Computers & Internet - 17 November 2007

Ok, this isn't a repeat question. My computer is infected and gets the fake "Critical Error","You have Malware. Click here to download Free Spyware." The thing is that there is a virus on my computer, and I went to all of these "free" sights to get the software and they all require me to put a credit card number in . The viruses on my computer are monitoring my computer to capture my keystrokes and get cc info, so that's out of the question. So I need to know if there are any antivirus/malware programs that are truly free without having to give my credit card information.

2007-11-17 04:06:09 · 7 answers · asked by babyface 2 in Security

2007-11-17 04:03:16 · 2 answers · asked by steven25t 7 in Other - Computers

What is the Windows experience rating for Nvidia Geforce 8500GT
and please mention whether u hve 256 or 512 MB.

2007-11-17 04:01:44 · 2 answers · asked by namit 2 in Add-ons

2007-11-17 03:58:18 · 2 answers · asked by polecat094 3 in Monitors

what is a process in a linux system?

2007-11-17 03:56:10 · 2 answers · asked by ronald.carson 1 in Software

Trouble with Virgin PC Guard

2007-11-17 03:51:40 · 10 answers · asked by David J 2 in Computer Networking

Can I add a picture, image to my outgoing emails like I have my signature ?

2007-11-17 03:47:43 · 1 answers · asked by I Love Jesus 5 in Other - Computers

what i want to do is do a big wipeout of the entire hd, i made a hp recovery disk yesterday... but anyways i backed up all my important stuff like: music,pictures...etc w/ norton ghost and it backed up all of the stuff to a folder... but once i format my hd, those files that were backed up w/ norton ghost will be erased won't it be? if so, is there any way that i can backup the files somewhere... i have about almost close to 5 GB of files and the upload would take forever, and also i tried partioning with many things, first i tried computer management>disk management then tried it there, but it didn't show an option to add a new partion and i tried partionmagic, and i dont have a dvd burner to burn em to i only have a dvd player.

2007-11-17 03:39:45 · 5 answers · asked by Jake 5 in Other - Hardware

2007-11-17 03:37:46 · 33 answers · asked by trixibel 6 in Security

i want to upgrade my t5450 cpu for something thats got a 800mhz bus and 2+ghz , i know all the intel core2 duo cpu
specs from intels site but they dont say what socket they use so please could you tell me what socket this chip works in so i dont have to take my laptop to bits just yet !!

2007-11-17 03:30:13 · 2 answers · asked by nickhow100 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-11-17 03:26:18 · 4 answers · asked by TD Euwaite? 6 in Security

I have an Epsom perfection 610 scanner. I've had it for almost 7 yrs. I'm tired of the dust issue. The labor and time of using rubber stamp or noise filters. Now I have an important home project and want the best quality image. I don't really see any easy way to get it apart..and how would I prevent it? Should I just get a new sacnner or does this eventually happen to the best of 'em?
Thanks.

2007-11-17 03:24:58 · 3 answers · asked by monkey 3 in Scanners

what things should i try?

2007-11-17 03:17:57 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

Have tried users guide no help need to see monitoring screen inks out but not a clue which one help

2007-11-17 03:14:25 · 4 answers · asked by ALISON H 1 in Printers

2007-11-17 03:13:27 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

I was given a desk top computer and it was built in 1998 but has internet soft ware and all that. Problem is I try to get onto my internet useing phone line but appearently there's no modem??? Yet there's a huge list of different modems to click on and "add" So, how can I connect to my internet account???

2007-11-17 03:08:51 · 6 answers · asked by crunchies4eternity 1 in Computer Networking

I only have a 300W power supply and I want to run this card: http://www.amazon.com/BFG-GeForce-7800-GDDR3-Graphics/dp/B000EH5A5Y

What would happen? The card calls for 400W.

2007-11-17 03:07:07 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

I recently visited Jordan and while there, somebody else (a so called expert) changed my internet settings so that I could access a local network. Unfortunately, now I'm back in the UK I can't connect to my home network. My connection manager can 'see' the network and even says it is connected, but when I use IE or Firefox I get nothing (page cannot be displayed/proxy server refusing connections). I have a BT home hub and have accessed the admin area and looked at the settings, everything appears to be fine. I have checked the WEP keys are correct, rebooted, disabled firewalls, etc and can't think of anything else to try. Any suggestions/help would be greatly appreciated.

2007-11-17 03:04:57 · 2 answers · asked by technodai 3 in Computer Networking

I have a classic hub that does NOT have switching technology. An article I read a while back stated that a switched/hub is more efficient for a little home network. Should I invest in a switch/hub and discard my loyal, trusted Hub-only technology? What is the benefit of the switch technology?

2007-11-17 02:58:51 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computer Networking

I want high speed because I want to do medical transcription from my home. I need to know if this means I need another separate line just for high speed access.

2007-11-17 02:57:12 · 10 answers · asked by Queen 2 in Computer Networking

i rebooted my labtop and install all the drivers but i cannot connect to the internet with my router

2007-11-17 02:52:12 · 6 answers · asked by lil_po_804 1 in Computer Networking

and where do i insert it ?

2007-11-17 02:50:30 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computer Networking

okay,I can use a computer but I'm really illiterate about GB,MB,RAM,MEMORY.I know a little but not enough.it's for my 18 y/o art school son,graphic designs,etc.please give brands,specs I need and best prices if possible.Walmart had that Acer but I read it had very little space?thanks,all.

2007-11-17 02:31:52 · 8 answers · asked by susan e 4 in Laptops & Notebooks

I've had Vista Home Premium for awhile, and am becoming more cautious about updates to the point of turning off the auto-update function. There are plenty of people who are superstituous about it, and the large number of the updates bother me for fear of driver stability and for my changes to remain untouched.
The Vista FAQs don't seem to offer any specific information about updating, only to "do it" for security and w/e other reasons. Are there people who keep track of what each new update does, anyone here notice unauthorized changes after updating? I want to keep updated in terms of improved compatibility and so on, but are some people right to worry about updates or is it just superstition?

2007-11-17 02:29:04 · 3 answers · asked by scott_fl 2 in Software

2007-11-17 02:27:18 · 3 answers · asked by twisdy 1 in Other - Computers

Well AVG Free Edition justed picked up a Trojan Horse Downloader.Generic6.KQB the file that was infected was
C:/Documents and Settings/All users/Application Data/NexonUS/NGM/NGM.exe. So should I let this file be or maybe I should get rid of it,also should I just leave the Trojan Horse Downloader in the Virus Vault or maybe do something to get rid of this?, and that heard t this has something to do with spyware so am I going to need some anti spyware programs? Please help x-x I really need the help

Thanks in Advance

2007-11-17 02:26:28 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Security

Seems everytime I try to get rid of it my computer freezes, it is loaded with a bunch of corrupt files

2007-11-17 02:24:15 · 2 answers · asked by budson45 1 in Security

i've hered there is two kinds, the normal installation, and the oem disk, if possiable which would be the better one for me.

as i am going to buy a new system unit , and would also like to install it on this one as well but i don't think you can do that but not sure......can i install the same disk on two computers in the same house .....as i've found out this one has an illeagle copy of windows on it

2007-11-17 02:16:49 · 7 answers · asked by carlito 1 in Software

i have a 256kbps bsnl broadband connection with a modem and a pc connected to it.
Now i have got a laptop and i need to share the internet on both pc and laptop,how can i do it?
will the speed get reduced?

I will be grateful for all those who answer me.
regards

2007-11-17 02:16:43 · 3 answers · asked by Friendasking4help 1 in Computer Networking

I have a HP Pavillion desktop and have had absolutely no problems with it, but i want to get rid of the desktop clutter.
I use the computer primarily for e-mail, playing online games, nothing very graphic things like poker. Have never bought a game but may in the future. I do use a printer a lot. Have never downloaded music or videos. What would you suggest I get ? I have highspeed cable internet and a lot of folders with saved sights so i do need space. Would like to stick to an HP because I have been very happy with it.

2007-11-17 02:14:12 · 2 answers · asked by vivib 6 in Laptops & Notebooks