I ran my Norton Anti Virus 2006 already, and it didn't detect anything. Internet Explorer keeps poping up with these advertisements. It's probably adware or spyware. But I can't seem to get rid of it, what can I do? And also when I type, I know I'm typing, but its slow(I type 75-80wpm!). And sometimes when I type, It doesn't enter anything. It will freeze for a bit, an not enter my words. Help!
2007-02-24 13:35:52 · 10 answers · asked by ajkinkycuffs 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
Its probably spy ware. I would suggest running your computer in safe-mode with networking and run your anti-virus just to make sure that it isn't one of those hard to detect viruses. If it is not one of those you can try downloading some free spy-ware software, but I don't recommend it because many times they are spy-ware as well. If you don't mind paying I suggest buying defender pro for about $20 its cheap but it does keep your computer free from viruses and spy-ware not to mention some other handy stuff.
2007-02-24 13:47:09 · answer #1 · answered by zinistir 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
(1) If you have not already scanned your comp with spybot do that now .Update it and then run it so it gets rid of all the spyware and trojans in safe mode
(2) Do an online virus scan to check if you still have any other viruses in your computer. And let us know if the online virus scan still finds any virus or spyware .
(3) Get you self a good antivirus or a free one if your present anti virus is not protecting you .
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2007-02-24 13:45:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try downloading Spyware Terminator and run a scan with it. According to PC World tests, Spybot - Search and Destroy perfomed the absolute worst and detected only 20% of malware. ST performs much better in my personal tests.
http://www.spywareterminator.com
2007-02-24 14:11:04 · answer #3 · answered by wiiρlυѕ 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you need to get an adware spyware sweeper to remove the browser hijacker hopefully u can catch it in time -- i would disconnect the computer from the internet and run a full virus scan and a adware scan
2007-02-24 13:43:34 · answer #4 · answered by Ted S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-02-24 15:41:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try going to http://www.prevx1.com and download the 30 day trial...Its a 30 day trial but still takes care of viruses, it even finds some that other virus scanners can't detect....It found 4 different malware on my computer that my mcafee wouldn't find....It searches for trjans, worms, spyware..etc...give it a try...
2007-02-24 13:51:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Goto Lavasoft and download the free "Ad-aware" run it and keep it up to date. I also use in conjunction Yahoo toolbar. I toggle "ON" the anti pop-up tool, and the Anti-Spy tool.
Works for me.
2007-02-24 21:43:18 · answer #7 · answered by devil dogs 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I highly recommend superantispyware. It will fix this problem. It is very effective and it is also free.I also recommend advanced windows care. It will fix lots of computer problems. It is also free.
2007-02-24 14:30:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
google spybot search and destroy-use that program-also use avg free antivirus.
that should fix you right up
2007-02-24 13:39:59 · answer #9 · answered by WowCrafter 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
on an internet page.
Go To...
Tools
Popup blocker
And turn it on
Also check your blocker settings
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2007-02-24 13:52:30 · answer #10 · answered by Elaine B 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋