Farkin' Spyware from Hell
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This worked for me....
Have you updated to WinXP SP2???
I use the newest freeware version of ad-wareSE v1.05 (make sure you run the update feature every time you use it).
I also use SpywareBlaster, also available as freeware at javacoolsoftware.com Make sure you update it regularly and after updating make sure you enable the new updates. This product doesn't scan your system, so much as it protects it from spyware installing in the first place.
I have also used HiJackThis for one particularly insidious infection about 6 months ago, but the new versions of ad-aware and spyblaster should work fine. Be very careful with HiJackThis. You can nuke some important registry entries. When I used it, I nuked all of the results and it didn't hurt my system but I probably just got lucky and wouldn't recommend it unless you know what you're doing.
I would also recommment scanning with NortonAV or some other AV program. As already mentioned, you have have to turn off system restore to get rid of some viruses and parasites. Don't forget to turn it back on when you're done!
Oh, and don't forget to disconnect your internet connection when scanning, rebooting, etc.
Good luck
Have you updated to WinXP SP2???
I use the newest freeware version of ad-wareSE v1.05 (make sure you run the update feature every time you use it).
I also use SpywareBlaster, also available as freeware at javacoolsoftware.com Make sure you update it regularly and after updating make sure you enable the new updates. This product doesn't scan your system, so much as it protects it from spyware installing in the first place.
I have also used HiJackThis for one particularly insidious infection about 6 months ago, but the new versions of ad-aware and spyblaster should work fine. Be very careful with HiJackThis. You can nuke some important registry entries. When I used it, I nuked all of the results and it didn't hurt my system but I probably just got lucky and wouldn't recommend it unless you know what you're doing.
I would also recommment scanning with NortonAV or some other AV program. As already mentioned, you have have to turn off system restore to get rid of some viruses and parasites. Don't forget to turn it back on when you're done!
Oh, and don't forget to disconnect your internet connection when scanning, rebooting, etc.
Good luck
AV is a must...
I am not sure if these were mentioned but try the new Ad-Aware, SpyBot S&D (version 1.3 is out now I think) and Bazooka... I believe all are available at Download.com...
I like Bazooka because it tells you specifially step by step how to do a manual deletion of the spyare it finds. There are sometimes tools to delete them as well, but by running all three of these spyware programs, and antivirus as well, I have stayed malware free for over a year
I am not sure if these were mentioned but try the new Ad-Aware, SpyBot S&D (version 1.3 is out now I think) and Bazooka... I believe all are available at Download.com...
I like Bazooka because it tells you specifially step by step how to do a manual deletion of the spyare it finds. There are sometimes tools to delete them as well, but by running all three of these spyware programs, and antivirus as well, I have stayed malware free for over a year
If you know the name of the thing and know precisely that it is not attached to something else and is 100% the thing you need to get rid of go into regedit and toss it into the garbage dumpster. But if using regedit becareful you are only getting rid of the culprit and nothing else.
Webroot's Spy Sweeper is excellent!!!
I support what auto doctor said. I have had Webroot's Spy Sweeper installed for over seven months with no problems. Between Spy Sweeper and my Panda anti-virus software, the only problems I have are the ones I create myself.
Morgan,auto doctor said:
I support what auto doctor said. I have had Webroot's Spy Sweeper installed for over seven months with no problems. Between Spy Sweeper and my Panda anti-virus software, the only problems I have are the ones I create myself.
Anyone else trying the FireFox web browser?
http://www.spreadfirefox.com/?q=affiliates&id=29399&t=1
They say it'll make it harder for spyware to get into your computer.
It's made by Mozilla (Netscape)
http://www.spreadfirefox.com/?q=affiliates&id=29399&t=1
They say it'll make it harder for spyware to get into your computer.
It's made by Mozilla (Netscape)
Re: 3 pages - what took ya so long : )
i was suprised no one else said anything, given the popularity of the ipod, etcetera.pool said:
Also....
Don't forget to CAREFULLY check your add/remove programs (control panel, add/remove programs). Some spyware and toolbars actually have an uninstall feature. Check the list carefully because they often use names and icons that are easily mistaken for legitmate programs. One that comes to mind is "yoursearch". Another common one is "lop.com" If you find that name on your system and adaware can't get rid of it, then do google search to find the removal tool.
/too much experience with free porn and mp3's :
Don't forget to CAREFULLY check your add/remove programs (control panel, add/remove programs). Some spyware and toolbars actually have an uninstall feature. Check the list carefully because they often use names and icons that are easily mistaken for legitmate programs. One that comes to mind is "yoursearch". Another common one is "lop.com" If you find that name on your system and adaware can't get rid of it, then do google search to find the removal tool.
/too much experience with free porn and mp3's :
Closure requested!
How did this story end? Was the spy ware finally found and eliminated or did Morgan take a hammer to the laptop? Gee, I wonder.
jwm
How did this story end? Was the spy ware finally found and eliminated or did Morgan take a hammer to the laptop? Gee, I wonder.
jwm
there are several things that can slow down a computer. check for background processes, high network loads, a cluttered registry, memory leaks, virii, et cetera.Morgan Ellis said:
ever wondered if those software packages are the cause of your problems ... ?
I agree emacs it could be the software......... most video and DVD creation software for Windows is SHITE!!
The other problem may be the OS itself. With all that anti spyware adaware virus crap on your computer i am sure there are conflicts some where. Do you have wireless on and if so are u plugged in via ethernet also? I have worked on a windows machine plugged in and grab an ip but still have the two connections fight over who was going to connect.
The other problem may be the OS itself. With all that anti spyware adaware virus crap on your computer i am sure there are conflicts some where. Do you have wireless on and if so are u plugged in via ethernet also? I have worked on a windows machine plugged in and grab an ip but still have the two connections fight over who was going to connect.
