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Answer» Different computer...wanted to know if it's all good. Anything from hijack this to delete...if so...what?That's up to you, really. I would get rid of all of the Verizon, Google, and Yahoo junk because it's just a bunch of CLUTTER in my opinion. And I would ditch McAfee for AVG and Comodo because these two programs have superior protection. But it's your call. These programs aren't malicious, I just think of them as subpar. Also, from your IE browser, you should go to Tools > Windows Update so you can get the latest service pack. Oh, and before I forget... Reset and Re-enable your System Restore to remove infected files that have been backed up by Windows. The files in System Restore are protected to prevent any programs from changing those files. This is the only way to clean these files: (You will lose all previous restore points which are likely to be infected) 1. Turn off System Restore. On the Desktop, right-click My Computer. Click Properties. Click the System Restore tab. Check Turn off System Restore. Click Apply, and then click OK. 2. Restart your computer. 3. Turn ON System Restore. On the Desktop, right-click My Computer. Click Properties. Click the System Restore tab. UN-Check Turn off System Restore. Click Apply, and then click OK. System Restore will now be active again.Hmmm...what verzion and google, yahoo can I get rid of? This computer has verizon internet, I'm afraid I might get rid of something important. I also want to keep google earth.If you're okay with those being on your computer, then that's fine. You've just GOT a couple of toolbars that can sometimes cause lag in IE. But if you're not experiencing any problems, then I wouldn't worry about it.OK...all done. Should the computer be in good shape...any tests I should run or that enough for today? I had a few additional questions about CCleaner 1) When I Scan for Issues, I backup changes as told -Once I have finished cleaning....is it ok to then delete the backups...I mean why keep this cluttering space? 2) How come when I Scan for issues -I get usually many things popping up...even though I clean 1-2 times a week? -Sometimes when I scan...and clean...I do a second scan right after...and new stuff POPS up...why is it this happens and is this odd? Thanks.Quote 1) When I Scan for Issues, I backup changes as told Personally I have stopped using the backups with CCleaner. (I'm not advising anybody to do this). I've come to trust the tool to be safe. The makers take great care in not removing too much, other more aggressive cleaners would likely find more junk, but the benefits performance wise of cleaning the Registry are not great enough to warrant such aggressive cleaning. If the PC restarts a few times with no problems then it is safe to delete the backups. Quote 2) How come when I Scan for issues There are many things you and Windows does that creates new registry entries, and just as many things leaves orphaned Registry keys. It's normal. Normally running the Registry cleaner a few times in succession is advised with CCleaner. It's along the lines of it not being too aggressive... If you would like to clean even more with CCleaner check out the CCleaner winapp2.ini. It adds a hundred or so software applications under the CCleaner applications tab. All software creates some sort of junk that can be cleaned. The winapp2.ini file is an easy safe way to do so. Thanks!As this issue appears to be resolved, I am closing this topic. If you are the original poster and you would like this topic to be re-opened for any reason, PM me or another moderator and it can be arranged. If you are not the original poster and you require help, please start a New Topic with information about your computer and your problem. |
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