i need to stop an advert that tells me windows requires immediate attention and telling me to download registr

Question

this is the message in a grey box in the centre of my screen every minute
STOP windows requires immediate attention to fix errors
download registry update from www.regfixit.com
install
run registry update
reboot computer
failire to act may lead to system failure a different address comes up with every advert and when i go to the site its just to sign up for costly goods. i might add that it tells me when i register for these goods all the adverts will stop .

Answer 1

You have a severe problem, you need to run an aggressive spyware/adware scan to dump this trash where it belongs. Download and run Lavasoft Ad-aware SE Personal (free for personal use) and Spysweeper from Webroot ( a trail version that you can use for 30 days)

Answer 2

Smother your PC in more protection. I assume you have a Firewall and anti-virus software that is up to date. Next, make sure your pop-up blocker is switched on (Internet Options on Tools). The have Ad-Aware and Spybot installed and running. Finally, don't visit dodgy web sites!

Answer 3

It sounds like you have spyware.
You may need to switch off System Restore as back up files may 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 home use;

You need to install one firewall.
The Windows firewall doesn't stop malware on your pc from dialling out.
http://www.zonelabs.com Zone Alarm firewall OR
http://www.comodogroup.com/ - Comodo firewall.

You need to install one anti virus;
http://free.grisoft.com/freeweb.php/doc/2/ -AVG anti virus or
http://www.avast.com - Avast Antivirus

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 manages 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.

Answer 4

No, it really is not for authentic. do not ever get carry of something once you get that message. it really is secret agent ware. get carry of Spybot search for & smash. that is a loose and valid software and run a bot verify on your pc. this can do away with any secret agent ware it truly is on your pc and with slightly of success do away with the stressful message.

Answer 5

If the ad is popping up in your browser then get a pop-up blocker.