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Answer» The link for BitDefender takes me to what becomes Quickscan which shows no errors. It doesn't produce a report, and there are no tabs on the online display.Quote from: dc4580 on October 09, 2012, 09:16:11 PM The link for BitDefender takes me to what becomes Quickscan which shows no errors. It doesn't produce a report, and there are no tabs on the online display.Ok, how's your computer running now? Any other issues?No. Boot-up and processing seem to be going fine. Seems like no after-effects from the two infections. So, just two more items: 1.) Was my inability to do some of these scans due to anything other than changes to websites that might have recently taken place? and 2.) I need to dump McAfee as it couldn't catch a cold much less a virus, so I will need suggestions for software that will handle AV and Firewall. If you would have a recommendation of a suite or mix-and-match, I am all ears. Quote Was my inability to do some of these scans due to anything other than changes to websites that might have recently taken place?It's difficult to say without SITTING down in front of the computer. Quote I need to dump McAfee as it couldn't catch a cold much less a virus, so I will need suggestions for software that will handle AV and Firewall. If you would have a recommendation of a suite or mix-and-match, I am all ears.We'll do some cleanup and I'll also provide that information. To uninstall ComboFix
(Note: Make sure there's a space between the word ComboFix and the forward-slash.)
Click Start> Computer> right click the C Drive and choose Properties> enter Click DISK Cleanup from there. Click OK on the Disk Cleanup Screen. Click Yes on the Confirmation screen. This runs the Disk Cleanup utility along with other selections if you have chosen any. (if you had a lot System Restore points, you will see a significant change in the free space in C drive) ************************************************************** Remember to only install one ANTIVIRUS! 1) Avast! Home Edition 2) AVG Free Edition 3) Avira AntiVir Personal 4) Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows Vista\Windows 7 - 64 bit Download 4-a) Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows XP 5) Comodo Antivirus (Uncheck during installation "Install Comodo SafeSurf..", Make Comodo my default search provider" and "Make Comodo Search my homepage" if you choose this one) 6) PC Tools AntiVirus Free Edition 7) ThreatFire It is strongly recommended that you run only one antivirus program at a time. Having more than one antivirus program active in memory uses additional resources and can result in program conflicts and false virus alerts. If you choose to install more than one antivirus program on your computer, then only one of them should be active in memory at a time. I'm very pleased with MicroSoft Security Essentials. Very effective and very lightweight. *************************************************************** Remember only install ONE firewall 1) Comodo Personal Firewall (Uncheck during installation "Install Comodo SafeSurf..", Make Comodo my default search provider" and "Make Comodo Search my homepage" and uncheck any HopSurf and/or Ask.com options if you choose this one) 2) Online Armor 3) Agnitum Outpost 4) PC Tools Firewall Plus If you are using the built-in Windows XP firewall, it is not recommended as it does not block outgoing connections. This means that any malware on your computer is free to "phone home" for more instructions. Simply put, Windows XP contains a mediocre firewall. This firewall is NO replacement for a dedicated software solution. Remember to use only one firewall at the same time. ********************************************************************** Go to Microsoft Windows Update and get all critical updates. ---------- I suggest using WOT - Web of Trust. WOT is a free Internet security addon for your browser. It will keep you safe from online scams, identity theft, spyware, spam, viruses and unreliable shopping sites. WOT warns you before you interact with a risky website. It's easy and it's free. SpywareBlaster- Secure your Internet Explorer to make it harder for ActiveX programs to run on your computer. Also stop certain cookies from being added to your computer when running Mozilla based browsers like Firefox. * Using SpywareBlaster to protect your computer from Spyware and Malware * If you don't KNOW what ActiveX controls are, see here Protect yourself against spyware using the Immunize feature in Spybot - Search & Destroy. Guide: Use Spybot's Immunize Feature to prevent spyware infection in real-time. Note: To ensure you have the latest Immunizations always update Spybot - Search & Destroy before Immunizing. Spybot - Search & Destroy FAQ 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 smoothly. Safe Surfing!Ok Dave. McAfee suite is gone. My choices were Microsoft Security Essentials AV and Online Armor Firewall. I installed WOT and SpywareBlaster, and I will be getting Spybot down in the next few days. Thanks for all your help again. Much appreciated. If you don't have anything else for me to do, please feel free to close this issue. DC You're welcome. I will lock this thread. If you need it re-opened, please send me a pm. |
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