I'm going to fdisk and re-install windows. If I back up some of my files, will they infect the fresh installation?
2007-12-23 10:25:40 · 2 answers · asked by ccc 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
I got the virus from a link I clicked on myspace.com. I ran a norton scan twice and the virus is still there.
2007-12-23 15:14:53 · update #1
I agree, the mp3s are most likely the source of your infection. Install a good antivirus scanner and antispyware programs and thoroughly scan your pc. Also most windows errors/problems can be resolved without installing the entire OS. This can be a time consuming and tedious process especially if you don't have driver/recovery disks, etc. If you are planning to reinstall your entire OS to get rid of this very minor infection I would highly advise otherwise. Try Avast Home Edition and Spyware Doctor Starter Edition to clean out your pc. These programs are completely free available on download.com and will save you a lot of time and headaches (especially if you have never done a re-install before). Trust me, I do this for a living!
Good Luck and Happy Holidays!
2007-12-23 10:52:09 · answer #1 · answered by Hugh J's Daddy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mp3's is prolly where you got it from. So i wouldn't keep any of them, unless you know for sure. Your pictures will be fine
2007-12-23 18:33:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋