Need a fix for XP's Auto-hide Task-bar?

OK, I was a tech for several years and have forgotten more than I can remember, so please no answers like 'rt click start button %26gt; properties %26gt;...' already done... already set prog's so theuy should 'duck down' behind taskbar etc...

So here's the problem: task-bar hides but when cursor is moved to bottom of page to unhide/reveal it doesn't work... the only thing I can do is use the 'MicrOCrap' key to unhide it... This happens with all of my usual programs so I figure I must have a registry key that has been dropped or has been altered... no virus to date since this machine was built (Avast is the greatest!)... Any ideaz, this one is stumping me and I know it must be really simply stupid...

Some days I wish I had swam upstream 20 yrs ago and followed the apple :- /

Need a fix for XP's Auto-hide Task-bar?norton ghost

I think I have the same problem. None of these answers worked for you huh?

Need a fix for XP's Auto-hide Task-bar?software

Taskbar Activate, I'll look into it. I had to keep setting that auto-hide over and over again, and eventually it stuck, but only for like 3/4 reboots and then I'd have to do it again. Thanx for the tip! If I find a better answer, I'll try and let you know. Report It

What is WRONG with my computer & desktop?? Is it a virus??!?

Okay, so I am assuming I have a virus. For some reason, I cannot put anything on my desktop besides a plain color. I cannot right click and put a picture on the desktop, nor can I go to display and change the settings. It won't even let me click on the desktop pic's when I go to Display. I downloaded Avast! a while ago and it did not help.. I think it just made it worse. I am running AVG on my computer now, but it's almost done and no threats are coming up. What do you think can be wrong with it? Is it a virus or did I just change a setting on my computer somehow? Someone please help me, it is driving me nuts, and if its a virus I want to try to get rid of it ASAP. Any suggestions????

What is WRONG with my computer %26 desktop?? Is it a virus??!?norton internet security 2008

Sounds like your desktop has been hijacked by a virus. I too had this happen. My suggestion is to have hard drive wiped and then reinstall the windows again. This worked perfect for me.

What is WRONG with my computer %26 desktop?? Is it a virus??!?spyware removal

it is a virus!! obvious.Try MCafee or norton antivirus
Yes your desktop has been hijacked as one the people mentioned before. But virus dont have that capability. Virus only disrupt and replicate. Thats it!.I think its always interesting that people recommend anti-virus software for spyware. The is not the proper way to approach spyware. Anti-virus and spyware are separate technologies. Yes, anti-virus programs can remove some spyware if the signatures have been added to the data base. This is a backward and late process. Spyware is the biggest threat to your PC. So, you need software that is updated daily. Do a scan with a reputable anti-spyware product, like spysweeper. a if it pulls up a spyware with a few names. Thats your problem. Hope this helps :)

http://www.delete-computer-history.com/b...
yup, your desktop has been hijacked...use control panel to access the display properties and turn off active desktop or cutomize your desktop not to display any webpage on your desktop...then perform a scan using spyware removal sw....

hope this helps

Why won't my browser connect?

Every time I try to open my internet browser, it won't connect to any site. It says Firefox is unable to connect to whatever site. Its weird because when I restart my computer it works for like 5 minutes then it will give the error page suddenly. Its not just firefox either, IE and Opera also don't work. I know its not the internet connection itself because yahoo messenger and various other applications work with the internet. Also I ran a full boot avast anti-virus, it found multiple trojans and stuff, I deleted them and the problem still persists.

Why won't my browser connect?norton internet security

Try scanning your pc for viruses in safe mode (reboot %26 press f8 repeatedly till it gives you the boot option screen). Also make sure to look up the viruses you found to make sure that you remove all traces of them. Some viruses/trojans leave traces of themselves behind %26 your virus protection doesn't remove all of the infection. Virus protection sites usually give a detailed profile of the virus %26 and it's characteristics and how to completely remove all traces.

You also might want to check your firewall, it might be blocking the http port because the nasties are trying to phone home.

Why won't my browser connect?spyware remove

Try to ping the website from the dos prompt

Ex : ping yahoo.com

If you get the reply problem with your browser otherwise reinstall your windows..........
Try going into ''Internet options'' in the control panel and clearing your history,temporary files(check box for offline) and cookies.Click ''OK'' to close the window.Try again.
Try reinstall your browser or download the virus removal tools from other PC/Laptop to clean again. Some virus or worm will actually alter your windows registry files or other library files. By deleting the virus or quarantine it will not help sometime.

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Today I opened an email from classmates.com and got a Trojan. My defenses alerted me to it, it flash

twice and I have not seen it since. I updated and ran Avast, AdAware Personal, Spybot, Superantispyware, and CCleaner.They all came up empty.

Has the trojan been eliminated or is it hiding somewhere?If it is hiding what else can I do to find it?

Also Microsoft firewall and a hardware firewall in a router are in place.

Today I opened an email from classmates.com and got a Trojan. My defenses alerted me to it, it flashed?norton

If everything signals all-clear and the defenses spotted it in the first place, I'd breathe a tentative sigh of relief.

Installing two or more virus protections on my PC?

What are the advantages/disadvantages, if there are any.

I have avg, avast and mcafee installed on my PC and they are all free editions.

Installing two or more virus protections on my PC?nortonantivirus

there's a lot of conflict if you have two or more anti-virus softwares in your pc and in most cases they contradict rather than give you better protection. they also slows down your computer a lot since they are all programmed to run at startup. instead of three, just have an updated one.

Installing two or more virus protections on my PC?spyware

You don't ever want to install two antivirus programs. You will have serious conflict with your system. You can install three or four antispyware without conflict as one will find what the others miss. Just have the resources for the software.

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Any virus protections you have in your PC are for free TEMPORARY. You will have to choose one day to buy one.You do not need two anti-virus a good one is enough. Let me tell you that all free editions are not fully protected your PC. They are LIMITED editions. Please,if you think my answer helps you somehow, do not forget to rate it. As Microsoft Office, the anti-virus program allows you between 60 to 90 days of free trial.That is.
will run into conflicts and typically they will battle for resources and cause problems amongst each other. AVG and AVast work well with free editions and mcafee is a good pay for solution. Use 1 solution and preferrably one with firewall included as well
The use of 2 or more anti-virus programs at the same time can cause major conflicts. The 2 scanning engines will fight each other to scan every file that you read, write or execute which can cause a major computer slowdown. For the same reason, using 2 A-Vs can cause you to have less protection from the various malware, not more.

(Using an anti-spyware and a firewall with an anti-virus is good, however and is recommended)

You might consider choosing just one A-V and removing any others. (Keep Avast...hint, hint)
more than one anti virus on your pc is asking for trouble...they're not compatible with each other and will cause conflicts eventually...but you can have more than one anti spyware program installed

Google out of service?

Yesterday I was working and using Google.com all the time. Around 11pm (CT) I try Google for a new search and I couldn't believe that the server was out of service. however, I am still cannot access the Google web site.

Someone is having this problem?

This started yesterday while I was setting up my account at Google AdWords.

I am not getting re-direct for another www or even having pop up screen on my desktop. It's just keep loading loading loading and loading ...

Also, I have installed PC Tools Firewall and !Avast Anti-virus

Google out of service?noton

I dont suppose its an issue with any of the updates you did and NOR the issue with google. Its sometimes the way your browser behaves when you have a disconnectivity of network for a brief moment OR if there is an issue with the cache OR if there were some JRE/Java downloads that happened.

Clear your cache with all the browsers closed. Try again.. It works !!

Google out of service?stinger

maybe it wasnt really google. maybe it was a spam site posing as google.
9:28 central time google workes for me gmail and google maps
Maybe you just have to update your computer.
wtf? im using google right now

your computer just sucks

Im having trouble with downloading things can u help me plz??

i cant download programes such as internet explorer 7, msn messenger or avast!we i try to download it a box shows up saying '' your current security settings do not allow this file to be downloaded'' i have put all the settins back to default so what security settings?? how do i change it??

Im having trouble with downloading things can u help me plz??panda

Default settings are not necessarily low enough for downloading to take place. You need to click Tools %26gt; Internet Options %26gt; Security and make sure the sliders are at the bottom and all cookies are accepted. You can restore it back to how it was once you have downloaded your files.

Im having trouble with downloading things can u help me plz??suzuki

Well it depends what you are using. You should go to your start menu go and find the security programme you have then go on the setting and turn them of or if you are still stuck go on the Microsoft web and ask them! i hope i helped!
go to internet options %26gt; programs...reset web settings...

or

go to advanced tab, select restore defaults.. apply

it should be fine.
try re-booting your pc and then check your security settings again
Sounds like the firewall is blocking them...find your firewall look under settings then add the sites you want to connect with to the allowed list.
haha tube to you too!

My computer is suddenly running sooo slowly?

It just started yesterday. Neither AdAware, Spybot, nor Avast has found anything, in normal or safe mode. I have cleared my cache, including the cookies and temp files in Windows, defragged, and run a disk cleanup. And I haven't downloaded anything lately. What else is there??

I'm running Windows 98 on a Dell with a 56k modem.

My computer is suddenly running sooo slowly?pc security

There seems no problem with usage. The problem with Windows is that it slows down with time.

I am also using Win98 and it has become painfully slow in last few years. Infact, I reformatted it several times and still the problem persists.

The problem is actually with Microsoft, believe me.

My computer is suddenly running sooo slowly?symantic

Trojan horse virus=clean it.
simple through it out of the window
Hold the Ctrl butoon, and while holding it hit the Alt button, and while holding these two buttons down, also hit the Delete button. This will open a window that shows you which APPs and Processes are running, In the Processes tab, if there is something that is taking up a lot of memory in order to run, you can try shutting it down, to see if the computer works faster without it running. (you may get a message saying that if you close this program, other programs may not work )...Don't worry about shutting something down that your not sure of. If you get into trouble, just turn your computer off and reboot. Everything will be returned to normal. In addition, you may try going to your main program menu, and click the program ''Start-up'' if you have it. If there is something there that is starting up when you boot up that you do not need, delete it from the start-up menu. The program will still be there if you need it, it just won't start when you boot up. That way, you may save RAM space, if you do not have a lot of memory, and this may speed up your computer. Generally, slow computers mean you've run out of RAM space, and the computer has to use your hard drive to swap virtual memory. Getting more RAM memory will ALWAYS speed up your computer. Good luck.
Get Windows Xp. It runs faster
time to upgrade!!! try stopping programs from starting up at boot, and programs running in the background..
In addition to your already taken steps like cleaning of cache, etc. also see how much free space is available in your C Drive ( I am assuming that your windows is installaed on C Drive).

I need to know how to remove this?

i need to know how to remove this thing about spyware. I already got avast antivirus and it works. I just wanna remove this.

here is the link:

to the picture of what it looks like:http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m239/...

I need to know how to remove this?photoshop

well.. go to star... control panel.. add and remove -programs... and go to the list when you find the program you want to delete... delete... but check all the component are delete... if you not erase and still in add and remove program let me know and I give another way to erase..

good luck

I need to know how to remove this?symatec

idk, but how did u get it it's cool. i'm on photobucket too.
Go to the start menu - look for control panel- and pick the category that says ADD OR REMOVE FILES- and then look for this spyware program that you have installed on your computer. when you find it, click on remove and then restart your computer. I think everything will be fine after.

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Major Spyware/Virus problems. This is critical my home computer is down. Please help!?

When I boot up my computer and it goes to the password screen a box pops up with ascii characters. The only thing I can do is click ok. If I hold down ctrl+alt+del it flashes back and forth to the blue ''windows is starting up screen''. What it does is change my registry and the file associations so I can't open any programs. This happens in safe mode as well because I still have to put in a password. I can see the icons but not the picture that is supposed to be there and I can't click and open anything.. I can do system restore and that will get me in for a minute, but I have to quickly open any program I wanna use. I ran adaware and trendmicro and avast. I clean it but when I reboot the same thing happens and I have to do system restore again to get back into anything. Every says Fdisk and reformat etc. I got a 200 gig HD and don't want to lose everything, I have no way to back my stuff up until I can get another HD. Please any have the same problem or know how to fix it?

Major Spyware/Virus problems. This is critical my home computer is down. Please help!?pop up blocker

download this great anti-virus http://www.pandasoftware.com/

Major Spyware/Virus problems. This is critical my home computer is down. Please help!?systemworks

Anyone have experience or knowledge of a anti-spyware program called XOFTSPYSE.?

It seems to be returning false information. Saying there is a problem where other checkers return a clean bill of health. Example.

XOFTSPYSE said I had 鈥淏anker BBQ Trojan鈥?located in the Reg at Software/Microsoft/Windows/CurentVersion... = No Close.

Avast, Ad-aware, Spy-Bot, Spyware Doctor all showed clean.

Xoft will not answer my repeated request for informaiton.

Anyone have experience or knowledge of a anti-spyware program called XOFTSPYSE.?product key

Yes, I demanded my money back from them and it took almost two months before I was refunded my money.

I believe the only reason they refunded my money was becasue I told them I was going to run a full page ad about all of their false claims in a major newspaper.

You not only get false/positives, like CWS, Trojans, unknown spyware in registry keys that are not there when searched with regedit. XoftspySe, fails to even find a tracking cookie.

I use three other antispyware programs and I ran http://www.superantispyware.com and with a complete scan found 19 tracking cookies. Ran AdAware Personal Se. http://www.lavasoft.com found 19 tracking cookies. Ran A2Squared Malware, http://www.emsisoft.com Found 19 tracking cookies.

I did not delete them because I wanted to test XOFTSPYSE. When I performed my scan only nine tracking cookies were found. I clicked on removed. Not one of them were removed as stated in the software.

Ran the other two and the nine XOFTSPYSE, found were still there and all the other that were missed.

End results I cleaned them with, Superantispyware.com

If you use your search engine and key in, ''rate antispyware'', you will see they are rated way down on the list.

Support sucks, as it took two months for them to answer the many emails I sent to them. And another two months to tell me they would refund my money.

Minddoctor, France

Help uninstalling Norton 360 - It stops my wireless working?

Hi,

I have windows vista ultimate and I have Norton 360 installed in it, I wanted to switch to Avast as my subscription has run out. When I uninstall my it wireless on my laptop stops working. Does anyone have any ideas? Im using a dell inspiron 640m

Help uninstalling Norton 360 - It stops my wireless working?security

Oh I know what your going through, Norton is Crap

Your gonna have to uninstall it and then go through the registry and look for symantic and delete any occurances

you can use reg edit( start--%26gt;Run----%26gt;regedit)

Norton is very hard to get rid off and will slow your computer down badly.It took me almost 3 days to get that crap off my computer.

We now use an ani Virus called Nod32 it works on 32 and 64 bit systems plus works beautiful with Vista. I think its 30.00 for the year and can be used on 3 computers

http://www.eset.com/

Help uninstalling Norton 360 - It stops my wireless working?trojan

You do not have any proper specifications regarding the exact nature of software conflics which you and your computer are currently facing .How does your Laptop stop working when you uninstalled your IT wireless ??Does the Laptop shut down or Turn off or it simply does not respond to certain applications...I mean..what stops working exactly ?? For example, what are the error messages being displayed on the screen display of your dell Inspiron before you came to the conclusion of uninsalling Norton 360 ?? Any way if you wish to continue and do away with Norton 360 ,then try this; select start %26gt; control Panel, then click%26gt; Add or Remove Progams.under currently installed Progams, Identify [ Norton 360 ] then click Remove and follow the on screen display instructions to complete uninstallation process while I only hope that no Norton 360 registration information / files are missing or have been corrupted otherwise you might need to remove manually. Please restart your computer if promted... to complete the uninstallation..Good luck

How can I get rid of this virus?

It pops up a new tab in my Firefox saying Win Anti Virus Pro 2006 Download!!

I know not to DL it, and I know it's spyware/virus related.

I've ran spybot twice and Avast! twice and Trend Micro once, and i even went into regedit and deleted somethings called Troj_Agent.LNN and .NEV

each time it found something, but it still has not fixed the problem...system restore was turned off btw.

Please help, my computer is running very slow.

How can I get rid of this virus?software

try use BidDefender v10, it might really work cos after uninstall my norton, i found out that my pc hv a trojan! n it(norton) also slows down my system.

Gd luck!

How can I get rid of this virus?vincent

Try this link....

http://www.aceviper.net/WinAntiVirus_Pro...
Start your computer in safe mode, after disconnecting it from the modem line, and then run all your antivirus and anti spyware programs
In case none of the other peoples solutions worked I also had the same problem.

Google 'prevx' and download the free trial, run it, let it update and scan your computer, it should find it then delete it.

Now restart your computer, and if you're strapped for space or no longer have need for prevx you can uninstall it.
Winantivirus and its scam advertising and the other malware (Amaena popups) that is bundled with it, is often caused by the Trojan Vundo, also known as Virtumonde.

IE browser issue: When I type in the letter ';h'; into browser Address window, a porn site a

- - - - -

My roommate used my computer and got it all virused up (not surprising, if u know him)

Anyway, I cleaned them all off--except I don't know how to get rid of what appears to be an extremely persistent virus. This site is really gross; advertising child porn or something like that. I don't want to write it out fully because don't want to advertise it, but it starts with ''http://hardsite.'' and ends with ''.to/''.

I'm a relatively sophisticated user, so I've already tried alot of remedies:

- I've cleared the History, Cookies and Temp Internet files, both in IE and manually.

- I ran an array of anti-spyware programs:

+ SpyBot

+ AdWare

+ Yahoo AntiSpy

- I ran a full deep scan of Avast! AntiVirus.

These steps removed alot of junk, but this site still pops up.

I simply cannot find what is causing this problem to persist. Does anyone know what causes this horrible site to pop up every time I type in the letter ''h''?

Thanks any help u can provide

IE browser issue: When I type in the letter ''h'' into browser Address window, a porn site appears in drop-down.spyware removal

I think i have someting for you in store all u can do is reinstall just internet explorer may be 7 just delete the old explorer and as a matter of fact i wud like to suggest you to use opera as its much protected to virus even if u watch porn movies. hope this is the best answer to ur question vote me

Trojan.spy.Bzub.NGP virus how do i get rid of it?

Avast couldnt do it spyware can't just bought bitdefender- no joy. cant just delet it what do i do?

Trojan.spy.Bzub.NGP virus how do i get rid of it?spyware remove

A hard one to remove - bitdefender are still working on it, I've been told counterspy will remove it - try the free trial:

http://www.buycounterspy.com/trial/

Trojan.spy.Bzub.NGP virus how do i get rid of it?virus protection

Download A Squared free from www.filehippo.com Also go to www.eset.com and download the thirty day trial version of NOD 32 security suite.
Download ''Unlocker'' and try unlocking it.

This may or may not work.

Try multiple trial programs that will help you.

Go to a forum that will personally help you.

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I have a virus, that sends people on my MSN list, a link, and I was how you can get rid of it.?

Hey! Anyways, I have this horrible virus on my computer, that everytime, someone on my msn list, comes on, they get this message from me 鈥渉ey, have you seen this picture of me yet?鈥?and then if they click 鈥渁ccept鈥?it downloads onto their computer, and they end up having the virus. It鈥檚 in zip form. And I have no idea how to stop it. Like I have over 50 people on my list online usually, and they all get it, and I have no idea, how to get rid of it. I have run avast, AVG, all the free online scanners, Spybot, Ad-Ware, Spy Sweeper, ALL OF THEM, and none of them can track the virus down, so any other way?

Btw, can you also give me the NAME of the virus? THANKS!

I have a virus, that sends people on my MSN list, a link, and I was how you can get rid of it.?spyware remover

I have used many antivirus programs including the so called 'free AVG' which does not give maximum stealth.

I found Kaspersky to be the best with their tripple protection layers.

You can buy the latest version here ...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000U81...

Features of Kaspersky Antivirus ...

* Three protection technologies against new and unknown threats: 1) Hourly automated database updates, 2) Preliminary behavior analysis, 3) On-going behavior analysis

* Protection from viruses, Trojans and worms, as well as from spyware and adware

* Real-time scanning for email, Internet traffic and files; protection from viruses when using ICQ and other IM clients; protection from keyloggers, rootkits, and more

Please tell me whether the Free Antivirus Software AVG is no longer available on website?

What is the best alternative for FREE AVG software.? free AVAST or else? Thank you

Please tell me whether the Free Antivirus Software AVG is no longer available on website?spyware

AVG is still available.

Try some of these:

Spyware, Adware, Trojans, Malware, Dialers, Keyloggers, Popups:

http://www.download.com/Ad-Aware-SE-Pers...

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

http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareb...

http://www.download.com/Bazooka-Adware-a...

http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/sgdownlo...

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

http://www.download.com/HijackThis/3000-...

http://www.emsisoft.com/en/software/down...

http://www.superantispyware.com/download...

Online Scanners:

http://www.webroot.com/consumer/products...

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

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

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

http://www.windowsecurity.com/trojanscan...

http://www.kaspersky.com/virusscanner

http://www.spywareguide.com/onlinescan.p...

http://housecall65.trendmicro.com/

Spyware, Adware, Trojans, Malware, Dialers, Keyloggers, Popups Lists:

http://www.softpedia.com/catList/104

http://www.download.com/Adware-Spyware-R...

http://www.majorgeeks.com/downloads31.ht...

How do I remove the leftover Reg. Keys and Files from the Trojan called Virtumonde / Vundo?

I found this Trojan on my step daughters PC. I was able to remove it with my Avast Boot Scanner. And I was successful in getting it out of the Restore as well. The problem is, It's still showing up as an infection when I scan with Spyware Doctor. I have surfed all over the Web searching and trying different scanner tools to remove the after effects of this bug. I would like to find a (TOTALLY FREE) program that searches out and removes these leftover reg keys and files. I tried the specific removers that were out there and they can't even find these embeded files. I may have to recover this PC but I was going to give my yahoo friends an opportunity to help me first. I won't buy anything so please don't offer me the scan free and pay to remove programs. IT MUST BE TOTALLY FREE. Thanks!

How do I remove the leftover Reg. Keys and Files from the Trojan called Virtumonde / Vundo?stinger

Get Ccleaner (TOTALLY FREE) and run a registry fix to fix any dead root in the system.

How do I remove the leftover Reg. Keys and Files from the Trojan called Virtumonde / Vundo?virus scanner

What is your AV program?Avast AV should..I know Norton does.Avast is free

No internet connection, ethernet not recieving ip address at all?

I have my friends comuter as it wont get an internet connection at his place or mine.

He thinks he got a worm off of MSN which messed up his pcguard software and blocked his internet connection.

When i enter ipconfig in the comand line window i get nothing.

I have tried running avast and it has found no viruses or worms etc.

I have disabled and enabled the lan connection. Reinstalled the the ethernet driver.

I have uninstalled msn messenger.

Ive run registry and other cleaners!

Im out of ideas someone please help!

No internet connection, ethernet not recieving ip address at all?suzuki

have you done the ipconfig /release all %26 ipconfig /renew all

do it on his pc on his network

and see about removal if he has the worm here:

http://www.symantec.com/security_respons...

you can also burn UCD and run what you can on boot up

http://www.ultimatebootcd.com/

and also try this it will also let you know if you have an issue:

http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/progr...

if all fails

i would do a system restore

or reinstall

No internet connection, ethernet not recieving ip address at all?virus

Try installing the NIC in a different PCI slot.

What is your fave ANTI-VIRUS program?

i like AVAST

What is your fave ANTI-VIRUS program?symantic

Kaspersky Internet Security is easiest the best anti virus that I have used.

What is your fave ANTI-VIRUS program?viruses

Kaspersky Internet Security.

I liked AVG though.
Macafee Ent and Nod32
I am a Kaspersky User,

Explanation:

Kaspersky is the one of the top antivirus and the base for all other antivirus programs is kaspersky as ofcourse many of the antivirus programs buy signature database only from kaspersky.. This engine is being engineered by an Genius Scientist called Eugine Kaspersky.
I've used for years Norton products, but recently changed over to Zone Alarm's Internet Security Suite that includes anti-virus, anti-spyware, IM security and a super Firewall.

And on top of that, I can run it on up to 3 separate computers (3 legal licenses) for one price!

On a monthly basis I will also run an outside scan using Trend Micro's Housecall program located here: http://housecall.trendmicro.com
i was once AVG user, but now im using bitdefender total security 08
AVG Anti virus and McAfee virus scan are supposed to help a lot.check out http://blog.360.yahoo.com/blog-sAFtLsc8e... for more details.
Norton
AVG is just great
AVAST and none other!!!
McAfee
I would have to say AVG from Grisoft good anti virus and easy to use not to mention its free
Antivir PE. Free and very good!

Security on my pc?

hi.. i have avast 4.7 home edition on my lap top.. and windows firewall.. what i want to know is this all i need.. or do i need any other protection.. thanks guys.. have a nice day... bye bye

Security on my pc?symatec

This is the best spyware,adware,malware remover around and you do not have to reboot each time it runs,, This tool will also remove backdoor trojans,, try it for yourself,, You can schedule it to scan while your not at your computer and gives realtime protection ,,

The free edition of spyware doctor, The best for removing spyware and malware and its free,

http://www.download.com/Spyware-Doctor-S...

SG

Security on my pc?vista

In addition to virus programs, you need spyware. Even if the spyware comes with the virus software.

I use adware and SUperantispyware. Run them in safe mode (pressing F8 while booting) and keep them updated.

The reason things should be run in safe mode is because many of these wee buggers mimic real files and when you are in safe mode, not all files are loaded, they they are naked if you will.
More info please - XP or Vista ?
[you do ]download avira antivirus its better and dr web cureit program which is great at detecting hidden trojans download spybot search and destroy for bots ccleaner to clean out your pc of bugs and jouni vuorio reg cleaner to clean out processes to change your registry and commodo firewall to make yor pc invisible on the web good luck
It's sometimes a matter of the websites that you visit Ken.

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I have purchased a new vista computer and I am looking for the best free antivirus suite?

On my last laptop I had Avast Antivirus, Pc Tools Firewall, Windows Firewall, Phishing tool, Spybot for spyware, and adaware (not sure what for). Was this too much and what should I do for this computer?

I have purchased a new vista computer and I am looking for the best free antivirus suite?systemworks

I recommend installing the appropriate security software on your PC. I highly recommend using these completely free security products.

These programs are also what the United States Military uses. These are free versions. With the free versions, you must manually run the programs and get the latest updates for the program every so often. If you purchase any of the programs, then they will automatically update themselves and automatically scan and defend your computer completely on its own. So just make sure you scan your computer for threats every so often. The anti-virus protection does check for updates automatically, without user intervention. It will also scan your computer every day as well.

Anti-virus: http://free.grisoft.com/ (AVG Anti-virus free edition)

Spyware: http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/ (download Spywareblaster)

Spyware: http://www.lavasoft.de/ (download Ad-Aware)

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

Use all of these programs together. All four of these programs are listed as being legitimate programs and are recommended from Microsoft.

Which antivirus is the best at the moment?

I'm using avast pro edition but it can't detect some viruses.Pse let me know which antivirus is the best.

Which antivirus is the best at the moment?triumph

AVG is a good anti virus program, and its free!

Which antivirus is the best at the moment?worms

norton antivirus
Norton
Nothing catches everything, and your Avast is better than all of the above except Kaspersky. If you're going to pay for your antivirus, you might want to give Kaspersky a try. You can get a free 30 day full-function trial to see if you like it.

Kaspersky: http://www.kaspersky.com/
I've heard kaspersky is the best.
CA Antivirus. Great protection and doesn't slow down your computer like Norton.

Recurring virus message?

Every morning at 8:08, Norton finds the Downloader.Dluca virus on my system and removes it - until the next morning at 8:08 am. I have two firewalls setup so it must be coming from within this system - two other machines on the network are fine. I installed AVG and AVAST and they do not find it; I tried Norton in safe mode; I ran AVG on each of the screen accounts - no virus. A friend says Norton is crap and the virus is probably not there but it does seem to shut down the network when Norton keys on it.

Any ideas???

Recurring virus message?trojan

for a start you must only use one firewall and one anti virus, otherwise all sorts of problems can occur, turn off the system restore and scan in safe mode, when finished turn system restore back on, some viruses hide in the restore folders and reinstall themselves

Recurring virus message?abtuvurys 2005

Go to http://www.mbusbyuk.info/links.html and scroll down the page to free online virus %26 spyware scans.

Select Panda from the free virus scanners.

When you get to the site, click on Scan My Computer.

When it asks you to select which part of your computer to scan, click on My Computer.

This should fix your problem.

Good Luck.
It may be finding it in the system restore files which no virus scanner can touch the OS won't let them disable system restore that will delete the files when it's finished deleting files re-enable it to disable it open the control panel click on the system icon when the dialogue box appears click on the system restore tab put a tick in the box that reads ''turn off system restore on all drives'' click apply when the files have been deleted take the tick out and click apply again
might try turning off nortons

and just run avg and avast

and see what happens

I use to get false messages from nortons all the time

then I switched to avg

How can I disable AT&T Yahoo's Norton Anti-Virus Scanning?

I have DSL with AT%26T Yahoo. On my computer I use Zone Alarm and Avast for all anti-virus and monitoring. Whenever I download something or save something from my e-mail ( a pic, video, whatever) Yahoo's Norton Anti-Virus needs to scan the item first. This is takes several seconds (about 30 seconds) per item. As you can imagine this is slow and frustrating and I've had enough of it since I'm paying out the *## for DSL. Since I already have anti-virus protection on my computer I of course do not need Yahoo's Norton scan. Can this be disabled and HOW? I've searched and looked at all forums and question and help files and I don't see the answer. And if I did I obviously didn't understand it, so talk to me like I'm 4. That's fine. I just want to enjoy my internet experience and right now I'm not. Thank you for any help!!!

How can I disable AT%26T Yahoo's Norton Anti-Virus Scanning?vincent

Go to start %26gt; programs %26gt; and see if you have a Yahoo Protection (Or Yahoo Software) folder, you should be able to uninstall it from there. I have DSL with the same company and that's what I did because I was using their anti-virus and I ..dun dun dun got a virus!

My internet keeps on disconnecting by itself, what could be causing it?

I'm using a cable modem and this problem started only recently. After switching on the computer for about an hour or so, my internet would suddenly lose connection and the only way to fix it is to switch off everything and on again later. If it's not my internet provider's fault, then what is causing this to happen? I'm using Spybot Search and Destroy, Ad-Aware SE, Avast! Antivirus, Spy Sweeper, and I defrag my computer once a week.

My internet keeps on disconnecting by itself, what could be causing it?virus protection software

This is most likely due to Malware (computer viruses, worms, trojan horses, spyware, dishonest adware, and other malicious and unwanted software). You will need to run full anti-virus/spyware scan and clean your registry. I recommend you use these programs (they are free).

1) AVG Free anti-virus

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

2) Ad-aware spyware remover

http://www.lavasoftusa.com/products/ad-a...

3) Spybot - Search and Destroy spyware remover

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

4) CCleaner - registry and privacy cleaner

http://www.ccleaner.com/

My internet keeps on disconnecting by itself, what could be causing it?adware

Help Trojan.Win32.BHO.abo?

How i can remove this trojan? I already use many ativirus like: Kaspersky 7.0, Avg 7.5, Avast 4.0++ version (I forget the version) but they can't delete / quarantine them. This trojan attack at the C:\WINDOWS\system32\admpars.dll//PE_Patc... I hope U all can solve my problem. Thank's before

Help Trojan.Win32.BHO.abo?virus protection

Download and update the avg antivirus and download the spyware doctor below the shut your computer down and restart it and tap the F-8 key repeatedly while the system starts up and select safe mode and run the avg and the spyware doctor while in safe mode, This will catch it so you can remove it,

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

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

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

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

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Need a program to prevent adverts on websites?

Basically what the title says.

I have xp and avast so they must be compatible and fully customisible

Need a program to prevent adverts on websites?computer virus

use mozilla firefox , it's the best , and it blocks ads and pop-ups

www.mozilla.com/firefox

hope i helped

Need a program to prevent adverts on websites?free spyware remover

hi download the yahoo toolbar it comes with spy ware and a great pop up blocker. i even use it myself!!
Install Spybot S%26D, update database, imunnize, and 98% of advertise will be block silently. They have official site www.spybot s%26d.com
I recommend you to use Mozilla firefox Browser (www.mozilla.com) and the add on Ad-block for that browser. (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox...

It Blocks most ads and also the list is updated frequently.
google toolbar has pretty good pop-up blocker. also check your pc for spy/adware

I need security...?

All i have is an antivirus which is Avast! what else should i use to make my security better?

I need security...?computer

You are correct. Your current security is not optimal.

These days you need a whole lot more than just a virus protection. Only about 15% of all malware is viruses. The rest is worms, trojans, phishing schemes, spyware, etc.

Here's some ideas to ''roll ya own'' Internet Security Suite for free. Free is always the best.

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1. For your Anti-Virus...You already have a pretty decent one in Avast, so you are good to go here.

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2. For your Firewall..........(Always use only 1 software firewall)

A decent free firewall that is PC Tools Firewall Plus. One can either choose ''Normal User Mode'' Or ''Expert User Mode'''depending on the desired detail of alerts and application custom rules.

It is one of the few free firewalls that will work (and work well) on Vista as well as XP and 2000.

http://www.pctools.com/firewall/

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3. For your Anti-Adware and Anti-Spyware needs...............(use at least 1 anti-spyware, but 2 is OK):

SUPERAntiSpyware:

http://www.superantispyware.com/

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Vaio PCG-F190 Very slow!!!?

Hi, I have managed to get hold of an old laptop from work to mess about with. I have just installed Windows XP SP2 on it. The spec is as follows:

Intel Pentium 2 Mobile (366MHz)

64MB RAM

6GB Hard Disk

14.1'' TFT XGA Screen

Floppy Disk

CD/DVD ROM

So as you can imagine it isn't very quick really. However, I have just installed Avast 4 antivirus, and got BT Total Broadband 8MB on it. It has started to run very slowly recently and I don't know why. It has started to come up with ''low on virtual memory, windows is increasing the size of your virtual memory'' or words to that effect. I have installed the firewall and antivirus programs that came with the BT Broadband package.

Also, when I run 'task manager' it opens up 20-30 of them which slows my PC down even more. I have run a virus scan with nothing found. I can't upgrade the RAM as it is non-removable.

Anyone got any suggestions as to what could be causing the problems and a possible solution?

Thank you very much.

Gareth.

Vaio PCG-F190 Very slow!!!?computers

I suspect that RAM is way too low for XP. You need to install more - 256 minimum. Also W XP SP2 runs some functions looking for updates in back ground that slow it down for a few mins on start up. I have new laptop and it slows even this down. I suspect you are pressing Ctl-Alt-Del many times which is causing Task Mgr to start many copies. From experience with old slow computers you need to be patient and wait for things to happen!

I am looking for free new protection for my pc.I have windows xp .what is the best.?

I used to have norton ,then i used the free zone alarm with adware spyware.I was then given a mcafee disc for the last year(security suite) but it runs out today.I found when i installed it on pc it made it extremely slow and its very slow to scan.So im looking for something free that doesnt slow my pc and offers good protection.Also something that doesnt take all day to scan! Ive been looking at avast, avg and zone alarm.Anyone got any comments on these or recommendations?

thanks

I am looking for free new protection for my pc.I have windows xp .what is the best.?download

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 am looking for free new protection for my pc.I have windows xp .what is the best.?hijackthis

Please read and anwser security question?

i scanned with avast it was clean

i scanned with a-squared it was clean

avg anti-rootkit it was clean

avg anti-spyware and fixed all problems

i was recommended to do a trend micro house call scan it found one adware but fixed it and then i did another scan and it was clean.

so is my pc clean of viruses and trojans

Please read and anwser security question?downloads

Wow I thought I was paranoid but you really do go the whole hog. Yes I reckon you must be pretty safe with that. For the record I have used AVG Anti Virus, Zone Alarm Firewall, Spy-bot Search and Destroy and Ad Aware both spyware killers for years. Also I have Windiws Defender as well.

Please read and anwser security question?house call

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

WHY NOT INSTALL THIS WEB ADVISOR I HAVE IT AND RUNS GREAT .. NOTIFIES U IF SITE IS BAD .. SO YOU WONT PICK UP ALL THAT CRAP!!!
After running all those scans you should be clean. However you can do one more scan with your installed anti-virus after updating it. This time run it in safe mode. Many times you can get there by turning off your computer. Then turn it back on and repeatedly press F8 until you get the next screen. Use your arrow keys and choose Safe Mode. Sign into to your account and run your scan. If you do not have a anti-virus installed boot into Safe Mode with Networking and run one of the free online scans.
After running all of that security software, I would think that you are all cleaned up and ready to run.

How do I get rid of win32:virut if I now can't log onto my PC?

It's an old work PC that's been kindly donated to me. I tried to initially install AVG but it said access denied. I had a read of a PC world article recommending Alwil's Avast 4 Home Edition so downloaded that. It gave me the virus! Go figure! So now my PC lets me logon but automatically logs me off. Can't afford a new PC so any help would be really appreciated!

Cheers!!

How do I get rid of win32:virut if I now can't log onto my PC?ducati

Avast did not give you a virus the computer initially had one that was not detected by AVG.

The reason might be becuase the virus was unable to change any settings with Avast and had enough to to mess with AVG so it wouldn't detect it.

Go into safemode and login as the first person said and then download do one of the following.

Download

Dr.WebCureIT

ftp://ftp.drweb.com/pub/drweb/cureit/drw...

Doubleclick the ''drweb-cureit.exe'' and click ''ok'' in the prompt window that will open , asking ''start the express scan now''.

It will first make a quick scan of your system, let it clean what it find, and when it says ''done''

Click on the green screwdriver-

Uncheck 鈥揌eurestic analysis

Actions Tab- Adware-Dialers-Riskware-Hacktools, use dropdown menu and select 鈥揗ove

Remove checkmark from 鈥?Prompt on action

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Which is the BEST virus checker?

Which virus checker prog is the best one? Least active memory use, least system drain, and best protection. Right now Im running avast, which seems to work just ok. Any suggestions?

Which is the BEST virus checker?firewall

There are many decent anti-virus programs available. Norton's is one of the best, as it's both thorough and economical and doesn't use up a lot of memory; however, the problem where memory is concerned is that the best programs require the most memory. I was using Nortons awhile back and still got a virus, so I spent about $300.00 on a very extensive program called Tech on Demand. Unfortunately, it requires a lot of memory to run because of the many functions of the program. The amount of memory is pretty much proportional to the amount of protection you're looking for.

Which is the BEST virus checker?husqvarna

panda titanium = love.
I like AVG from http://free.grisoft.com

I have tried a LOT of different ones.

None is perfect, but I like AVG best.

I won't allow anything from Norton on my system since Symantec bought them.
AVG is the best, at least i believe so. It comes with an email scanner, resident shield, and a ton of other stuff. It automatically scans your comp when you turn it on too.
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avg http://free.grisoft.com/doc/5390/lng/us/... and its still free
NOD32, as the experts say, it is lightweight, and you get a 30 day free trial. Just Google to get to the download.
Here you have some good and free antivirus programs:

Anybody reccomend me some good antivirus softwares?

My kaspersky just expired and i am searching for a good anti virus....

i hate AVG and avast doesnt work.....

Any recommendations?

Anybody reccomend me some good antivirus softwares?free adware remover

I love Trend Micro PC-cillin or internet security. I have tried most of the programs out there and for me this was the best. You should only run one but you can go to online scan sites for programs you dont have to see if they find a virus that your program did not locate.

Anybody reccomend me some good antivirus softwares?internet security 2006

i use trend micro pc-cillin, it is not free; but there is a way to make it free, you only need to update it manually - download a file off the website and pasting it in its folder - literally manually. but it is the best antivirus i can find that is not too strong.

the thing i hate about most antivirus like norton is that it is too strong that it makes my internet connection slow.

another is pandasoftware or pandasecurity's online antivirus. i like it because, even if your system is corrupted, if you use this and scan you pc. panda's activescan pro can detect it and clean it automatically, there is nothing to configure. again it is not free.

i also don't like avg and kapersky.

Whenever i open my computer it shows that C:\autorun.inf contains samples of VBS:malware-gen.?

iam using avast antivirus . even i do delete also it will automatically generating.and one directory to other directory it is spreading ie D:\autoruns.inf contains samples of VBS:malware-gen and so on please help me to remove this problem

Whenever i open my computer it shows that C:\autorun.inf contains samples of VBS:malware-gen.?free anti virus

It would be impossible to tell you how here. I would suggest reading the contents of these two forum posts and follow the tips and instructions contained in them.

http://www.ozzu.com/ftopic31034.html

http://www.ozzu.com/ftopic34568.html

Is this safe?

Right, well i tried to open mozilla firefox but then it said dwwin.exe memory could not be ''written'' i tried again, but it automatically closed down instantly, i even tried to open windows explorer 6 but it did the same thing. So i had to close dwwin.exe from task manager and then i went onto mozilla firefox in safe mode disabling all the options.it works fine now but i havent messed it up in any way have i? also when im on msn and open mozilla fiefox, msn automatically shuts down. i cleaned out using registry cleaner, avast!, spybot and it found anything, i diskcleaned it, defragmented it, rebooted it, it still dont work. what should i do? i dont know about restoring as i did it many times... But would i be still on the internet as i restored before without internet working. It's ethernet cable. Thanks so much to the people who will answer!

Is this safe?free antivirus download

You may have corrupt system files. Mode. If your computer comes up clean after running your resident security products, you may want to consider running a System File Checker (SFC). This can also be run in Safe Mode should you prefer.

To get into Safe Mode, reboot and then either hold down or tap the F8 key repeatedly while the computer is starting up. To run SFC, close all applications such as Office, Messenger, Email, etc, and go to:

My Computer was infected with a virus...?

A virus that convert folders to application... example, new folder to new folder.exe...''hagaklan'' virus What is the best antivirus to totally remove this.. I already used nod32, avg, avast, kasperski but it keeps on returning.... even it remove my regedit and options on the tool menu of my explorer... Any one can help me recover all this and clean the virus totally

My Computer was infected with a virus...?free antivirus

Macafee or Hijack this, are some really good programs, Ive got rid of some pretty nasty viruses with them

My Computer was infected with a virus...?internet

mcafee and other well known companies have free virus removal tools for specific viruses. i saw the virus you are talking about today on one of the sites but i looked at so many i cant remember which one.

http://vil.nai.com/vil/stinger/
you obviously trust in those freeware antispyware/antivirus programs which are CRAP. why the hell do you think they are FREE. do I really have to explain this to you. or go ahead and download some special tool to remove it. unless you know EXACTLY what you are dealing with it probably wont work. go to stopzilla.com download their program i guarantee it will find it and stop it. of course it is up to you if you want to remove it. and that will cost you 20$ whopping dollars a year after mail in rebate. which i donrt even send in because i believe them to be the BEST. period
Check out www.malwareremoval.com they can direct you in the ways of removing all the net nasties. They also have a pretty informative message board. It will not be instant but it is a pretty nice site.
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Nortons is the best

I got a very bad unremovable virus! please help!?

it sort of like a brontok type, it copies a folder everywhere the folder abuot 2??kb. i scanned with avg,avast, bitdefender, noadware and mcafee it does not get removed. is it because i got it from a flash drive which i later format?! is it because the virus infect the antivuirus .exe file? with noadware i detected windows.exe and a file in the windows folder named SVKP, IT GETS REMOVED BUT LATER RETURNS making my pc SLOoOoW! please tell me what programs are appropriate for these sort of issUes

I got a very bad unremovable virus! please help!?free spyware remobal

I would scan my computer with an online scan. Your computer is already contaminated. Installing a new virusprogram on your computer will not ensure success.

I have had good experiences with Bitdefender:

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

In this way you can scan your computer from the outside, so to speak.

I got a very bad unremovable virus! please help!?kawasaki

copy all ur impt. data and format ur system reinstall it install avg and scan ur old data with it after that use it. no other way is left.
First...nothing is unremovable...even Red Spider can be removed...if you're good enough.

SVKP is a duplication file to mislead the AV sorftware from the actual virus.

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Can't go on internet while scanning!?

I just got avast antivirus but when i scan the computer it doesn't let me go on the internet! Does anyone know how to fix this?

Can't go on internet while scanning!?free spyware remover

u must not

everything that enters druing the scan its a virus every new file created so just wait till it finishes

Can't go on internet while scanning!?ktm

When you run a virus scan, you should just leave your computer alone. What its doing is scanning for viruses, and when opening up the internet, that is a home for viruses. It will either stop the scan when u open internet or it won't open and continue to scan.

Nothing is wrong with your computer, just whenever you want to scan it, do it before u go to bed or when your about to leave your house. Just remember, leave your computer alone whenever running a virus scan.
You can still get onto the internet but everything you do will be very, very slow. It's best not to run any scans until you're able to just leave the computer alone while it runs.
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Is my pc infected by virus? my pc suddenly turned off. pc is not working/cannot be used?

if i turn the pc on, boot up does not happen. monitor is blank (no image, all black--as if the monitor was turned off), all i here is 3 beeps (separated by TWO 1-second pauses) then 4second pause, then 3 beeps again.

the pc turned off the second time today.

the first time it happened, i was still able to use the pc as normal. suddenly, when i'm about to close the browser, Mozilla firefox, it turned off automatically. but i was still able to turn on %26 use(as usual) the pc that day. i remember that i still had, at that time, the free/open source ''anti-virus'' Core Force. If i remember right, the next day i was able to remove the Core Force program from my PC %26 reinstall my former Avast anti virus program.

Early today(the second time my pc turned off), the pc was only open for about 5minutes, until i WAS about to open my browser Mozilla Firefox WHEN it turned off. I wasn't able to open/use the pc since then. Is my pc infected by a virus? How can my pc be repaired??

My other assumpti

Is my pc infected by virus? my pc suddenly turned off. pc is not working/cannot be used?free spyware

That's really simple. That just means you have RAM issues. Either it burned out and you need to buy new ones or you just need to take them out and properly put them back in. When you pull them out it will clear the ram. If you have two switch them around just to evenly distribute the heat they take on.

What free software do you use to protect your computer from viruses and adware and such?

I know about avast and comodo. Are just the 2 sufficient or would u suggest more or maybe a totally different combination?

Also, do you think IE is really more risky than FF??

What free software do you use to protect your computer from viruses and adware and such?hijack this

I use Avast for antivirus and Ad-Aware and Spybot S%26D for spyware for my Windows PCs. Yes, I do believe IE is riskier than FF and use FF any chance I get. However, no software application is without security risks.

What free software do you use to protect your computer from viruses and adware and such?liveupdate

I use AVG. Also, I do feel IE is more risky than FF. I use FF any instance I can.
Clamwin and BitDefender are best free antivirus software.

Use only 1 and update everyday if u can. 1st remove 1, then install 2. new AV software...

IE issurelly the most risky to use. Opera is the most secure browser. Linux is the most secure OS /Slackware is the most stable, Ubuntu - easiest to use/.
Downloads for safe, free antivrus (AGV) and antispyware

(Ad-ware)

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

http://www.lavasoftusa.com/products/ad_a...
AVG
AVG Antivirus

AVG Antispyware

Comodo BOClean AntiMalware

Win Patrol

Spyware Blaster

Jetico Personal Firewall

Just the two could be sufficient depending on your browser settings and how you use the internet, what you download, sites you visit, etc. Scripting and Active-X are big security risks. A hardware firewall greatly improves your security.

IE 7 is quite safe if used correctly. Personally I use Firefox with the No Script extension and Ad Blocker Plus.
AVG

Iam not able to open my directories[c-drive etc]...system is working fine...Is it a virus.how can i

i have tried Norton-360..it didn help...now doing with avast.....can anyone brief me out as to what happ....

Iam not able to open my directories[c-drive etc]...system is working fine...Is it a virus.how can i correct ithijackthis

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SysCleaner. Help!!!!!!Driving me crazy.10 POINTS!!!!!?

10 POINTS!!!!

I have obviously ended up downloading something I shouldn't have and now SysCleaner keeps on popping up. Connecting to internet. Starting to download, so you can't leave the computer for a second. Changed ALL of my 'display' settings. Can't change the desktop which now says ''that the system is infected with spyware blah, blah, blah'' Other pop ups have now started warning of Trojans but I know it's SysCleaner.

It's also opening Fetish sex sites! I have a 12 year old son and the pictures are XXXX rated.

I have run Avast, Adaware and Spybot.

I can't get rid of the stupid thing.

It's slowing the computer down a lot of course and I really don't want to take it in and get it removed.

Does anyone know how to get rind of this???

Has anybody successfully removed it?

Only recommend legit sites. I have installed sites before and downloaded MORE Trojans.

HELP!!!!!!!!

10 Points!!!!!!!!!

SysCleaner. Help!!!!!!Driving me crazy.10 POINTS!!!!!?house call

SysCleaner IS totally counterfeit anti-spyware software. Its really 'Zlob.Trojan'- It uses fake system alerts to scam people to buy the paid version to remove the reported problems. Now, the absolute best way to get rid of this trash is as follows. 1st. FIND and turn off your System Restore. If you don't know how, hit F1 and type it in, Help will guide you.

I get this msg everytime I explore or open my 'External Hard drive'?

I get this msg everytime I explore or open my 'External Hard drive' on the PC -- '' Windows Explorer has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.'' I did a virus scan with Avast Home edition, and even a registry clean-up but it does not seem to work... What can be the error???

I get this msg everytime I explore or open my 'External Hard drive'?hp

Your external hard drive must have a file on it that windows cant read and therefor crashes. It is most likely a corrupted video file. If you don't need the data on there just reformat the external drive and the problem will be fixed.

If you need the data, boot windows into safe mode, browse the external hard drive and delete the video files there. You can also do this on someone else's computer instead of going into safemode.

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My virus scanners detected an invalid Windows Image is that the reason why my computer couldn't

My firefox couldn't access the net. My virus scanner detected an invalid image.

What's meant by invalid image?

Its called c:\WINDOWS\system32\sxoqaw.dll and my computer said that its not a valid Windows image. Please check against your installation diskette.

How do I check it against my installation diskette?

What is ''System32'' and what's it for?

Do I need it?

After my virus scanner erased infections it found, my computer booted up and I got something saying that a certain file couldn't be opened because it wasn't found. (I think it was taskmgr.exe)

So, do I need that file my Avast deleted?

Also, is there any way of telling what c:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\(something) means?

Does my computer need all those ''System32'' files?''

My virus scanners detected an invalid Windows Image is that the reason why my computer couldn't access the nethusqvarna

The system32 folder contains all the operating system files, bad news to delete them, blame your virus scanner and get a new one, the only thing to do is reinstall windows, use system restore:

start %26gt; all programs %26gt; accessories %26gt; system tools

That should revert all changes made up to the date you restore to.

For U3 Flash Drive Users? what antivirus software is avaliable for U3?

there is mcafee, and avast. any else?

For U3 Flash Drive Users? what antivirus software is avaliable for U3?internet security 2006

The AV on the machine into which the flash drive is plugged should cover programs running from any source - including the USB drive.

For U3 Flash Drive Users? what antivirus software is avaliable for U3?microsoft

usb doesnt need protection, ur computer needs it more, because it has to get from ur computer to ur usb....

There are 2 sites that I keep getting redirected to in my searchbar ';all the web'; and &quo

I've run the yahoo antispyware and I also ran the avast and avg antivirus plus spybot search %26 destroy. I believe there must be a virus or trojan doing this but so far I haven't been able to get rid of it.

There are 2 sites that I keep getting redirected to in my searchbar ''all the web'' and ''dealtime'' . Why???internet security software

It's probably something with that computer, i should let you let someone check it out!!

YOU HAVE MY PERMISSION!!

Avg 8 free version?

I have avg 7.5 free and before you all say avg is pants get avast or someother , i would like to get avg 8 free i know that the paid version is out and i know that the are trialing the free one but i was just wondering when do you think it is out?

Avg 8 free version?internet security

AVG trials are usually over a period of 3 months. Once all works well for 3 months, the rest of the population gets a free version.

Not sure who informed you about AVG 8 free, but since you are so sure they are doing the trials, I am sure about the 3 months period too.

Avg 8 free version?network security

hi

I have got the avg 8 and got it free from http://free.grisoft.com/ww.dow... BUT do not download the toolbar as this takes up alot of room and also it slows shutdown by 186 seconds :S Report It


avg 8 is 拢28. i got it and the went back to avg free!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
AVG 7.5 free version is the last free version Grisoft made. The new company that makes AVG is called AVG Technologies.
You will have to wait for the 8.0 mate it is free but not yet available the 7.5 work fine but i will also be getting the 8.0 when they release the freebie version mate.
Slick, the company which makes AVG is called Grisoft. AVG Technologies has nothing to do with AVG Antivirus products.
The free version is 7.5.

8.0 is not free.

Help. No SOUND?

i downloaded avast antivirus lately and i dont have any sound anymore. I dont know why it suddenly stopped working.

when i try to listen to music on itunes it says my configuration is messed up. I wish i could get my sound back and listen to music. I'm really dumb when it comes to computers. can someone please help me. and ive tried downloading a new sound card.

Additional Details

there are like a trillion drivers to pick from....i have a dell....which one do i pick?

Help. No SOUND?internet

you'll have to do a system restore to what your computer was before you downloaded the new program. i had to do this when i got my laptop. somehow i lost sound when i was downloading Office 2007.

see site below for step by step instructions.

Help. No SOUND?network

Hi Mase

First and foremost....No question is a dumb question.... it may be a learning for someone.

Secondly if you know to install avast after downloading it, you cannot consider yourself dumb...if you still do... please do not! And if you still do... then consult someone who is not dumb before you follow the following.

I do not believe in bad mouthing any product but I can quote my personal experience.... I had a very bad time with avast and so have my friends, it creates some autorun.inf files on all your drives(if you wanna check you can just try the search command and try searching for *.inf in file type and choose ''all local drives'' you might see a lots of autorun.inf files so if you plan to uninstall avast through you add and remove programs(not the avast uninstaller... as it leaves traces), I'll say thats the only step you will need to take.... and after a reboot ideally everything should be fine. However you will need to reinstall itunes again if you want to run it properly after the avast uninstall. Nothings wrong with your sound card driver files but you might need to reinstall them again too, after uninstalling avast.

Tell me if it works

Remember... you need a good anti-virus which your system technician might suggest you. If not then ask about it in your next question on yahoo answers.

Cheers %26 all the best
you can't download sound cards . i had the same problem on my old pc on unitil i downloaded a new volume control try this zvolume home 2006 i think this is the one i downloaded

www.soft32.com/download_187532.html

My laptop has been running very slow the past few days..what to do?

do u think it haas a virus? It says the internet connection is very good.

I have avast...should I run it? I was going 2 run it thismornin but I couldn't work out how...usually it just runs automatically.

Thanks in advance!

My laptop has been running very slow the past few days..what to do?kawasaki

Using a registry cleaner can clean up 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!

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

http://www.make-pc-fast.info/

You can download and scan your computer for free.

My laptop has been running very slow the past few days..what to do?nortan antivirus

Running a full system scan isn't a bad idea. To run it faster goto start%26gt; run%26gt; type msconfig and hit enter, under startup tab disable the unwanted programs to load in memory and click apply and ok and restart your system, you'll feel the difference. If msconfig doesn't appear, it means that your computer is infected with a virus. Good luck!
Check http://www.pcoptimizerprodownload.com

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My antivirus can't get rid of some viruses in my computer, what do I do?

I downloaded the new avast and I've done the search a couple times with the same results. It finds the viruses but it won't dop anything to it because ''the file is password protected''. I've been trying to find the files through ''my computer'' folder, but it's as if the folders the file is supposed to be on doen't even exist!!

Help!! What do I do? I didn't want to buy a anti-virus at the moment.. i'm broke! help help help

Is there any other free anti-virus programs that are good?

My antivirus can't get rid of some viruses in my computer, what do i do?ktm

omg there are tons of free programes out there you just got to look!

the best ones i find are.

anti virus programs: avg http://www.download.com/AVG-Anti-Virus-F...

ad aware 2007: http://www.download.com/Ad-Aware-2007/30...

spy bot search and destroy: http://www.download.com/Spybot-Search-De...

windows defender: http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security...

and at%26t has viruse and spyware protection but you need to be one of there dsl subscribers to get it.

and get ccleaner it helps clean your computer up .

http://www.ccleaner.com/

My antivirus can't get rid of some viruses in my computer, what do i do?nortan

Windows firewall auto-turn off??

For some reason, my windows firewall kept turning off. I'm pretty sure its not another firewall, but I'm not 100% sure on that. I've installed a full version of Kaspersky Anti-virus from bitorrent. It worked, but the key it gave was blacklisted, so i uninstalled it. But, I also download other things using bitorrent, such as anime, games, etc. And it was a few days ago that my windows firewall kept turning off, even when i manually turn it on every time. It'd go off about every 30 seconds. Now, I dont know what to do, my friend told me to use Avast, and I did, but even after some scans, it still wouldnt stop. Does anyone know how to get rid of this virus, if it is? or any free/trial programs that can?

Windows firewall auto-turn off??live update

Okay, you pulled a real virus protector and replaced it with a fake one. See the review done by PCWorld on antivirus. http://www.pcworld.com/article/124475-1/...

Let's hope you don't have more serious stuff going on.

Ah, beware of ANY free solution. They often cause more problems than they cure.

Windows firewall auto-turn off??norten

download spybot search and destroy it will remove it-its free

The contents of my 2nd harddrive are there, but aren't showing up in Windows Explorer. How can

Just happened today out of the blue. I haven't made any changes to anything (except install Limewire but then deleted it without dl'ing anything). In My Computer it shows that it has the correct amount of drive space left... 12 gb out of 111 gb. But when I click on it to open it, it hourglasses for 2 seconds then opens (unlike the other drives which open instantly). Then only 1 file (one of my files that has been there forever) shows up. There's supposed to be 6 other files plus about 15 folders. On the left it still indicates that there are only 12 gb left. I rarely use this drive as it's for storage. Have had Avast Anti-virus running for at least a month. When I open Command Prompt, type in the drive and ''dir'' it says ''Volume in drive D has no label'', it gives the volume serial number, then lists that one file that shows up and under it says ''File Not Found.'' No foul programs/processes in the Task Manager. Never had this issue before. Any ideas on what this could be?

The contents of my 2nd harddrive are there, but aren't showing up in Windows Explorer. How can I fix this?malware

1. do a search for the file or folder name making sure to search subfolders and hidden and system files.

start - search

if they dont turn up:

2. right click the drive-%26gt; properties-%26gt; tools-%26gt; error checking -%26gt; fix -%26gt; [reboot]

This will fix any errors on the drive.

3. If they are still not showing up, check to make sure the attributes havent been changed to 'hidden':

my computer-tools-folder options-view-show hidden files

4. if this still doesnt fix the problem then try http://www.recuva.com to see if you can salvage the lost files.

Whats running on your Taskbar?

I've got:

MSN messenger

HP Digital imaging monitor

avast! Anti-virus (2 balls running)

Volume control

You??

Thanks for your answers :)

Whats running on your Taskbar?matchless

3 Internet Explorer windows (Yahoo! Mash, Yahoo! Answers, Army Knowledge Online)

Microsoft Outlook (Inbox)

My Docs

Microsoft Powerpoint (40th Infantry Division Tactical Portal Tutorial)

*high five*

Whats running on your Taskbar?norton 2008

I have Yahoo Answers running right now.
Let's see:

Windows Media Player

(2) Office Outlook

MasterSpec

Adobe Acrobat Standard

Avery Design and Print Online

Yahoo Answers

Synchronization Manager

Volume Control
I've got Yahoo Messenger, Yahoo mail, Yahoo Answers, Hotmail, and my Antivirus
Microsoft Word... - (My Family Guy Story)

A Clip Drive E:/ -

Granny.exe - A farting Granny Klump Screenmate. (Nutty

Professor.)
msn and firefox
msn mesenger

yahoo

volume control
Itunes

Yahoo

Youtube movie converter

winamp remote

many other things but those are the ones that i am using the most right now
uh windows media[music]

my pictures

myspace

The real this is?

First off, i have (Avast) on my pc some say its good and other say not, so i was thinking that its seems good becouse it scans the internet connection.

The question is, i went here i know that its a good site

(http://www.windowsxphome.windowsreinstal...

So if i wrote down everything that it shows to do i think it is right so once more whould these be right to use,

Also during reformating my hard drive using the step at that site and if i do it right will i run into a viruse and if i do how do i remove it.

tell me if i delet the old partition will that remove the data or not?

The real this is?mcaffee

I don't get it all but

1. if you wipe a partition your will lose your data

2. If you wipe a partition you will lose your data along with the virus.

3. Repartitioning is safer than reformatting if you really want to get rid of the virus.

4.Repartitioning is quite a drastic measure to get rid of a virus. If you can identify the virus, there's a lot of instructions and utilities out there.

Finally, if you repartitioned, reinstalled all your programs and insert an infected media, then you will be infected again... Get a good free antivirus (AVG) and antispyware (ad-aware) and firewall (windows or zonealarm) and downlaod latest updates for your OS.

Help laptop been mended but...?

hi,

first things first my mum fell over my charger and broke it so we took the laptop to the shop only to find out she has also damaged the inside so it needed to be taken away ....fine

well got it ack yesterday with everything still on so it was formated or anything i decided to cheak the virus vault for some reason and were before there was 2 in now there is none

i want to have they escaped back onto my pc or would the pc bloke rid them

p.s but i looked on advast and a virus that caught is still in the chest

p.p.s i using avg ( virus missing)

and avast ( virus still there)

( i have put both viruses on but they cant detect anything )

finally since its been to there shop my laptop performance has dropped it takes 5 mins to load from start were as before it took 2-3 also firefox is taking longer to open everything is just slowed down and its anoying

also when i turn my lptop on i have to press f1 for it to resume before i didnt

so if you can help plz do

thks

Help laptop been mended but...?microsoft office

Take the computer back and show them the problem.

Help laptop been mended but...?norton antivirus

Im not sure I understand your problem 100% but you can only run ONE A.V.

2 A.V. slow down your PC and cause other problems.
if you're thinking of buying a laptop you should check out this site first. they give you a sony vaio laptop for FREE! all you need to do is complete a few quick tasks for them.

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My screen keeps scrolling up and down by itself..help!!?

I have avast! installed and it doesn't detect any virus..my OS is vista ultimate..Sometimes this problem is not there..but sometimes it comes all of a sudden..what should i do?

My screen keeps scrolling up and down by itself..help!!?microsoft

This could be a problem with your mouse or even your keyboard if you have a scorller on it. Try using a different mouse and see if that helps. Also try using a different browser such as Mozilla Firefox to see if the problem lies there.

My screen keeps scrolling up and down by itself..help!!?norton ghost

Try a different mouse and see if that helps.

Antivirus or internet security??

avast antivirus the free one, if i use this and browse internet with firefox and have windows fifewall on should i be ok 4 buying on ebay and such. i used norton internet security for the last year and have been fine.

Antivirus or internet security??moto guzzi

Hi furiomcc,

No, you are not well protected, I recommend you to get 鈥楳cAfee Security Antivirus 2008鈥?from: http://us.mcafee.com/root/downloads.asp?...

Get 鈥楳cAfee VirusScan庐 Plus with SiteAdvisor AntiVirus, AntiSpyware %26 Firewall鈥?it is the best all included and for only $ 39.99 USD.

You could get hacked without a good firewall. This is one of the best antivirus/firewall programs ever made.

Good luck man!

Best regards,

Mr. Ramos

Security Information Engineer

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Antivirus or internet security??norton internet security 2008

I use Avast, got windows firewall and uses Firefox. I dont get any problems, just make sure ur antivirus VPS file is kept up to date and scan files you download and perform a full scan weekly. Make sure u have sum antispyware programs installed as well. Follow this and you should be fine.
I use Norton Internet Security and that's all and I've had no problems and I've had computers for a good 16 years.
If you have been using Norton for the past year then I am not sure why you would want to change your setup just to go on the cheap.

How Do I Remove Road Runner From IE Browser?

I uninstalled Road Runner from my laptop but It has attached itself to the IE browser. I've tried spybot and ad-aware but nothing seems to be working. I also have avast antivirus.

Does anyone have any experience with this? How do I remove it

How Do I Remove Road Runner From IE Browser?network security

It is not that Road Runner is in your browser but rather it was branded with their information. You can run the utility to remove branding from IE and Outlook express.

you can do this manually

Go to Start, choose Run, and type or paste ''rundll32 iedkcs32.dll,Clear'' without the quotes.

Hit Enter.

Open a browser window and there should not be any branding showing.

http://www.dougknox.com/utility/scripts_...

How Do I Remove Road Runner From IE Browser?norton internet security

i had the same thing w/ RR simple registry edit

start%26gt;run%26gt;type in regedit then hit enter

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\I... Explorer\Main

expand each entry w/ + sign until u get to main then in right pane remove road runner

u can add whatever u wish there
How do you mean it is attached to your browse. Is it a tool bar on it? If so you can go to Add\Remove Programs (control panel), locate it and uninstall it there. If it is the homepage, just pick a new one, go to it, click on Tools, Internet Options and click ''use current'' to change your homepage.

HELP!! I think I HAVE SPYWERE?

not that long ago i downloaded cursermania WARNING if you have download cusermania delete and quick its spy were eneyway i realized i had spywere coz i big bruf told me i had it coz i was gettin pop-ups so he stoped it sum how im gettin the same thing now nd me brufs on his hols nd i havent even download eneything how do i get rid of it i have avast antivirus the free one hellllllp plz :'(

HELP!! I think I HAVE SPYWERE?network

try the a2 (a squared) programme its free for 30 days and found loads of stuff on my computer. Also spybot search and destroy is good or windows defender.

Good luck!

HELP!! I think I HAVE SPYWERE?norton

Do you mean Spyware?
use AVG anti spyware, its free and will get rid of most , also spyware blaster is good to stop u gettin it in the first place.
There are 2 types of internet threats: virus and spyware.

avast only removes antivirus.

i know 2 very good free softwares for spyware.

ad-aware 2007, http://www.download.com/Ad-Aware-2007/30...

and spyware doctor starter edition, http://www.download.com/Spyware-Doctor-S...

I recommend getting both of these softwares, they are all very good removeres. I have both.

good luck!
Download Advance Windows Care V2.Put it in search.Best

Antiviruses?

What in your opinion is the best free and paid for?

My paid for is ESET Nod32

Free is avast!

and the one I hate is AVG (detects little)

Antiviruses?virus removal

All Free and work well;

Avira Antivirus free (Recommended)

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

PC Tools free antivirus, free, Note; only run one antivirus at a time;

http://www.pctools.com/free-antivirus/

Kaspersky free antivirus; Note, you should only run one antivirus at a time;

http://usa.kaspersky.com/products_servic...

This is a free antivirus tool called avg free, Note; You should only run one antivirus at a time;

http://free.grisoft.com/doc/downloads-pr...

The free edition of spyware doctor, The best for removing spyware, adware and malware and it finds backdoor trojans and its free, ( Recommened)

http://www.download.com/Spyware-Doctor-S...

Advanced Windows Care; ( Recommended)

This tool is an optimizer with a registry cleaner and imunization tool against infections from the internet,

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

If I was going to purchase one it would be McAffee but why pay when you can get efficiant security free?

SG

Antiviruses?anti virus protection

Best free Spyware and ANTIVIRUS around?

I have the latest Adaware, by Lavasoft, but it restarts my PC during scans... which is very annoying. Old versions of Adaware were ok... any suggestions?

Oh, and which is the best free ANTIVIRUS too?

Got AVAST and it also restarts my PC with a thorough scan... although everything seems to be OK with my computer!

Best free Spyware and ANTIVIRUS around?virus scan

This is a really hard question to answer,

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

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

Hope this helps out some way :)

http://syubrawi.com/spyware-blockers

http://fantastic-galleries.net/spyware

http://computer-internet-security-softwa...

Best free Spyware and ANTIVIRUS around?anti virus scan

When i have a question abt a anti-spyware software i always visit:

http://www.altavista.com/web/results?ita...

can search what I want.

have a nice NO spyware day!
Avira Anti-Vir Personal Edition and SuperAntiSpyware from download.com as well, and run scans with them. These two programs are not only free, but also have some of the highest detection rates

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I have a trojan horse virus that I cant get rid of!!!!?

I ran avast, avg free, and adaware. Avg finds it, but it dosent seem to get rid of it, it says it is in net dde.exe Please help!!!!!!!

I have a trojan horse virus that I cant get rid of!!!!?virus scanner

STEP 1: SCAN COMPUTER FOR INFECTIONS

1. The most important thing you can do is make sure you know what you鈥檙e up against. Run these online scanners to help figure out what is infecting your system:

-http://housecall.trendmicro.com/

-http://www.pandasecurity.com/homeusers/s...

1A. clean up using internet options [ XP %26 Vista are the same ]

delete cookies/history/temp files from internet options general page

2. cookie management [ XP %26 Vista ]

start--control panel--internet options--privacy--advanced--override

select:

allow 1st party cookies

BLOCK 3rd [ tracking ] party cookies

3. clean up windows folders

empty prefetch and temp file folders

start--control panel--[ XP %26 Vista ]

local disk drive (c) [ XP ]

O.S. (c)--windows [ Vista ]

temp folder--

[ XP ] file,[ Vista ] organize

XP %26 Vista

select all

press delete key on keyboard

STEP 4. TURN OFF SYSTEM RESTORE

now go OFFLINE and power back up under SAFE MODE.

while booting up,press f-8 key till you get SAFE MODE utility selection