Have you tried downloading the "offline" version instead? It's about 15MB, but I have found that it's a more reliable install. The new version (1.5.0) is available...

The curent version of Firefox is 1.0 Preview (get the newly-patched version). Start with that, then ask questions. I must admit that I don't know what the problem is, yet.

You absolutely should only run one firewall at a time--in your case, use the Norton firewall only. Though it is better than nothing, the Windows firewall is still deliberately crippled and nearly...

This is probably a DiVX file, an MPEG-4 variant. Apple QuickTime or WinAmp 5 (preferred) should be able to play it. You can also search for a DiVX-compatible codec for WMP. The "free" version of the...

In addition to Common Name, which is spyware, you probably have a virus or Trojan that is disabling MSConfig and, likely, Regedit. In the long term, you will need to download and run a spyware...

In my opinion, there are more pros than cons. I have done about a dozen XP-SP2 installs with no problem. In fact, I have written an article (http://www.ameritech.net/users/mpr_support/XP-SP2.html)...

Blurring is not a vid-card problem. It sounds like a monitor problem. The focus has shifted over time (a common problem), and needs to be readjusted. It's not going to be cost-effective unless...

How much memory do you have? Drive space? Combine low memory with a fragmented, nearly-full hard drive and things slow w-a-a-a-y down at boot-time.

WFUNK is a SHOUTcast streaming audio station, and the file may be associated with that--it's probably not malware.

There are adapters sold that break out the laptop-drive connector (which includes both power and signal) to a 40-pin IDE-connector-plus-power-Molex. Most well-stocked computer stores have them; I...

There are a couple of possibilities. One is a damaged Registry. You can boot from the XP CD (if you have the full version) and use the "repair" option.

If all you have is the so-called "restore"...

There are a few likely possibilities.

One is a memory error. This can be tested using MemTest86 (http://www.MemTest86.com).

Another is a BIOS error, corruption. This can be cleared by...

Another way to close the door on some of the vunerabilities used is by running Shoot the Messenger, DCOMbobulator, and UnPlug n' Pray from Gibson Research (http://www.grc.com/default.htm) (about...

See my signature Best Free Software for Windows link.

Which OS are you running? Which anti-virus? Have you checked for adware/spyware lately? Are you running the Windows fast-switcher PowerToy? Are you on broadband or dial-up? Are you using a...

This is a common problem all of a sudden. It has been covered (and solved) here: http://www.daniweb.com/techtalkforums/thread5036.html

You should also follow the instructions and download and run...

Older video cards which are AGP 1x/2x compatible operate at a higher signaling voltage than 4x/8x cards. Old card + new board = no workee. New card + old board = potential smoke.

Does it say RunDLL.exe or RunDLL32.exe? The difference is important; it may be an indicator of a possible hijacking. RunDLL32 is supposed to launch-and-release under XP. If it fails to release...

One work-around is to download and install the Sun Java Runtime Engine (http://java.sun.com/j2se/1.4.2/download.html)--it's more compatible and complete, anyway.

JavaScript is a separate issue,...

Oh. I'll attach it...

Which site are you referring to?

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It looks like a corrupted registry. You may want to try a registry cleaner like Ashampoo...

MyWebSearch is adware. The toolbar that I recommend is Google (http://toolbar.google.com). It has a pop-up blocker and other useful features.

Your main problem is MyWebSearch, which Ad-Aware (http://www.lavasoft.nu) and/or Spybot - Search & Destroy (http://www.safer-networking.org/index.php?page=download) are able to remove. Make sure...

Not too much going on here, fortunately. Remove these:

R3 - URLSearchHook: (no name) - _{CFBFAE00-17A6-11D0-99CB-00C04FD64497} - (no file)

O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [RunDLL] rundll32.exe...

You have multiple problems. After you fix these, you may have a problem connecting because one of your bits of malware has replaced part of your Winsock chain with its own stuff. Here is the link...

This appears to be a CoolWebSearch variant; hopefully, the newest CWShredder (http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/downloads.html) will take care of it. Another possibility is the IEFEATS.A Trojan...

GAIM (http://gaim.sourceforge.net) can do this.

If you have the full Windows XP CD, you can run Repair Mode from the CD. If all you have is the OEM disc, read your instructions or go to your manufacturer's web site for further instructions.

It looks like your main problem is a dialer. Remove the following keys:

R3 - URLSearchHook: (no name) - _{08C06D61-F1F3-4799-86F8-BE1A89362C85} - (no file)

O2 - BHO: (no name) -...

Actually there are multiple advantages. Consider this: putting the swap on a separate physical hard drive means that the program/data file system and virtual-memory filesystem are kept apart, for...

You could try Knoppix as a test (see link in my sig). Since it's a CD-bootable Linux (and doesn't muck about with your Windows install), it should be a good hardware test. This should help separate...

There are many possibilities, depending upon the sound card you have and what level of software that you have installed. On-board sound (AC '97), for example, varies widely. A $15 sound card comes...

Do not re-flash the BIOS until we have cleared any other problems! I am about to write a brief article on the safest ways to do this, but it is not yet necessary in this case. BIOS contents and...

Reset the BIOS--it's probably corrupted. Go into the BIOS setup screen and copy all settings to a sheet of paper. Go to the motherboard and move the CMOS Reset jumper (make sure that the unit is...

I'm not in front of an XP machine right now, so this is from memory. What you need to do is shown here (http://www.colostate.edu/Services/acns/energy_saving/winxp.html) (you may want to keep the...

One of your likely bits of malware replaced part of your Winsock chain with its own stuff. When you removed it, you "broke the chain". Here is the link to LSPFix (http://cexx.org/lspfix.htm),...

Here (http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/venc/data/w32.sobig.f@mm.html) is the link to the information on this virus, and here...

Yes. I would update Adobe Reader to the newest 6.01 version, though -- and I'm not sure why there are two instances of C:\PROGRA~1\VCOM\Fix-It\mxtask.exe running... but it doesn't seem to be a...

Are you running the Softex OmniPass biometric application? That's the only reference that I have been able to find. It may have been damaged by the malware. If not, it may be another nasty,...