2007-03-16 21:16:46 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
Run an Ad-Aware or Spybot Search and Destroy scan on your computer. You can find both of them for download at download.com.
2007-03-16 21:19:31 · answer #1 · answered by Pwnzordz 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Forget all pop-up blockers and adware programs. They wont help under certain circumstances.
goto http://www.hijackthis.de and download the utility hijackthis.exe
DO FOLLOW the instructions to install the program and run it accordingly.
Once the program scans your computer, copy the content in the log file and paste it in the box on http://www.hijackthis.de
(Note: Dont remove the 'check' from 'Show the visitors ratings').
Now, you can understand what malicious software is installed on your computer which is causing those pop-ups and ads.
This is so far THE BEST tool I have found and I use it daily many a times. I'm a troubleshooter working for DELL :o)
2007-03-17 05:04:08 · answer #2 · answered by adlinkex 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The popups could be the result of spyware - to find out, go to this page - http://www.malwaresolutions.com/tools_spyware.html and download, install and update - SpyBot Search & Destroy and AdAware
Then restart your computer in Safe Mode (tap the F8 key while your computer begins the boot process - read more about Safe Mode here - http://www.vermontpcsolutions.com/how_to_start_in_safe_mode.html
and run both programs (one at a time please) and see what spyware/adware they find.
The next thing I would do is install free anti-virus as well - it can't hurt! go here - http://www.vermontpcsolutions.com/tools_anti_virus.html and download, install and update AVG Anti-Virus - then start in Safe Mode are run a virus scan.
Next, I would download Mozilla Firefox (it is an alternate web browser - (much better than Internet Explorer) - you can find it here - http://www.vermontpcsolutions.com/tools_browsers_firefox.html
This will come with the Google Toolbar which (as someone else mentioned - has a built in pop-up blocker).
Good luck and I hope this helps!
2007-03-17 05:09:48 · answer #3 · answered by VPC 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Here is a simple tutorial on how to cleanup your computer. They are real basic steps, but it is a good first step to take and will often clean out 95% of the junk (such as spyware, viruses, etc) off your computer. All the tools used are free of use. Here is the link:
http://www.cleancomputerhelp.com/how-to-cleanup
2007-03-18 00:13:15 · answer #4 · answered by patrick j 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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.
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
http://www.bitdefender.co.uk/site/Main/view/Download-Free-Products.html - Bitdefender 8 doesn't run in the background and can be used as a second back up anti virus.
You need all these anti spyware programs;
http://www.ewido.net - AVG(Ewido) anti trojan.
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.
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
Plus;
http://www.lavasoft.com - Ad-Aware SE Personal anti adware
And these are useful utilities;
http://www.mozilla.com/ - Firefox web browser.
https://addons.mozilla.org/search.php?q=ad+block&type=A&app=firefox - Adblock Plus
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
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.
Also, remember to enable the pop up blocker in your web browser at Tools - Internet Options.
2007-03-17 10:38:55 · answer #5 · answered by sarah c 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get Yahoo or Google Toolbar. Both have popup blocking features and come loaded with useful stuff.
2007-03-17 04:27:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Download Ad-Aware and Spybot search and destroy from www.download.com
Run a scan on both things and this will clear it straight away.
Also, try a Virus/ Spyware Scan.
2007-03-17 06:17:02 · answer #7 · answered by calipornication 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Run AdAware and don't go to filthy sites lol Make your own filth if you want some fun hehehehe
2007-03-17 04:21:53 · answer #8 · answered by Mum-Ra 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wipe your pc, reformat, and stay away from the sites
2007-03-17 04:19:45 · answer #9 · answered by lulu 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋