2006-12-10 08:25:26 · 7 answers · asked by lsjs_uk 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
Try these. They work and they are free:
Run the tool and then download the free spyware and virus protection programs:
Malicious virus removal tool:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/malwareremove/default.mspx
Ad-Aware Free download:
http://www.lavasoft.de/software/adaware/...
AVG Download free
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1
Yahoo Toolbar has good pop-up blocker:
http://toolbar.yahoo.com/
Good luck
2006-12-10 08:28:14 · answer #1 · answered by phy333 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many of these answers are good but another alternative depends on your router. If you have a modern router, ie Linksys, Belkin or Netgear rather than the standard ISP set up modem then you also have a built in firewall. In this router you can add any URL's to a block list and your router will filter these out so that they cannot annoy you any longer.
All the best and good luck.
2006-12-11 08:01:14 · answer #2 · answered by jayblade50 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to run an anti spyware in Safe Mode.
You may need to switch off System Restore as back up files will be hiding in there, and it will just restore itself. Go to Start - programs - accessories - system tools - system restore.
Run your anti virus and anti spyware in Safe Mode. To get into Safe Mode repeatedly press the F8 key after the bios screen loads but before Windows loads. You'll know if you made it because the screen will be at 800 x 600 and your pc will be slow.
Then beef up your security. Its easier to prevent malware getting on to your sytem in the first place rather than trying to remove it. All the following programs are free for personal use;
You need all three anti spyware programs;
http://www.ewido.net - AVG(Ewido) anti trojan.
http://www.lavasoft.com - Ad-Aware SE Personal anti adware
http://www.safer-networking.org - Spybot Search and Destroy anti spyware. Use the Teatimer settings to protect Internet Explorer, and the Immuniser to stop malware getting on your pc.
Also use Microsoft Defender and their online scans.
And these are useful utilities;
http://www.mozilla.com/ - Firefox web browser.
http://www.ccleaner.com Cr*pcleaner Registry cleaner and privacy tool
Winpatrol is a handy utility that tracks cookies on your pc and stops unwanted changes to your startup folder.
http://www.winpatrol.com
Spywareblaster works with Internet Explorer and Firefox. It won't uninstall spyware that is already on your pc, but it will prevent hijacks and other malicious changes to your browser.
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com
http://www.siteadvisor.com -MacAffee Site Advisor warns about malware on sites you are about to visit.
http://spywarewarrior.com/rogue_anti-spyware.htm - The Spyware Warrior site identifies fake anti spyware programs.
https://www.grc.com - Shields Up security site, check your firewall works.
Remember to update and run all of you anti malware programs at least once a week.
2006-12-10 08:31:49 · answer #3 · answered by sarah c 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
go to windows downloads type search VM890830-Vi.22.its a win 32 scanner for Trojans. 3 different settings on it.when you download click save option not run are you will have to keep going through same process.tip do it in safe boot,turn off system restore they hide in there until you run a restore
2006-12-11 01:55:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get rid of Norton...it is hopeless. It's intrusive and awkward to use. It seems to be very problematic when it comes already installed...I had it on my first PC. I changed it asap. I've just gone with Mc Afee or Bitdefender8(a freebee)...also AVG since then...everyone has their favorite...always backed up with SPYBOT.
2006-12-10 08:31:27 · answer #5 · answered by minitheminx65 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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I suggest you download AOL Active Virus Shield, It's based on the popular Kaspersky Lab Virus Killer.
It removes viruses, spyware, trojans and as it's based on kaspersky lab it removes 100% of viruses in the wild.
There's links and also a great walkthrough with a step by step guide: http://walkthroughwizard.info/
2006-12-10 09:23:47 · answer #6 · answered by radicalfunscout 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure your pop up is on.
2006-12-10 08:53:22 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋