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Microsoft Security Essentials 1.0 and 2.0 Disable Windows Defender - Softpedia

... a complete antivirus ... Windows Defender will be turned back on again,” Marcelle added. The Redmond company continues to offer MSE 1.0 as a free download for customers running genuine copies of Windows XP,

Best Windows Based Firewall Software Programs - Associated Content

It comes with a very well established anti-virus and offers some award winning protection ... then a question arises as to which one you keep when dealing with Windows XP. Enable Your Firewall to Ward Off Viruses ...

Giveaway of Wondershare Time Freeze 2.0: Supplement to Your Antivirus Software - Earthtimes

Time Freeze is a perfect supplement to their antivirus software and helps them easily ... using experience with the following advantages: - Added support to 64-bit Windows 7/XP/Vista, etc. - Enhanced MBR protection ...

ESET has NOD32 anti-virus update pains - THINQ.co.uk

A botched update to the ESET NOD32 Virus Signature Database Update 5418 today is causing mayhem on thousands of Windows XP SP3 machines and Windows Servers alike. The problem is still ongoing and rears its ugly head ...

The Basic Guide To Troubleshooting Common Windows PC Problems - Lifehacker

... Windows, the problem is likely something that would load only when you boot normally — graphics card drivers, junk applications or perhaps some spyware applications. System Restore in Windows XP ... antivirus

Smoothing the move to Windows 7 - IT Pro

uk/624574/windows-7-sales-break-150-million-barrier" target="_blank"]has almost caught up with Vista's market share[/a], and businesses are now starting to move over from Windows XP in ... including anti-virus, might ...

USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive by EGo - Super Fast Drive for Cheap - Associated Content

... software bundle that contains some software tools some for your hard drive along with other programs from Iomega including an anti-virus program. Both drives run on Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7, not sure if ...

McAfee Internet Security Suite 2007 – 3 Users - Zimbio

Now Windows¿ XP users can also enjoy the benefits of this award-winning program. Trust Norton CleanSweep 2002 for safe, easy, complete hard drive cleanup.¿¿¿¿¿The main tools in Norton SystemWorks help you avoid v

PC displays symptom of malware misdirection - Raleigh News & Observer

... XP, and all of a sudden when I try to open up a PDF or view a DVD using Windows Media Player, the programs do not ... While I often recommend various antivirus and anti spyware programs (with limited success for ...

Smartphones Face Serious Cybercrime Assault - msnbc.com

... Windows to trigger premium-rate phone calls. Mikko Hypponnen, senior researcher at Finnish antivirus firm F-Secure ... t been more mobile phone attacks is because Windows XP computers are still the easiest ...

Open Question: Windows 7 Start up and Shut Down slow?!?!?!?

Well my Laptop is Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit... And recently the Start up and shut down of my computer is taking forever. I did scan for viruses and it came back clean. I do have a feeling that my computer is about to crash on me. Since i game on my laptop a lot, my operating system dies almost every 10 months. So i usually reinstall windows + all my drivers and game all over again until it dies. My computer came out of the factory with Windows Vista but i upgraded all the parts and installed windows 7 on it. It is running smooth so i don't want any answerers telling me to downgrade back. I also know that Windows XP is a good operating system to game with so please don't tell me to downgrade to that because i am up to date with software. Well i would usually just reinstall Windows 7 on this computer but i don't want to do that unless i have to because it currently isn't dead yet. So i want some ideas, tips or hints on making it start up and shut down within 40 seconds. I am ok if it is loading on home screen. I just don't want it to be loading in the Windows logo screen. It used to take 30 seconds for it to turn off and turn on. Now it is taking over 3 minutes! So please can someone give me step to step instructions or tips to make it run faster. As you know, if your answer is good but still isn't clear, i will email you asking for more tips. Also is Java causing this problem. I have up to date anti virus so yeah. Thank You all and please help me.Also this computer has been running for over 10 months without needing to reinstall windows. So it started happening like 1 month ago.. That was when it meet the 10 month mark.My Hard drive can hold up to 250GB and my C drive only has Windows files in it only.. I dont have that much programs running in the background. I dont use those programs that come with the computer. (works, roxio, etc) more

Open Question: Continuous restarts to the advanced options menu during startup?

My HP laptop, which is a compaq nx6110 notebook will not start at all. Whenever I turn it on, it shows the Windows XP loading screen before showing the whole black screen, with "We apologize for this inconvenience but Windows did not start successfully.." I'll click "start windows normally" but then quickly flashes a blue screen of death before restarting again. I've tried safe mode and every other option, but it only led to the same thing. However, I did try F8 once and took down what the blue screen said: "A problem has been detected and windows has been shut down to prevent damage to your computer. If this is the first time you've seen this Stop error screen, restart your computer. If this screen appears again, follow these steps: Disable any anti-virus, disk defragmentation or backup utilities. Check your hard drive configuration and check for any updated drivers. Run CHKDSK /F to check for hard drive corruption, and then restart your computer. Technical Information: Stop: 0x00000024 (0x00190203, 0x82CED480,0xC0000102, 0x00000000)" My laptop was completely fine when I was using it at 2 AM this morning. I'm not sure what could have caused this. Any ideas? more

Open Question: The file m5289.sys could not be found. Windows XP?

Hi all, My problem and question is around this missing file m5289.sys A few weeks ago we incurred a trojan which we eventually eliminated through deleting the file and also using Norton Anti-virus, Spyware Search and Destroy and Malware Bytes to completely eliminate all traces. The computer continued alright for the next week with no problems until the computer locked up and crashed on the windows user accounts menu, in which i restarted the computer after passing the Windows XP screen it restarted and clearly failed to boot. Luckily when i first reformatted by drive years ago two drives were partitioned and the C:Drive no longer boots, but the other drive, i can't remember off the top of my head now something like E:Drive does. This drive has like 3gb memory so i'm pretty unable to do anything but get my important files off the C:Drive to put onto an external harddrive so they are safe. I decided i would reformat my drive and wipe it clear, i am using the MESH support recovery disc to do this, it all was working fine until when i restart my computer to continue the setup it then goes onto a blue screen continuing the set up until stopping at The file m5289.sys could not be found. Press any key to continue. And then the computer restarts after pressing the key, as it is unable to continue the set up I noticed this in another forum and it was to do with a Mesh computer back in 2008, i did ring MESH support however classic line sending me to somewhere in asia, offering no help but suggesting to remove my two memory drives in my computer and insert one then boot and then do this with the other. No idea where these are placed and i get the feeling this guy was trying to get rid of me and had not a bloody clue! Sorry for the long post, how can i obtain this M5289.sys file, or sort this problem so i can wipe clean my computer! Thank you Its appreciated! more

Open Question: make open post to internet?

Virus Scan for Micosoft Infection. I have been having major issues with Recycle Bin infection (S-1-5-18), without too much elaboration, I discovered that this is a Microsoft induced Virus. It has been rumored that Microsoft runs virus in their Program download. I think I discovered the key. The infection is not in the Program, but carried in your REGISTRY. You can run virus scans all day long and it will ALWAY'S come up CLEAN. But my Computer was acting liked a Virus infected piece of Trash. Cut to the CHASE. Start your Computer in SAFE MODE (very important), open Command System Prompt, cut and paste an Anti Virus File from NORTON or Kaspersky (open with notepad) Paste the file directly into the Command Prompt Window., then watch in amazement as your Computer goes crazy spewing some terrible files, virus? it is hard to explain, but you will know it when you see it. The best I can describe is :) $@^!00@!!! etc. It flashes and runs for a very long time. If you're installing a New Copy of Windows 7, instead of installing Windows now, take the option of Repair my Computer, choose the Command Prompt Option, when X:Sources Window Command Prompt opens, do the same thing, open an anti virus file from either NORTON ( Font ) or Kaspersky,and Paste into Command Prompt Window, wait a few minutes, the Black Window Command PROMPT, will begin to chalken, then all this implanted Virus files will begin to appear, you will know it when you see it, just be sure to be in SAFE MODE. I have tried this on six different Computers, running XP, VISTA and Windows 7,all had the same result. I CLAIM THIS IS CORRUPTION, PLACED BY MICROSOFT. more

Open Question: previously in my windows xp i had installed NOD32 antivirus, later i had removed the NOD 32 antivirus?

previously in my windows xp i had installed NOD32 anti-virus, later i had removed the NOD 32 anti-virus and installed MACfee anti-virus 8.5 V, after installing my system became very slow, when i un-installed the speed increased, give me right solution to improve my PC speed. more

Open Question: My internet explorer version 7 continues to stick on a daily basis, I have anti virus protection?

I have windows xp 2000, my internet explorer version 7 is starting to stick and I do have anti-virus software and I have not experienced this except over the last 4 days. more

Open Question: How to remove Windows security suite virus?

My computer has picked up the "Windows security suite" virus which tries to sell me dodgy anti virus software. I have tried downloading anti virus software but i cant open the files that have been downloaded because of the virus. What can i do? My os is windows Xp more

Resolved Question: Anti virus which works fast on 512 RAM and 2.6 Ghz processor.?

I am looking for an anti virus software which will work fast on 512 Mb of RAM, 2.6 Ghz processor and 40 GB Hard Disk with windows Xp professional Sp 2 installed on Pc can anyone tell me which anti virus will suit this Pc more

Voting Question: my computer is sick please help?

hii..... ,friends i am using windows xp sp2 and my computer is running only internet explorer 6 modern browsers like google chrome, firefox, etc get downloaded and are installed successfully but when i click on their icons to run them they do not start i know there is virus in my computer and i am using norton internet security 2010 and is updated daily ,it does not detect any virus but there is because some options in control panel automatically closes when i click on them, please suggest my some anti virus which can remove this virus and solution for the above mentioned problem i.e. is how to run modern browsers thanks.......................one main thing about the virus is that it forces to quit setup ,or launch of any anti virus , it displays the dialog box again and again to quit setup,adn continues till i dont click on yes please tell a strong and powerfull anti virus more

Voting Question: PC Problem HELP Needed ASAP?

Hi everyone, I am a 21 year old student, who has a computer I bought for 99 pound to do college work etc on. Recently the computer has been giving me alot of problems..as the store I bought it from gave me Windows XP when they bought it. When I went onto windoes media play it said that windows isn't a genuine version? So I went back to the store and they fixed it. Now months have gone bye and I have removed AVG, the anti-virus that the store put on the PC as it was telling me when I was downloading films from TinyDL and Puregrime, where I pay monthly subscription that there was Trojans attached to the files. However when I asked it to remove or quarantine it it wouldn't, therefore I deleted the program and put McAfee on..Mcafee was working fine until I tried to uninstall it and a few other programs to clear up space. With some software it says the 'unistall.log' cannot be find. With other it just says delete failed,my friend told me to install NET Regestery to fix the problem but it hasn't although it removed certain items, I now have been using a AVZ anti-virus which is portable, it scanned my PC and said it found no errors. But yet I cannot disk deframagrent my PC as it states that CHK DISK cannot be found? On top of this the situation has got worse with the fact that now everytime I start the computer it says 'Computer needs to be checked for consisty or something and when I click ok..it crashes up on saying 'Inserting Index entry 25' and it goes on the screen 30-40 times. Now the problem I face ie obviously I bought this PC cheap in a deal and don't have XP anywhere..what can I do please? I'm lucky to have all of my most important items on a back up Hard drive although I have a few assignments in my documents. Please help me asap! more

Voting Question: Malware taken over mini laptop?

I have a malware virus that started as rogue anti virus. I have repeatedly run malwarebytes and super anti spy ware. Both of them detect the malware and remove it but not really, as it keeps coming back on each daily scan. The malware has now blocked me from using system restore, safe mode and wont load task manager. I cannot get rid of this thing. I even manually removed it from registry but it continues to return. I have a mini laptop that came loaded with windows xp and has no cd drive so I cant even delete xp and add it back. Suggestions?This is an HP mini 110. Thanks for the answers everyone more

Voting Question: Why my avira antivir free can't manual update and report is "an error occurred during the update process" ?

Creation time: Mon Aug 23 13:17:41 2010 Operating system: Windows XP (Service Pack 2) [5.1.2600] 32 bit Product information: Product version: 10.0.0.567 Updater: C:\Program Files\Avira\AntiVir Desktop\update.exe 10.0.0.29 Update resource: C:\Program Files\Avira\AntiVir Desktop\updaterc.dll 10.0.9.0 Library: C:\Program Files\Avira\AntiVir Desktop\update.dll 0.1.0.44 Plugin: C:\Program Files\Avira\AntiVir Desktop\updext.dll 10.0.0.8 GUI: C:\Program Files\Avira\AntiVir Desktop\updgui.dll 10.0.2.0 Temp Directory: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users.WINDOWS\Application Data\Avira\AntiVir Desktop\TEMP\UPDATE\ Backup folder: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users.WINDOWS\Application Data\Avira\AntiVir Desktop\BACKUP\ Installation Directory: C:\Program Files\Avira\AntiVir Desktop\ Updater folder: C:\Program Files\Avira\AntiVir Desktop\ AppData folder: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users.WINDOWS\Application Data\Avira\AntiVir Desktop\ Proxy settings: System settings used 13:17:42 [UPD] [ERROR] Extracting of the FUSE bundle 'Z:\Updatean By CoolMan\Anti-Virus Update\Avira 13 Agustus 2010\vdf_fusebundle.zip' to 'C:\Documents and Settings\All Users.WINDOWS\Application Data\Avira\AntiVir Desktop\TEMP\UPDATE\FUSE\' failed. Summary: ******** 0 Files downloaded 0 Files installed Mon Aug 23 13:17:42 2010 The update failed! more

Resolved Question: What if I wanted to LOAD a computer with viruses? What is the best way?

I have a computer which had Windows XP freshly installed, and I am doing this as an experiment to see which anti-virus programs are the best. I would like to know where to find the nastiest viruses/trojans anyone's ever heard of! I can always format the hdd and re-install the OS if it comes to that. more

Resolved Question: McAfee or Norton, which is a better anti-virus software?

Pretty soon I will be buying a new laptop (possibly a windows Xp) and i was wondering, which is a better anti-virus software, McAfee, or Norton? don't answer me saying that neither are worth the money or any crap like that, just tell me, which, FROM THOSE TWO OPTIONS, are best. now if you do want to help me consider another anti-virus program, simply place a "2." in front of your statement so i know what to expect! lol thanks. more

Resolved Question: What is the windows xp program that informs you that you have no anti virus protection called?

It shows up at a yellow icon at the bottom of the screen. I cant get mine to work.I just remembered thats its a red icon. more

Resolved Question: i have a new computer and my computer technician did everything so that i can surf the web,pls help?

my computer technician did the formatting , he installed anti virus etc and im using windows xp, but i just learned that there are pirated windows all over, and im not sure if the one im using is genuine or not, so how can i know if some of what he installed in my computer is pirated or not, and is there a penalty if one is using the pirated version? i dont want to break the law so pls explain more

Resolved Question: How do I get rid of Antivir Solution Pro?

A few weeks ago, a pop up came onto the screen whilst I was on the internet and it looked just like the control panel menu and it looked as if it was doing a scan or something. It wasn't until I saw the internet bar at the top that I realised it was a pop up and so I closed it before anything happened. Then a few days after this pop ups came onto the computer saying things like ATTENTION ! SPYWARE ALERT and it tells me I have trojans and stuff. The worst part is though that random internet sites come up every few minutes and these are like viagra.com and adult.com. Why the hell are these coming up? I have never ever been on any sites like this and it makes it look as if I have because of this. I cannot connect to the internet on it because the screen says we can not show this page as it could have harmful things on... It wont let me go on google on it, or any other websites and I know google is not harmful. I have read up on it and it says that this is a virus and is downloaded manually, but I haven't downloaded it, it was just there one day. Also I have read that a programme called Spyware Doctor gets rid of it, I checked that this was safe and lots of people recommended it and said it was by afar the best anti virus software, although it has found some risks but it will not get rid of them until I buy the product. I don't want to buy a product to get rid of it, is there a way to get rid of this Antivir Solution Pro without paying? I have noticed that the only way to acces the internet or the laptop without it coming up with all the pop ups is to use the laptop in safe mode, it has windows xp on it. But it is my boyfriends family laptop and so I need to get it sorted asap! Please someone help me!!! :(I have been on that 2-spyware website and that told me to download spydoctor. I cannot get on the internet to download that malwarebytes thing unless I go into safe mode with networking... Also there is norton on the laptop and it has done a full system scan and removed loads of stuff but not the virus. I read that the antivir solution pro has something in it that makes it not be able to be detected by antivirus software sometimes, is this why norton can't find it? I have the norton disk and its the one that includes everything its the best one you can get so its not as if its missing some of the features so shouldn't it take this virus out? Its realy annoying me I'm going back home next weekend and so I need to sort it before then. Sorry for been so difficult Im useless with things like this. Would it DEFINATLEY come out or might I have to buy a new harddrive or something? Thank you so much everyone! If someone could give me a step by step guide on what to do it would really help!! :) more

Voting Question: ESET NOD32 anti-virus messing up Windows XP drivers, rendering XP unbootable! Has this happened to anyone else?

So, I did a clean install of Windows XP Pro on a desktop, and as soon as I installed the Windows updates the machine was unable to boot except in safe mode! The event viewer showed that a bunch of drivers weren't loading, so I proceeded to do a systematic system restore to previous points to see which program had caused the problem. As soon as I restored to a point prior to the NOD32 installation the machine booted up normally. Has this happened to anyone of you? I have never had a problem like this with NOD32, and I regard it as one of the best anti-virus programs. It seems to me that NOD32 is causing conflicts with Windows updates (a friend of mine HATES Nod32 because he says that it "messed up his computer". I didn't believe him until now) My plan now is to install any and all updates first, and THEN install NOD32. We'll see what happens. more

Open Question: Why do i keep getting viruses and spyware on my computer?

im 16 and i have had 3 computers. the 1st computer broke down from age when i was 10. My 2nd computer had gotten a spyware which was removed but got infected again with spyware a day later even through i had Norton Anti-virus on it, so my parents gave it away to my uncle. 2 years ago i brought a 3rd new computer (a HP with Windows Vista.) but a year later somehow even with Norton, it got infected with a virus that completely wipe out all the inner workings of my PC (i just turned it on one day and the screen just stayed blue, never loading.) so to have it fix, i had it sent to remove all its hardware and have my PC fitted and changed to Windows XP (T.T i loved having vista, XP sucks.) 4 months later it gets a virus again b/c the guy who fix it lied to me saying that he had install an anti-virus. so i took my computer to the geek squad at best buy to remove the virus and gotten Trend Micro Anti-Virus installed on it since norton failed me many times. the next day my anti-virus couldn't be activated with the serial number on its box so i go back to geek squad they tell me they have to reinstall it and if it doesn't work they have give me another anti-virus but it worked after calling the Trend company. 2 weeks later after bringing my computer home it gets infected again, i take it back to geek squad they tell me that Trend had a bad update so it had malfunctioned and they fix it again. 2 days later it gets infected again with a virus and they fix it again for free for the last time. so far i haven't gotten any viruses and hopefully it stays that way! what is the cause of my 3rd computer getting so many viruses? is it my anti-virus at fault? or do i just have real bad luck?I take good care of my computer. i dont download anything from untrusted sites. i always scan music files before i download them. i don't go on any X Sites. i only use or go on google, youtube, yahoo, msn hotmail, fanfiction, 4shared, deviantart, & yaoihaven. i quick scan everyday for everytime i log off the web and full scan at least 3 times a week and i always check security reports and update everyday. i only play 1 online game which is S4 league which i dont think i could get a virus from it since so many people from different nations love play it. more

Resolved Question: okay my computer got his with this stupid anti-virus that says that everything i click on is a virus?

so how can i go back and reset my computer to the day before when the anti-virus thing isnt there i have windows xp and i cant find the safe mode please help! more

Voting Question: Computer is not Downloading Anything?

My computer is a Windows XP, has firefox, and AVG Anti-Virus, and, unfortunately, will NOT download anything. My dad has looked at it and doesn't know what to do. I need to download stuff for school- can anyone help me? more

Voting Question: Please tell me how can I fix Avast anti virus definition update problem.?

Hi guys, I have installed Avast 2.0.418 Free Anti virus, on the beginning it was working fine, automatic virus definition was updating (the time interval was set on more than 200 minutes, but I know that it must be set on the shortest time possible, so I changed it on 1 minute. But now, I don't know why, it according to its info the last update attempt was on 15.08.2010. I am using Microsoft Windows XP professional Servise Pack 2 Windows Firewall * Avast is not listed in the Exceptions. My internet is broadband connection and my browsers Mozilla Firefox and IE8 are working without a problem considering the internet connection. And now, the problem is that the Engine and Virus Definitions cannot regularly update.It writes: From Steps 1/2 of the updating process, when is Step 1 "Initiating, please wait" > "Downloading file: servers.def.vpx" > "Cannot connect to downloadavast...*an IP adress" The update settings are: Proxy settings : Auto detect (use Internet Explorer settings) I have ran a Full scan in safe mode with Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware and the result was :Infected objects: 0" Please help me, I don't know what is the problem.I certainly would like the latest version but for now I can only allow myself a Free Version. I would like if possible to fix it without uninstalling this version (unless like I said if there is a latest Free Version than I would). more

Resolved Question: URGENT HELP REQUIRED FOR TOSHIBA SATELLITE LAPTOP?

could somebody with knowledge of Laptops please help! I have a Toshiba Satellite Laptop with Windows XP and lately it has been running extremely slow, and a few days ago it kept shutting itself down. Yesterday and this morning the laptop kept freezing completely and i had to just turn it off by the power button. I tried all the following recommendations to restore laptop back to original factory state: *Holding 0 key at same time as tapping button and releasing when beeping noise begins - nothing appears like it says it should. *Alt and F10 - nothing *Press and Hold f11 - nothing *hit f8 repeatedly - menu appeared but was not the right options. Also, * i have tried system restore back to a few different dates but they all come up with an error message. * System scan is failing * Smart updates are failing. I do not know what is up with the laptop but im guessing its some kind of virus. I only have free avast anti virus. what do i need to fully protect my laptop and is there any free downloads to do so.Avast is not letting me scan its giving me the following message: unable to start scan. there are no endpoints available from the end point mapper. more

Resolved Question: How can virus harm computer?

I have an Acer laptop and i don’t have antivirus software. I browse any site i like and I don’t care about virus. I have not seen any harm due to anti virus. In every 2 or 3 months I format all the dries of my laptop and I install a pirated version of windows xp. Does all this harm my computer in any way? What is a fire fox? How does pop ups harm computer? If I buy an original anti virus and then when I format my laptop do I need to buy another anti virus because the anti virus in the laptop is now erased?what is fire wall? more

Resolved Question: My computer is becomes useless because of this some kind of virus?

I have a windows xp service pack 2 and its been months that its been like this. -its usually takes time to boot up -some services were disabled like theme, making my theme changed back to classic (gray) , DHCP client, making my internet hangs on acquiring network address and sometimes my windows audio got disabled. They've usually disabled themselves everytime I restart my computer even though I enabled the automatic startup on services so I have to enable the services on services.msc everytime it disabled by itself. -When accessing safe mode , it keeps restarting by itself even though I disabled automatic restart on the system. Also, recently I have installed Anti-malware malware bytes, Avira anti-virus (free-edition) and Spybot search and destroy. They have found some trojans, malware and etc but my computer is still not on normal state. Please help me bring back my computer to normal. =D more

Voting Question: how to fix the BSOD (blue screen of death)?

Okay I have a laptop tht is dell n is window xp professional. All of a sudden the BSOD appears. It says: A problem has been detected and windows has been shut down to prevent damage to your computer. If this is the first time you've seen this stop error screen, restart your computer. If this screen appears again, follow these steps: disable or uninstall any anti-virus, disk defragmentation or back up utilities. Check your hard drive configuration, for any updated drivers. Run CHKDSK/ F to check for hard drive corruption, and then restart your computer. Technical information: *** STOP: 0x00000024 (0x00190203, 0x86F3B848, 0xC0000102, 0x00000000) This BSOD appears right after it says window xp...PLEASE TELL ME HOW TO FIX IT!!!! xp...PLEasxp.!pcxisloading.....PSESOMEONE TELL ME HOW TO FIX THIS. more

Voting Question: Random Computer Freeze-Ups?

For at least three years now, my computer has recently been "freezing up" whenever I visit certain maps (generally very active *graphic-wise* or populated maps) in downloaded online games (MapleStory, Wizard101). By "freezing up," I mean the entire system freezes my keyboard, mouse, and monitor, so that the only thing I can use is my CD drive. I've confirmed that it freezes my keyboard by trying the NumLock button, and noting that the light does not turn off or on at manual command. The mouse and monitor freezes by simply not moving at all. The same happens when I visit certain pages in a website (generally one that has a LOT of images), or is currently being visited by many people. It would freeze to the point where the only solution to continue using my computer would be to manually turn it off and on by holding the power button on my PC. I have tested the same maps and sites in a different account in my system, and the same occurs. However, I've also tested the same in a different computer, but it never has the same problem. I have already... - Defragmented my system (all drives) - Cleared my cache (at least thrice a day) - Scanned my system for malicious malware (with Norton, McAfee, Microsoft Security Essentials all full (and paid for Norton and McAfee) versions - but not with both installed at the same instance, since I know they would clash if they were) - Checked my hard drive for errors (all three) - Googled for a solution. I found zip, zero, zilch, except for complaints about the same issue. Occasionally, after having manually turning my system on and off (after it has frozen), I would receive a Microsoft Error Reporting pop-up upon rebooting that leads me to this link: http://wer.microsoft.com/responses/Response.aspx/10/en-us/5.1.2600.2.00010300.3.0?SGD=b72bfd83-1b98-4038-8601-f56af336d50f#here The link itself, however, is completely useless to me, as I've already tried all the first three provided options. Does anyone have any tips or suggestions of relevance that may resolve the issue? It's becoming rather tedious and annoying to continuously manually turn my system on and off. My friends blame it on a virus, but I don't think all three anti-viruses/firewalls I've had at individual times would have missed it. Overkill, yes, but I really love my computer, as it holds a lot of information compiled over the years. Please, is anyone tech-savvy enough to give me a legitimate and working solution to this bug? My system information (will provide more at request): Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Version 2002 Service Pack 3 Hewlett-Packard Pavilion Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 2.60 GHz 2.60 GHz, 760 MB of RAM My system is completely up-to-date with every program it has, and has a lot of excess free space as well. Thank you in advance!For the record, if someone responds with a solution that leads me to a link which either McAfee SiteAdvisor or WOT detects malicious malware in, you can save yourself the effort: I won't be fooled.@David N: My system info. came from my computer properties - if it says I have Service Pack 3, then I have SP3. And I've also nicely stated that I'll provide any additional info. at request, but you might as well be asking me for a cure to cancer - I'm not tech-savvy, and frankly have no idea what you're ranting on about. Thanks anyways. @Syed: That isn't the issue, I have a lot of RAM, Random Access Memory. Thanks for trying! @Vikas: Thanks, I'll try it and let you know how it goes! @Wfwfg Wsegre: Spam bot. Ignored. All your provided links were deemed to be ones containing malicious software.@ Gudpc Gsg - go get a life. Malicious link once again. more

Resolved Question: My Dell Inspiron 8600 won't boot windows XP, how can I fix it?

First off, I don't have the recovery CD that comes with it because it's a hand-me-down from my brother. Second, every time I turn it on, I'm stuck with these choices: Safe Mode, Safe Mode with Networking, Safe Mode with Command Prompt, Last Good Configuration, and Start Windows Normally. I've clicked every last choice, and I get the same screen: "Windows has shut down to prevent damage to your computer." Then it tells me to do what I've already tried. The thing I don't get, is that this should not be happening since I took it to Laptop Xpress and they said it was good as new, with anti-virus software that works better than most others. On the other hand, I have a tendency to hold down the power button instead of doing the traditional way of shutting the computer down, and the battery so old it won't retain power so I have to plug it into the wall. Is there another way I could fix it? more

Resolved Question: TASKMANAGER,REGEDIT,MSCONFIG,FIREFOX,CHROME all disabled by virus.PLEASE HELP!!!!?

My task manager,Mscofig,regedit,firefox,chrome and other applications are disabled.Ctrl+alt+del does not work,So i had to use another tool to make task manager work temprarily.I found a exe called wowexec.exe running without even using any memory! My avira anti virus is currently scanning the system.And also i am currently running the system in safe mode and running the virus scan. -Every time i search for "registry disabled" in google(when in normal mode and not safe mode) in internet explorer,It crashes. -Start-run-regedit,msconfig cannot be opened using the usual way,so i had to use a tool to temporarily open these. -My floppy drive's light is ALWAYS on continuosly blinking in normal mode even when there is no floppy in there.However there is no such problem when im using PC in safe mode. I am using Windows Xp SP 3.Please help me! more

Resolved Question: Cannot turn on windows firewall???? Please HELP!!!!?

I have a acer aspire one netbook, running windows xp. Web browser firefox I have a wireless belkin router. I try turning on my firewall by run>services.msc>windows firewall>start but this does not work. I also try using the control panel way I always get the following message: "Windows firewall settings cannot be displayed because the associated service is not running. Do you want to start the Windows Firewall/Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) service?" I click yes and then the another message appears: "Windows cannot start the Windows Firewall/Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) service." I really need to my firewall up and running I have 2 anti virus programs malwarebytes and avira So please don't recommend another one. I just need a way to turn on my firewall PLEASE PLEASE HELP 10 PTS FOR BEST ANSWER!!!!I just got avira (free version) recently but the windows firewall has been off way before avira. So I don't believe avira is causing the problem. more

Voting Question: I need a rundll32.exe file but do not have a restore disc.?

Ok here is my problem. I will try to spell it out very carefully so that everyone can understand this. I had a computer built at a computer store (Mistake #1). I have had it for about 18 months. I have Panda installed as my anti-virus program as it did not come with one. (mistake #2). I DID NOT get any kind of restore disc whatsoever. None. The computer is a "Micro-Star International".It runs Windows XP. Recently I caught a virus. Somehow the Rundll32.exe file got corrupted. Not sure how, but whenever I try to run ANYTHING I get an error message saying that this file (Rundll32.exe) can not be found. I cannot download anything to fix it. I cannot insert any new discs at all because it gets that error message. I cannot reboot in safe mode to fix it because even in safe mode, it says file not found. I can get online but that is about it. Panda IS NOT catching whatever I got even though I get the updates and such. I cannot do any kind of "system restore" at all because of this error. There isn't any "built in" restore either. I basically wish to restore it to the day I bought it. New and virus free. I have tried looking online to figure it out but I am stuck. And because I cannot download anything, my computer remains the same. Can anyone provide any help at all? While I can figure out most thing about PC's, this one has me boggled. more

Voting Question: How can I Fix my Computer? Experts Please.?

my computer has been virused the sht out of. I have Windows XP and ive read many MANY accounts of others already who have similar symptoms right off the bat. First: Background wallpaper is the only image when you log in. No desktop Icons, and no taskbar at the bottom.I have only one profile for windows, no guest or family, so i cant go out an try a different one. I am the admin. so thats first. Second, ive continued to take steps in running scans with multiple programs(Norton, Malewarebytes Anti-Maleware, SpyBot Search and Destroy), no maliciouis anything comes up in ANY of them. Norton DID detect and quarantine a couple things, and the fact that they are quarantined and not REMOVED still upsets me and seems to be a clue to the fact that my stuff is still screwed. Im currently online through Ctrl-Alt-Dlt (task manager) Also, this computer is a gift, so i DO NOT have the original disc for re-installation or anything like that. ANY help would be very very welcome. Ive checked the tab for TURN OFF system restore or recovery or whatever, because I forget where or why i read that but it seemed important to try and not store virus's ive taken care of. Not sure whether that was good or not. Now i had restore points saved when the computer was fine, but if i go to system restore none of them are available. Listed quarantined viruses below: Trojan Horse, 2 of Suspicious.Mystic, BackdoorTidServ!gen5, 2 of downloaders, Trojan.FakeAV!gen27 Yes i know seems to be quite a bit doesnt it. Well my younger sibling loves to hop on an download crap from pirate bay an sell stuff on craigs list so i assume it has something to do with that, because i use my computer mostly for writing and checking emails. Again, any help would be nice, though i'd assume computer experts probably dont go on websites offering help too often. Now mainly what i was wondering was if there was a way i could use the computer ITSELF to scan and remove anything, like in a DOS window or on start up. Ive booted in safe mode AND safe mode with networking, but the zero icons/taskbar problem is still there. I went on as admin once or twice but as i said before, running my programs and scanning the computer doesnt really do anything. Help would be very very appreciated. more

Resolved Question: I think my facebook has a virus?

whenever I attempt to login to facebook, an advert pops up and tells me if I don't buy anything, my account will be unusable, is it a virus? I can't buy or download any anti-viruses at the moment so how do I go about getting rid of it for free, without downloading preferably. I'm on windows XP and I have Internet explorer 8I have no anti-virus nor can I buy one at this time! more

Resolved Question: What type of laptop is the best laptop for a future college student?

Hello dear readers, answerers. I'm a senior right now & as I am (about) to apply to my dream colleges and FAFSA and all that fun stuff (sighs), I want a good laptop for my first year of college. I don't want anything that starts to break down on me and get a million viruses right away: so please don't recommend me Windows XP. My old dead PC was an XP...and we had a terrible relationship together. Anyway, what great laptops do YOU guys have that suited you well during college? Obviously, a great laptop can't be great without its anti-virus, so therefore, what awesome anti-virus do you guys own that's awesome? My Windows Vista has Norton and at first it slowed down my PC, but I hear that it always does that.... I know AVG sucks. I had that before. Never worked for me. My major in college, just in case some laptops are better than other when coming to certain things, will be biology. Yes, a lot of research I'm going to do. Let me read those opinions! Thanks! =) In addition, what's that disc called where everything gets saved in from the laptop just in case it crashes or something? My teacher has one but I keep forgetting what it is called! Grrr... Type of Laptops: Macs? Windows or Microsoft....whatever the name is? Windows 7 (is it good? I know it's new and some people say it's awesome while others say that it's not that great...) Windows Vista (I already have that...it's OK) Toshiba? Um, I don't know other brands out there..... more

Resolved Question: A (PAGE_FAULT_IN_NON-PAGED_AREA) error?

My Problem Begins Here, When recently I Have Downloaded The Free Version Of Avast (The Last Release), But When I Start Setting it up I get that error (PAGE_FAULT_IN_NON-PAGED_AREA). I Have Windows XP Professional SP3, and I thought the Problem was in the OS, I Reinstalled Windows XP, but The Problem wasn't resolved. I thought the Problem was in Avast, I downloaded Panda Anti virus (The Last Release), It Started setting it up and that was Successful but When Starting it, it doesn't. and When Trying to Start it again, it Gives me the error (PAGE_FAULT_IN_NON-PAGED_AREA) more

Resolved Question: My desktop (icons & taskbar) have disappeared can anyone help me?

(Running on: Windows XP) So anyway, the computer was working just fine the last time I used it and the next time I log on all the icons and the task bar have completely disappeared, leaving nothing but the wallpaper. I tried fixing this problem on my own and searching up solutions on the internet, but so far no luck. Mind you, I can still execute programs from the task manager (CTRL + alt + delete). I'll give you a run-through of what I've tried so far in order to avoid seeing any solutions I've already tried. All of these solutions were attempted by me so far and all have failed: opening the task manager and running a new task as explorer.exe (result was it could not find the path), going into safe mode, trying the troubleshoot solutions upon booting computer, right-clicking the wallpaper and clicking "show desktop" (result was I can't right click background). Furthermore, I even tried scanning my pc for viruses with Norton Anti virus (up-to-date) and did a full system scan and nothing was detected. However, despite the norton results, I have a feeling that the problem IS a virus or some type of adware because occasionally I get a norton alert saying it blocked something (coincidence that it is the same attacker/virus each time norton alerts me). If that is the problem i dont understand why norton didn't pick it up. I tried doing a system restore but APPARENTLY I didn't set any restore points so I'm stuck there. Someone please help! (Would greatly appreciate it if computer experts could look into this one) more

Resolved Question: Need help with a virus, Win XP?

Help, caught virus, Win XP, avast not detecting it? I was looking for news(I swear it wasnt porn lol) and suddenly a virus downloaded to my computer as soon as I opened the website I found with google. It was letting me very obviously know it was there. It started popping windows telling me I got infected and wanting me to download their software. After few attempts to download free version of avast (that dint work because the virus blocked all internet websites besides the one it wanted me to download from) I pulled the internet cord out. I went on my husbands Mac and downloaded the Avast from there and put it on memory stick. I installed it on my comp. First I ran a quick scan which didnt detect anything. Then I ran complete system scan and that didnt detect anything neither. So I connected the internet plug and in a rush I downloaded an update for avast and then unplugged it again. I rant the scan one more time and again, no threats detected. What should I do? Is there anything besides wiping the system clean? Like some good antivirus? Also I downloaded anti-spyware programs and tried to run those. This virus is blocking all executable files, I cannot open them. Ut does notlet me run even windows task manager. As soon as I ctrl alt delete, it pops a windows saying that program is infected and cannot be executed. Same thing when I try to run or install the antispyware.Also to add to it, the recomended malwarebytes.org software cannot be run, the virus won't let it. more

Voting Question: How do I fix boot loop virus on my Dell PC?

I log on, it logs me right back off. I've tried F8 safe mode, does the EXACT same thing, logs on, then logs right back off. I have pictures of my Dad (who passed away) on there, so wiping it clean is NOT an option. I do not have the XP disc that came with the computer, since it was purchased in 2005. Someone told me there's a way to hook it up to my laptop (windows vista) and scan it with my anti-virus (kaspersky). If so, I need a play-by-play in laymen's terms to do that. more

Resolved Question: If you have a anti virus that checks your whole computer do you need a anti virus on partions .?

i have xp on c drive and windows 7 on d drive ,also umbuto on a Vmware machine ,do i need a separate anti virus on all op systems .? windows 7 asks to download a anti virus ,but doing regular checks on all drives finds nothing wouldn't it be downloading the same updates on all partitons ? more

Voting Question: I can not connect to the interent on my laptop. How can I fix this?

I am trying to fix my friend's laptop. He can not connect to the internet at his house or at my house. I have tried to connect through wireless, and the laptop reads the network connection and says it is connected, and I have tried to connect with an ethernet cable, but either way, none of the browsers, (ie, firefox, or chrome) will connect to the internet. I know it is not the router or modem, as other computers in the house work just fine. I have removed all the anti-virus software that may have been blocking the internet and turned the firewall off. I looked at the settings and there is no proxy set up and I have reset all the options back to default. I can't figure out why the internet is not connecting. Please help. BTW... it is windows xp more

Voting Question: How can I clean up my PC before I get my tablet? ASAP!?

I need to clean out my computer before I get my tablet in I bought because I'm afraid it'll mess up my tablet or it won't install my tablet. See, my computer had Anti-Virus-1 and it got so bad we just shut down my computer for a couple weeks while we tried to find the recovery disc for it[we moved to another town]. Well I got tired of not having a computer[I'm a Facebook addict, also a few other animal SIM games] and just started it one day. I ended up getting seriously pissed at my computer and just restarted constantly with the button on the tower like six times in a row. Bad for it, I know. But I was mad, and when I get mad.. There's no going back, I should say XD So when I turned it back on, the pop-ups didn't come up. So I figured I could make due until we found the disc[which we NEVER found. -__-]. Now, a few months later[probably 5] it always asks me what program to open this file with. It got annoying so I tried System Restore, and it asked me what to open it with. I got pissed at that but finally figured out how to open it. I restored it back to May 15th of this year, which didn't help AT ALL. >___> I've tried various things, but it always comes back to "Cannot open up this "so and so" .exe file. Sooo I need to find out how to fix my computer fast ! :c Help me?! -Oh, and my computer uses Windows XP. It's a HP, also. If that even helps.-Also, as soon as I clean up my computer, I AM buying some kind of protection for it. /: ANND I'd rather not take it anywhere to be fixed. EDIT: Okay, so I made a guest account for my brother AA LOOONNGGG time ago because he's 20 and comes and goes randomly. But he always checks his Facebook or Myspace on my computer and I got tired of him on mine[nothing to hide, I just like my privacy.]. And the Anti-Virus-1 still shows up on his. But his is a guest account and I can't do anything major on there since I'm the computer admin. And I would fix his account, but it won't let me open it on my account or on his because he's a guest. Soo I'm pretty much screwed. /:Also, I'd like for you to explain whatever your posting. xD I'm rather stupid in this kinda thing. x3 more

Voting Question: if i install windows 7 on my laptop which has xp will everything get erased?

its cause i have a virus and i dont have an anti-virus and if i installed windows 7 will the virus be gone? or do i need to call sony and buy a system restore disc? ty for ur time :] more

Resolved Question: I have an HP Pavilion 700 with original XP w/no updates due to inability to update?

I recently have become infected with the wireshark virus and through much research have been able to eliminate it. This computer seems to be archaic but I hate to spend the money on a new one and I fear losing all the programs and related information that I have. Is there any hope that this computer, configured as it is, can be reliable in the future? Does anyone think that an anti-virus program such as AVG will solve future problems. I have already installed and run SpyBot Search & Destroy and Malwarebytes (which seemed to be the cure for the virus mentioned) My question is whether a computer running on un-updated Windows XP with the anti-virus/spyware programs mentioned can function in a small home business capacity for much longer. Please get back to me with any suggestions more

Resolved Question: AVG Anti-Virus users: Have you downloaded the new 8.0 FREE version? I have a question...?

I downloaded the new 8.0 version today because they said I wasn't going to get updates anymore for the old one. Upon installing, I said it was okay to add the Yahoo search toolbar, and it also contains buttons for the 'Active Surf Shield' and 'Search Shield'.My question is, how do I remove this toolbar? I don't want it and I think it' slowing me down. I checked in my control panel to remove it, but only an old Yahoo toolbar from 2007 for IE is in there. I use Firefox. I looked all around the AVG options for it but can't find anything.Any suggestions aside from uninstalling and reinstalling? Thanks!(I use Windows XP) more

Resolved Question: strange blue screen on my computer?

i am using windows xp yesterday i locked myself out of my computer by accident (lol) and then i used safe mode and got it all fixed and stuff. i also downloaded google chrome (i love it!) yesterday and then yesterday and also today my computer randomly went to black, restarted and showed my a blue screen i didnt get a chance to read it. is google chrome the cause of this problem? also, my norton security software expired, i was going to renew it, but it costs money :( can you help??? also, any good free anti virus softwares out there?? more

Voting Question: Will my external drive still work after installing fresh copy of windows Xp ?

I have made internal hard drive a external hard drive. Lately my pc has started lagging and hanging. Anti-virus and defrag didn't helped me. So i want to know if i install a fresh copy of windows xp on my pc will i still be able to use all my content in the external hard drive or i'll have to format my External HD ? more

Voting Question: What Should i prefer 1. Avast Anti Virus or 2. Norton Anti virus 2010?.Which is Best .?

i am running windows xp. more

Resolved Question: My computer does not reboot and beeps three times.?

Hi I have a gateway 506 GR. I was infected with a virus( av security suite spryware). I had followed the directions to remove it by using rkill.com and malwarebytes anti malware.After running the program it detected and removed 10 trj viruses.I was unable to connect to the net prior and after the virus was removed. So i followed some step to reset the TCP/IP for windows xp by going to "network connections--right click on adapter--choose properties---uncheck internet protocol--click ok--exit----and restart computer------ go back to properties on adapter and install TCP/IP again---reboot system--this should have given me a new TCP/IP stack. But after doing this I still could not connect to the net. If I go to internet options---connections--lan settings--and uncheck the proxy server it will then allow me to use the web. But this is not the way it is supposed to work right??? I should be able to connet to the net with this box check.... Anyways trying to do some other options form the web. when i was rebooting my computer it did not!! My computer will not reboot and it beeps three times. Screen stays black, the power light on my monitor stays orange like it does not recognize the computer is on, usaally when it reboots the light turns blue. Ive tried unpluging the power for a while and restarting it still does the same thing, runs loud and beeps three times. Does anybody have any idea what is going on I need help Please!!!!!!!!!!!Is there anything I can do to repair it??? What could have caused this to happen??If I wanted to re format my computer and reinstall os.1.) How do i do that with the computer not letting me do anything, will not boot up 2.) do you a website that will show me how to do it, I take it i need the os disk, which I dont have can i Download it to a USB???I should also add to my monitor not responding to the computer, neither is my keybord. No lights, the numberlock nor the caps lock light will turn on. It to does not respond to the computer booting up. more

Resolved Question: Why is my laptop shutting its self off?

I have the same laptop since 2004 it runs Windows XP on a Pentium 4 3.2ghz processor 1.5 gigs of ram 100gb HDD and 500gb external that has been set to act as scratch disk when I am doing anything that requires extra ram, its protected by McAfee Enterprise 8.5, Yahoo Cyber defender, CA Anti-Spyware, and Uniblue SpyEraser, and whatever Malware erasers that Windows auto-downloads to my computer. However, recently after I attempted to update my virus definitions for McAfee and the auto update crashed (froze up is more accurate) and I couldn't complete the update. Thats been about 2 or 3 weeks ago, since then my computer has been regularly shutting its self off with out warning. Probably once or so every 20-30hours, but then can be turned right back on. I have had the same computer for so long now that I learned how to clean out the vents, reapply heat sync gel, etc., and I know that the computer has issues with overheating *as do most laptops of its generation. To combat the overheating I keep Speedfan monitoring the internal temps and a small desk fan blowing air under the laptop at all times; also since 90% of all cooling pads pull air away from the computer they don't work for me because mine breaths in from bottom and expels the air from top and side vents. I haven't cleaned the vents for 2 or 3 months now, however, since I am able to turn the computer back on right after it shuts down I know its not overheating. From repeated experience I know that my computer refuses to boot up the computer if it has shut down due to overheating, instead it turns on the cooling fans to max and waits until the hard drive cools down (my HDD is what 90% of the time triggers the auto shutdown). Is it possible that I have contracted some weird virus maybe there is a malware or something that can cause this type of issue. Or is there another reason that my computer is doing this, like the McAfee update that froze caused a corrupted kernel or system file. With the exception of upgrading from XP to Win7 or reinstalling the OS what can I do to repair my computer? more

Voting Question: My computer won't start up! Please can anyone help me?

before get all obnoxious, I'm posting this from my iPod Touch! anyway, here's what happens... I go to turn on my computer (eMachines desktop windows xp home edition SP3 btw) and it's fine up until just after the windows logo. after that it flashes a blue screen, shuts down and restarts. it does this over and over again in a continuious loop! it I can get it to stop on the blue screen but it just tells me to run it in safemode, and I've tried that but it just does the same thing! I'm really upset! All I did was shut it down and then a few hours later I tried to start it up again and this happens! I have a virus protection called Avast! Anti-Virus (it updates almost daily) and it's been working really well so I don't know what could be wrong!! PLEASE HEALP!I don't have a windows CD cuz my computer came with windows already loaded onto it... :(how do I run windows start up? more