I tried installing ADSL USB Aztech Modem but it didn't by pass the Windows Logo, I continue with the installation, I did manage to log into the internet but with much regrets, Virus..Trojan keep on swamping into my PC. What's wrong?
2006-12-12 20:33:43 · 4 answers · asked by tea 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Scanners
The Windows Logo test is just a way to certify, that the driver for this modem was certified and tested by Microsoft, which costs a lot of money.
To keep the prices reasonable, some hardware manufacturers don't certify for a Windows Logo test. However through internal testing, they know their product works with Windows.
Your problem with getting Viruses and trojans cannot be solved by this Logo Test.
To solve your virus infestation:
Get a good virus scanner. A free (and good) scanner is provided at the link below.
Make sure you only have one Virus scanner installed at one time.
Keep your Windows up to date by visiting http://update.microsoft.com
There are a some programming errors in windows, that got found after Windows was shipped, and these Updates repair these security holes.
Only go online as a User *without* administrative privileges.
Create a new User called e.g. "Surfer", that has a restricted user account via Start-->Control Panel-->User accounts.
After creating this user (make sure he has restricted user rights) log off and log on with your new Surfer account.
Then go on line.
You cannot install software with this account, but neither can Spyware and Viruses install themselves while you surf as a restricted user.
To keep safe in the future remember these simple steps:
1: Use an up to date Virus scanner.
2: Keep your Windows up to date.
3: As long as you can do everything in Windows, so can Viruses and other malicious software do everything. Restrict your rights while being on line, and you restrict malicious software to do any harm.
2006-12-12 21:06:04 · answer #1 · answered by Arminator 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
windows logo testing wouldn't have anything to do with the virus/trojan attack, all it is essentially is that the company that made the modem didn't pay microsoft a bunch of cash to authenticate their hardware as being MS compatable. i think you will find that the problem lies in the antivirus software you are using. so what antivirus are you using? please give details.
2006-12-12 20:39:22 · answer #2 · answered by mrs microchipper 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
howdy, in case your workstation recognizes different USB memory sticks then there must be something incorrect with the only you're attempting. Take it lower back to the save and wager a recognition variety memory stick. wish this helps, Al
2016-11-26 00:28:10 · answer #3 · answered by belous 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Downlaod an updated driver for the modem. Visit the manufacturer's website.
2006-12-12 20:36:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋