My bro's computer has this background that says "spyware infected" or something along those lines. I've searched this forum, and Lalala also had the same problem, but it doesn't appear to have a resolution.
Secondly, I've run adaware and spybot dozens of times on his computer, and popups continually appear.
Hmm..maybe you need a more advanced version. But you would of course have to buy it. What browser is your bro using? If you're usng Internet Explorer, switch to Firefox can make a big difference. Also, does he have his firewall on?
He's using firefox. But they just keep on popping up.
I'll look into the firewall.
try this and see what it picks up.
http://www.pandasoftware.com/activescan/
oh and do a full system scan.
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Are you continually updating Spybot? And is the Immunize System function enabled?
You can try running this too. http://www.spywareinfo.com/xscan.php
It could be that some files are just leftover on the system, if you can identify them, you can clean them up manually in the registery (I don't recommend it if you're not sure what you're doing though)
On a related note, recently I keep getting some kind of Trojan Horse infection and I have no idea where it's coming from. It seems like it just randomly appears.
On a related note, recently I keep getting some kind of Trojan Horse infection and I have no idea where it's coming from. It seems like it just randomly appears.
keep your Windows firewall and a Zone-alarm-ish commercial firewall up at all times. if it still comes up, then its probably already embedded in your system and not coming from your network. a full anti-virus scan should do the trick. if all else fails, then re-format.
oh and HijackThis is also very helpful for removing the crap that creeps up ur registry/processes.
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keep your Windows firewall and a Zone-alarm-ish commercial firewall up at all times. if it still comes up, then its probably already embedded in your system and not coming from your network. a full anti-virus scan should do the trick. if all else fails, then re-format.
I don't have a firewall. :{ This is the first time I've ever had any virus problems. I scanned my computer, but 1 file was not removeable. I really don't want to reformat. >.< But if I have to…
I tried searching for information on the particular virus, but could find none. I have used hyjackthis in the past, I could try that.
HijackThis doesnt remove viruses though, its mostly for the spyware crap. But you could try.
This would be a good time to get some sort of firewall also.
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I guess…this computer is just getting old, can't update a lot of stuff. Are there any free firewalls that are good?
The good ones are Zone Alarm and Agnitum. Buy they're the 30-day trial softwares. The real free ones arent really that good, imo.
(Cracks for these things are easy to find though, so it doesnt really matter)
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If you buy a new computer, it should come with firewall. You can try Bullguard. It's laggy; but protective. Also, it's a 30 day trial period, or 60. Anyways, you have to remove the trial version before the trial ends. Then reinstall it.
The good ones are Zone Alarm and Agnitum. Buy they're the 30-day trial softwares. The real free ones arent really that good, imo.
(Cracks for these things are easy to find though, so it doesnt really matter)
no, that can't be. I used to have a free zone alarm and it wasn't a trial version. Cosmic, do you have a mac or a pc? I learned that XP has it's own firewall, hense I don't use zone alarm any more.
I learned that XP has it's own firewall, hense I don't use zone alarm any more.
win xp firewall isnt really that good, that's why it needs to get patched up (service packs) every few days weeks.
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I've decided to copy over my version of Mcafee Firewall that I got for free from Verizon over to my brother's computer.
win xp firewall isnt really that good, that's why it needs to get patched up (service packs) every few
daysweeks.
I was told it was fine by the guys at the pc store? (If they were going to lie to me, why wouldn't they tell me to buy one of their super duper firewalls instead?) If that is indeed so, would you say zone alarm is better, then?
I'm planning on getting a new comp within 3-6 months, and that will solve a lot of my problems. (I have a PC, can't afford a mac).
I'm planning on getting a new comp within 3-6 months, and that will solve a lot of my problems. (I have a PC, can't afford a mac).
If you don't play games this should suit your needs.
http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wo/0.RSLID?mco=B3C47B0&nclm=Macmini
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I was told it was fine by the guys at the pc store? (If they were going to lie to me, why wouldn't they tell me to buy one of their super duper firewalls instead?) If that is indeed so, would you say zone alarm is better, then?
Windows firewall is not very reliable, but I'm not saying its necessary to get another one though. if you want to be extra careful or if you think you are very susceptible afraid of getting trojans/viruses, then yes, another firewall to go with your windows would be better indeed.
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it wouldn't "go with" it. Windows firewall automaticly disables it's self as soon as you use another one.
it wouldn't "go with" it. Windows firewall automaticly disables it's self as soon as you use another one.
yes, it does automatically turn off, but you CAN turn it back on.
no, Windows firewall CAN operate alongside other firewalls.
yes, there is a free version of ZoneAlarm, no trials, but it only has its basic firewall in it. no spyware protection, no antivirus, etc.
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oh, i guess that makes sence. "duh" :P but who needs 2 firewalls.
and yes, it's just a firewall, but then I have spybot, and antivirus protection. (forget the name)
ppl like me would install 2 firewalls.. haha.. XD
I dont use windows much though, so I guess I'm not really as susceptible to viruses as others. (thank God for Linux)
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@Ein:
If you don't play games this should suit your needs.
http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wo/0.RSLID?mco=B3C47B0&nclm=Macmini
Not bad, but doesn't quite suit my needs. I can get almost the same thing but more memory and better video card for almost half the price as a PC :P
Incidentally, one firewall I will never get is Norton's. It's sooo annoying. Norton in general is a pain.
Without deviation from the norm, progress is not possible. - Frank Zappa
ppl like me would install 2 firewalls.. haha.. XD
I dont use windows much though, so I guess I'm not really as susceptible to viruses as others. (thank God for Linux)
ah, wow, I never thought about that before, but your right. (different opperating sytems are programed differently, therefore will not react the same to different viruses.) I heard Linux is not for begginners though?
ah, wow, I never thought about that before, but your right. (different opperating sytems are programed differently, therefore will not react the same to different viruses.) I heard Linux is not for begginners though?
actually, one of the reasons would be that Windows operating system is not a very well-written OS. There are holes all over it, thats why they give u patches every few days/weeks. The fact that its not open-source gives it a lot of disadvantage also, since you dont know how it works internally, you cant fix those holes yourself. Thats the beauty with open source, like Linux, there's always a community wherein when a problem or error comes up, that group of ppl can fix that problem sooner, if not immediately. The code would probably be better written as well.
Also, aside from being poorly written, Windows also carries with it the fun of being the most widely used OS in the world. Hackers love that. Virus /Trojan makers love that fact too and use that to their advantage. Whats the fun of attacking tech savvy ppl? (ie. most Linux users)
There are quite a few user-friendly Linux distrobutions out there actually. Like Ubuntu, Mandriva, and Fedora Core. It feels like you're using Windows, at certain times. lol. Of course, you need to get used to its filesystem and inner workings, but imo, its worth it. (and fun too 
)
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ahh, from that first paragraph, it sounds too scary for me right now. (programing is not my specialty) But paragraph 2 would be something nice to escape from
ahh sorry, I get lost in my ramblings sometimes. :)
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Norton in general is a pain.
What do you mean?
I use Norton, is there anything important I need to know?
I installed it on my niece's computer, it seems like all it did was slow it down and hog memory. I found the functions overall confusing. The free SBC antivirus program works better than it did.
My boyfriend's dad has Norton antivirus and firewall, and they have to keep turning it off because it causes problems with other functions.
I'm sure it's fine for some people, but maybe not for people who aren't completely computer literate. :3
Without deviation from the norm, progress is not possible. - Frank Zappa
I installed it on my niece's computer, it seems like all it did was slow it down and hog memory. I found the functions overall confusing. The free SBC antivirus program works better than it did.
My boyfriend's dad has Norton antivirus and firewall, and they have to keep turning it off because it causes problems with other functions.I'm sure it's fine for some people, but maybe not for people who aren't completely computer literate. :3
I see. Do you have a link to SBC antivirus? I'm searching for it, but nothing is coming up.
You can't just get it, it only comes with SBC Global internet service. :/
Looks like I'm stuck with Norton then. Thank you for the info.
I think Norton should be fine for you if you aren't already having trouble, just make sure you keep updating it.
http://www.download.com/AVG-Anti-Virus-Free-Edition/3000-2239_4-10543927.html?tag=lst-0-2
I used this before I got a new computer with other anti-virus software. My computer Savy uncle recomended it. It worked ok for me. and it's free.
