process thats taking up a lot of CPU or Mem Usage. You might be able to track down the program.

Try closing unnecessary programs too. If you have a lot opening at once it will slow things down.

I am about to go to sleep, and i have disk defragmenter on...?computers

Can i scan my whole computer?

i wanna scan my whole computer for virus's is there anyway i can do that? i use avast antivirus.

Can i scan my whole computer?aurora

http://www.cpals.com/avast_01.html

instructions here

Can i scan my whole computer?download

Do an online scan to check for and remove viruses

http://onecare.live.com/site/en-us/defau...

or

Trend Micro - Free online virus Scan (takes a long time but more comprehensive.Install all the updates the scanner tell you to install)

http://housecall65.trendmicro.com/

If you do not have firefox get it now and use it instead of internet explorer so you dont get any more spyware http://securitynewsfromthenet.blogspot.c...
It shows you what to do in simple user interface. Just click local disks...choose thorough scan and tick scan for archives. Simple!

My norton is up in 20 days?

i want to install avast,do i have to uninstall norton before downloading or will i be able just to go ahead and install my new virus protection

My norton is up in 20 days?auto protect

You should remove norton first. They have a free tool to do this for you.

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

It is very simple just a few clicks.

My norton is up in 20 days?downloads

you could probably just install the new software.. remove Norton after.
Its a good idea to uninstall Norton due to the fact that some other antivirus softwares do not cooperate with previous versions of antivirus software.
you can disable it first then download the new one. delete it after that.

That's what I did.
Yes make sure you only have one antivirus program, otherwise they start colliding.
you need to uninstall norton before you install avast,to do this go to start%26gt;control panel%26gt;add/remove programs%26gt;and remove all entries for norton anti-virus,a restart will be required to complete uninstallation

avast is very easy to install,it needs to be registered free within 60 days but will run in demo mode until then,to register use the link in the program

whatever you do ,dont use avast while you still have norton on your hard drive(registered or not)as any more than one anti-virus on a p.c can cause serious problems and in certain senario,s can fatally crash your p.c(to such a extent that you would need to format your drive and reinstall your operating system)

Weird Crashing Error - Maybe Mobo? Please Read.?

Hello. I am fixing my brother-in-law's computer that my OTHER brother-in-law built with all kinds of stupid hacked beta versions of windows, etc...

- I did a clean install of a legit Windows 2K on a new harddrive.

- Because I didn't make the computer, I dont know what kind of MOBO it is. It has an onboard ethernet connection. I couldn't get it to work, so I put in a PCI ethernet card and installed the drivers and I am able to connect online

- Computer is running a GeForce FX 5700 LE video card. I DL'd the drivers, installed it.

- I downloaded and installed Firefox.

- DL'd Avast! Antivirus and ran it, did a boot scan, etc... no problems.

- I did this whole process TWICE to rule out a bad install of the OS

When I open up IE or Firefox and resize the window or attempt to generally move around, SOMETIMES it will throw an iexplorer.exe error. Sometimes it will simply crash the computer all together and force it to restart. All fans are working.

Suggestions? Or is it a lost cause?

Weird Crashing Error - Maybe Mobo? Please Read.?avast

probably a weak power supply....that or the ram is bad....

If you have an extra ram module you can pop in there to rule out ram, that will help narrow the search....

Weird Crashing Error - Maybe Mobo? Please Read.?ducati

Why don't you download a free program that tells you ALL the info about your computer? Here's that link. http://search.yahoo.com/search?p=belarc+... I find it extremely helpful in situations such as yours.
As you mentioned that the mobo had an integrated ethernet connection and above that you installed a PCI ethernet card that might be the reason try disabling the onboard ethernet connection by going to BIOS and disabling it...bcoz it seems that it is not disabled and causing a conflict...Try this out..

Free antivirus for Vista?

Is there an free antivirus compatible with vista business, I had 'avast' but it doesn't seem to be compatible...please help

Free antivirus for Vista?best antivirus software

You don't get anything for nothing, it's a scam do not answer do not give personal information.The following sites give more information.

www.scambusters-419.co.uk

www.truthorfiction.com

.Also If you go to the following link you will get some info on ID theft www.identity-theft.org.uk the iinternet is safe enough if you are careful but please answer nothing that you are doubtful about.Good Luck and be careful.

Free antivirus for Vista?firewall

AVG should be
try clamwin http://www.clamwin.com/
AVG Anti virus and McAfee virus scan Plus 2007 are supposed to help a lot.check out

http://blog.360.yahoo.com/blog-sAFtLsc8e... for more details.
http://www.grisoft.com/
Go to http://www.filehippo.com and there is a list of free anti-virus programs also you could try the vista website to see what they suggest.
For your anti-virus needs, I would suggest Avira AntiVir庐 PersonalEdition Classic. It has excellent heuristics, a virus detection rate that is better than most "paid-for" anti-virus programs and is light on using your computer's resources. Uses less then 10 MB RAM on my machine. And did I mention that it's free for life! Works great on my Vista box, too.

Download here:

http://www.free-av.com/

BTW, Avoid the free version of an anti-virus called AVG, it has horrible virus detection capibilities.

Enjoy!
AVG free from http://free.grisoft.com. They also have free anti-spyware, but you can also get spyware doctor from google updater.

Should I keep 3 antivirus in my computer or just one?

I have 3 antivirus in my computer. Norton, Avast and Avg. Do they conflict with each other? Can they even cause problem for my system? If so which one do you guys think I should I keep?

Should I keep 3 antivirus in my computer or just one?bmw

Yikes, I'd stick with one. If you've got norton, ditch the others, they are not nearly as good anyway. They can definitely conflict.

Better yet, let norton expire and get kaspersky. Norton is famous for being a big system hog.

Keep one regcleaner, and make it ccleaner. It's free, the safest, most conservative one.

You don't need to go nuts cleaning that up anyway, it's just full of tiny files that are causing no harm 99.9% of the time.

Should I keep 3 antivirus in my computer or just one?free adware remover

They conflict with each other, so I don't suggest having 3 antiviruses
1 only
I really believ one anti virus is enough but please dump avg and avast especialy they are not very effective norton maybe a resource hog and a pain but its very effective if you can put up with nortons BS i use nod32 and have done quite a bit of research before i got it and WOW very small download about 15mb and maybe 18 because of updates but no more viruses for me none at all and i have downloaded some very malicious stuff it was able to remove. i have used avg,avast,avira,panda,norton and macaffe and so far kapersky and nod32 are my favorite they al have highest consumer rating for detection rates and for how easy it is to use.
Nortons! Get rid of it. I had a new laptop and withing 3 days I had to wipe my pc because of Nortons destroyed my Internet and my system restore. I have Avg. its ok.
I have used AVG Anti Virus, Zone Alarm Firewall, Spy-bot Search and Destroy and Ad Aware both spyware killers for years. They are all free for personal use and I have had no trouble with Viruses Trojans etc. AVG does not slow the system down as much as some other products and Zone Alarm allows a lot of personal configuration unlike the Windows Firewall. They can all be downloaded from the following linkhttp://www.computeractive.co.uk/. On the home page select downloads and then the appropriate category.I also use Windows Defender from the Microsoft site. It is safe to use two anti-spy products but never use more than one A/V as it can cause conflicts. You should run A/V and anti spy weekly. Hope this helps
I've actually seen where if you have multiple antivirus programs on your system, it can break them all and actually create more holes in your system than if you didn't have any.

Virus Win 32 or something else?

I have reserrected an old computer (4 years ols) by having more memory and XP put on.

The PC previously had AVG on (via dial up) and when connected to Bband I thought it would automatically update. However the version is out of date and not supported. I cannot remove it for some reason although I have done this via control panel (add/remove progs) nor can I download a fresh version as it keeps taking me back to the old registration page with the old number. Anyway it just will not up date. So I put avast on and ran it. This told me I have Win32. I ran PC doctor and this told me something else. What can I believe. How can I clean the machine and be sure it is clean.

Access to internet is limited on this machine but I do have access via another machine. Is there something I can do whilst off line? Can I load something onto a disc maybe, from the one machine and run it on the infected one?

If I buy, say, norton, will that detect and clean and protect in future.

Jan

Virus Win 32 or something else?cafe racer

I would do a free online scan at the link below.

This link (program) is reliable.

AVG is not a very good AV program therefore when it was running it would of missed a lot of viruses.

As for removing the old AVG try downloading %26 using a program like Hijackthis.

If your looking for a good AV program for the future, the best free one at the moment is the AOL one which is Kaspersky %26 if you wish to pay for the best then Nod32 is the answer.

What's a good free anti virus system to go with a sony vaio?

I had Norton but it has expired and as my vaio is a new model some anti virus systems will not work with it. I gave Avast a go but after downloading it, it said it will not work with my model.

I have a CR13L and I'm a bit unlucky when it comes to getting a virus or 10. If anyone knows of an anti virus programe that will fit well with my laptop please send me a link and any info you think I may need. Thanks^.^

What's a good free anti virus system to go with a sony vaio?computer repair

AVG Antivirus, this is the first antivirus software that I have used, because it's free. But it's not that powerful compared to other programs available. It detects virus, but its virus database is not that vast. It cannot detect other trojans, worms, and other viruses that can be detected by other antivirus software.

What's a good free anti virus system to go with a sony vaio?free antivirus

go here, avg is a good, reliable, also free anti-virus, updates r free and i use avg. i don't like mcafee or norton, they slow down the computer.
Have you tried AVG for Free?
AVG has a free download and updates. Pretty good if you don't want to dish out more $$ for McAfee (my preferred anti virus - I'm a Norton hater!).

Try the grissoft website at: free.grisoft.com.

Good luck!!

Best Antivirus Program For Win XP Home?

I seem to have a lot of trouble with getting trojans, viruses, etc. Most of the time my antivirus I use now (avast! home) will catch these things, but sometimes it won't.

I tend to download a LOT of content from torrents, like movies, tv shows, music and applications (to test to see if I want to buy them)

I suspect (more like assume) this is where they come from.

What do you all use for antivirus software and what in your opinion is the best one out there? I will buy it because I am getting sick of having to format my drive every few months because my virus program can detect the problems, but can't seem to fix them.

Thanks!

Best Antivirus Program For Win XP Home?computer security

The top virus detection rates of anti-virus programs from a recent test at www.virus.gr

Free programs are noted.

1. Kaspersky version 6.0.0.303 - 99.62%

2. Active Virus Shield by AOL version 6.0.0.299 - 99.62% *(FREE)*

3. F-Secure 2006 version 6.12.90 - 96.86%

4. BitDefender Professional version 9 - 96.63%

5. CyberScrub version 1.0 - 95.98%

6. eScan version 8.0.671.1 - 95.82%

7. BitDefender freeware version 8.0.202 - 95.57% *(FREE)* On Demand scanner only. No real-time,resident protection.

8. BullGuard version 6.1 - 95.57%

9. AntiVir Premium version 7.01.01.02 - 95.45%

10. Nod32 version 2.51.30 - 95.14%

Which of the following cost more?

this is an antivirus question

soooooo which antivirus costs more

(if possible give me all prices plz)

A.) Norton

B.)McAfee

C.) Kaspersky

D.) AVG

E.) Avast

F.) Trendmicro

plz help out this is for a extreme test grade in our skool

Which of the following cost more?computer virus

You answer is right here, bud:

http://www.pcworld.com/product/testrepor...

Good luck.

Which of the following cost more?free spyware remover

This is almost impossible to answer, considering we don't know what version you are talking about.
Bittorrent says they all cost the same *wink wink*
they are all free from bit torrents
go and check them all on the web and you will have your answear and proff, print them out for school.
i kno norton is alot and mcafee is fairly priced, but mabe u shud google this or check amazon, best buy, or watever?

My computer is infected. The name of the virus is Win32:Agent-LNK Wrm.Please help?

U know that I've answered many of ur queries.But now I am in danger.MCAFFEE NORTON AVAST etc antiviruses, many anti spywares and anti rootkites has detected it,in C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\smtpdrv.sys , and deleted the file smtpdrv.sys successfully.But in the next system reboot whenever internet is connected the file came back.As a result many emails[spams] r send to different addresses, and my network usage is incrasing.The simplest of all answers is to format my pc,but believe me i am not in a condition to do that in which case i will lose many vaable data.Also my printer is printing the document proprties like file name,path,owner,total editing time,time of printing etc. before printing the document.Are both the problems interrelated?Please let me solve both problems by answering as quickly as possible.Otherwise it will be too let.help!!!please........

My computer is infected. The name of the virus is Win32:Agent-LNK Wrm.Please help?computer

This is a Malware Removal guide for XP Home or XP Pro:

Enable viewing of hidden files, system files and file extensions

Some programs hide themselves by making their files invisible in normal Windows settings.

Not doing this would allow file extensions commonly used by trojans and spyware to be hidden, for example a file ending in .exe or dll making manually

finding it, if needed, difficult to impossible. To do this go to My Documents and click on the Tools menu and then click on folder options. Click the "VIEW"

My download speed dropped and i need help?

my original download speed was 600kb/s. now its a rough 65kb/s. i have Comcast. i used mcafee but i figured that was the issue and uninstalled it. that didnt fix my problem. im using avast right now and is till have slow speed. streaming videos from youtube has also gotten slower for me too

i called comcast up and thy said my modem is fine. im not on a router either. they said they can send a technician over but if its my problem (computer) i'll be charged. can anyone give me tips to see if this can be my computer's fault?

and RAM shouldnt be involved in this as my friend has the same RAM as me (512) and his speed is still good. every program: limewire, utorrent, and direct downloads, are all slow now... this really pisses me off.... i've delt with this for over 3 months and now i cant deal with it so can anyone please help?

My download speed dropped and i need help?computers

it's pretty well documented that comcast has recently been throttling p2p traffic as soon as it's detected. mostly with bittorent file transfers and seeding but the others are effected too.

the two main ways to get around this is FORCED encryption and randomized ports. easy to set on utorrent. i don't know about limewire and napster like protocols.

My download speed dropped and i need help?hijack this

Do you have a enough bandwidth? Best Buy has bandwidth on sale for $9.99 a square foot.
well, sometimes when you go over your download limit, your broadband company will sometimes choke your download speed or charge you extra per mb you go over.

that's your problem, wait until the next month and you'll have your broadband back to full speed!
depends on the seeders?

sometimes u have to increase the upload speed either so that your download speed will increase. u should be grateful that it runs 600kb/s. In my country, the max it runs is 50kb/s. :(

I have another unremovable virus?

i had posted a query for anti-virus software a couple of days ago when i got a really bad one, it had come from downloading what was supposed to be an activeX for watching a video, my question was answered by some very helpful people who told me that 'superantispyware'(SAS) and/or 'smitfraudfix' was the solution, the combination worked, and all the infected files have been removed save one, but now there is another problem, whenever i search anything in my IE or Firefox google toolbars in the top right, half of the time it return search results for 'sex' i scanned my computer thoroughly using uptodate avast and SAS, and it is clean, i deleted firefox, cleared all temp files, downloaded and installed a newer version from a new setup file, but still the problem persists can you please help me, if the people who helped me earlier have more suggestions, i would appreciate it

I have another unremovable virus?download

I use AVG, Ad-Aware and Spybot Search and Destroy. It is always good to have a mixture of programs because while none are perfect, you can keep your system clean with a few. The ones I use are all free.

http://www.download.com/3640-2239_4-1078...

http://www.download.com/3000-8022_4-1076...

http://www.spybot.com/en/index.html

If you don鈥檛 want to download, try running some of these online scans. Online scans allow you the privilege of cleaning your system when a virus will not let you run you protection. Find them here:

Can i download any drivers for my friends computer?

I have run Avast Antivirus CD on my friends computer, and it found a Trojan horse, it asked me if I would like to delete, so I did, the mouse and the keyboard are know frozen, I have tried everything in the past couple of days, and getting the same result's, I have tried to download the logic drivers for the mouse and keyboard, from CD, but obviously the Software asks for a specific download location folder, obviously the mouse and the keyboard are frozen, so I can't go any further, I think when I deleted that so and so horse, it also took something else,? drivers? so is there such a thing as a self application driver download for this computer, I know what your thinking, throw it in the skip...........( this will not defeat us humans, humans or computers,? I can hear the sound of terminators as we speak lol

P.S. He has Windows XP and can't find his backup discs........................I Know it's a shot in the dark ...........but their are some clever people around today, obviously

Can i download any drivers for my friends computer?downloads

If you go to the web site of your computer, put in the model number and product number, it will give you the drivers for your computer to download.

That's what I do with my hp computer.

Can i download any drivers for my friends computer?house call

Are either working outside of windows? Can you enter the bios?

Try booting in safe mode? (press f8 after POST before windows loads) If it doesn't work, try pugging in a different type of keyboard or mouse.

Mouse and keyboard are plug and play, and don't really need an external driver.