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Solve : can't connect to certain websites, am I hijacked??

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You can try this first instead of reinstalling.

Do you have an XP CD?

If so, place it in your CD ROM drive and follow the instructions below:

  • Click on Start > Run and type sfc /scannow then press Enter (note the space between scf and /scannow)
    • Let this run undisturbed until the window with the BLUE progress bar goes away
SFC - Which stands for System File Checker, retrieves the correct version of the file from %Systemroot%\System32\Dllcache or the Windows installation source files, and then replaces the incorrect file.

If you want to see what was replaced, right-click My Computer and click on Manage.
In the new window that appears, expand the Event Viewer (by clicking on the + symbol next to it) and then click on System.Thanks so much for all of your help. I did that last step and the problem remained the same. I decided to reformat and reinstall. The problem is the same. I can't GET in touch with the local end of my ISP to discuss this issue, so will be going in person to their office tomorrow to appraise them of the situation. Hopefully it is not my NIC as it is integrated on my motherboard. Just wanted to let ya'll know after all of that, it was my ISP after all. Whatever the problem on their end, it is now fixed. Thanks for letting us know.

  • Click START then RUN
  • Now type Combofix /u in the runbox
  • Make sure there's a space between Combofix and /u
  • Then hit Enter.
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The above procedure will:
  • Delete:
    • ComboFix and its associated files and folders.
    • VundoFix backups, if present
    • The C:\Deckard folder, if present
    • The C:_OtMoveIt folder, if present
    • Reset the CLOCK settings.
    • Hide file extensions, if required.
    • Hide System/Hidden files, if required.
    • Set a new, clean Restore Point.
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    Download OTMoveIt2 by OldTimer OTMoveIt2.exe and place it on your desktop. (unless you already have it installed)

    1. Double click OTMoveIt2.exe to launch it.
    Vista users right click and choose Run As Administrator
    2. Click on the CleanUp! button.
    3. OTMoveIt2 will download a list from the Internet, if your firewall or other defensive programs alerts you, allow it access.
    4. Click YES at the next prompt (list downloaded, Do you want to begin cleanup process?)
    5. Once complete exit out of OTMoveIt2

    Check out Keeping Yourself Safe On The Web for tips and free tools to help KEEP you safe in the future.

    Also see Slow Computer? It May Not Be Malware for free cleaning/maintenance tools to help keep your computer running smooth.


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