Ok so its been like a week since my computer has started going crazzy w/ pop-ups, i usually get NONE!! and it's been working slower and freezing up every second!! and i did like a million anti-virus scans [[including norton]] and nothing seems to work!! plz help any suggestions?! thx!
2007-07-26 06:06:02 · 6 answers · asked by GoRgeOus ♥ 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
Wait so does that mean someone is trieng to get into my comp., or take my passwords or soemthing?! grr i hate this..
2007-07-26 06:18:41 · update #1
The ad-ware is asking for a serial number where do i find that?1
2007-07-26 06:25:31 · update #2
Your computer is infected with spyware.
Spyware is a program with the main objective of monitoring users activities. But it can also steal private information, install unwanted software, redirect browsers to other websites than the ones the user wants to visit or even displays advertisements.
You are infected with spyware if:
* You see too much pop-up advertisements.
* Your browser has toolbars that you haven't installed.
* Your homepage has changed (and you can't change it back).
* Other settings have changed without your permission.
* Your computer is slow.
To get rid of spyware and keep your computer clean you have to use an antispyware or even more. You can download free antispyware software from http://www.kiete.com/antispyware.html
2007-07-26 06:11:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pop ups are usually caused by spyware/adware,,,Anti-Virus is not good at removing spywares,The best way to get rid of spywares,adwares,trojans and pop up is using a best anti-spyware to protect your computer.You must have 1 or 2 antispyware on your computer to protect your computer.Of course there are many solutions exist, all of them with their own strengths and weaknesses.So which anti-spyware is the most suited for your system? You can find out by reading in-depth reviews and comparisons of TOP 5 anti-spywares... some really great tips and links to Spyware removal programs.
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http://www.spywaredetectors.info
You can download and scan your computer for free.
Good luck!
2007-07-27 03:45:25 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You problem is caused by spyware. Use the programs below to solve your issue.
Download, update and run Spybot---http://www.safer-networking.org/... . Don't forget to use the Immunize feature.
Download, update and run Adaware---http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaw...
Now to prevent spyware from being installed in the first place....
Download SpywareBlaster---http://majorgeeks.com/download2859.html
SpywareBlaster doesn't scan and clean for spyware - it prevents it from ever being installed.
It's main features include:
- Prevent the installation of ActiveX-based spyware, adware, browser hijackers, dialers, and other potentially unwanted pests.
- Block spyware/tracking cookies in Internet Explorer and Mozilla/Firefox.
- Restrict the actions of potentially dangerous sites in Internet Explorer.
2007-07-26 13:49:03 · answer #3 · answered by rlh242424 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Those are caused by spyware, not a virus. I would recommend you run your anti-spyware programs, or use a free one off of the internet like adaware.
http://www.lavasoftusa.com/products/ad_aware_free.php
2007-07-26 13:12:14 · answer #4 · answered by teepeetop 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you have spyware. Try downloading the free adaware software from www.lavasoft.com.
2007-07-26 13:10:20 · answer #5 · answered by Fester Frump 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ad Aware. And Firefox. If you're getting pop ups at this point, you are using internet explorer. http://www.firefox.com
2007-07-26 13:25:27 · answer #6 · answered by Ford Prefect 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋