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my ie 6 homepage was recently hijacked, and i got all sorts of popups.. i checked out this board and got cwshredder as well as adaware... ran them both and the homepage stopped getting hijacked, however, for some reason the majority of the time i cannot close explorer with the …

IE6 has been constantly hijacked ; this damn site : [url]http://www.lookfor.cc/index.php?p=37049[/url] , replaces the start page , obliging me to edit the register HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main\start page ; It has happened almost every night since the 1st time a week ago ; An updated Spybot search and destroy has scanned the …

Have you had to format, and after you've reinstalled everything you've had to download those damned Security updates all over again? I'm betting you don't want to be faced with that onerous task again, and you don't have to. Microsoft has made available, free of charge, a 'Security Update CD' …

Hi there, I've been having a problem that when I load the task manager it flashes up and then shuts down. I also can't run regedit, renamed it from exe to com and I now can. Based on what I've found there's a virus messing things up. I've done the …

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any help with what to fix would be great. thanks in advance. Logfile of HijackThis v1.97.7 Scan saved at 10:59:31 PM, on 3/25/2004 Platform: Windows XP SP1 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP1 (6.00.2800.1106) Running processes: C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\winlogon.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\services.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\lsass.exe C:\WINDOWS\System32\Ati2evxx.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe C:\WINDOWS\System32\svchost.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\spoolsv.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\Ati2evxx.exe C:\WINDOWS\Explorer.EXE C:\WINDOWS\System32\CTHELPER.EXE C:\WINDOWS\System32\taskswitch.exe C:\Program …

I downloaded hijackthis, and I was wondering if someone coud plz give me a hand with what to do next. Here is the log: Logfile of HijackThis v1.97.7 Scan saved at 5:25:23 PM, on 3/24/2004 Platform: Windows XP SP1 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP1 (6.00.2800.1106) Running processes: C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe …

Hello, :cry: Internet been terribly slow lately, I have run all anti virus/adwares/ online scans I could, and so far nothing has been found. I have just run hijackthis, does anyone see anything strange in the log? Maybe it has something to do with svchost processes? (all those issr.exe, lass.exe …

Can someone please have a look at this hjt log as my friend is gettin a lot of pop ups i have run adaware and cwshredder and a dew more and fixed a lot of problems thanking you in advanceLogfile of HijackThis v1.97.7 Scan saved at 14:43:15, on 20/03/04 Platform: …

I am a fairly new PC owner. I had not installed virus protection and unsurprisingly, got infected. I had to totally reinstall all software, drivers etc. I also then installed Norton Anti Virus and Internet Protection software. I now have a problem when accessing the internet in that, seemingly at …

[size=2]By: Jeff Johnston A new version of the Bagle virus family uses a different infection method then older versions. Bagle-R and Bagle-Q have both been reported to spread via email without an attachment. [/size][url="http://www.sophos.com/virusinfo/articles/bagletwist.html"][size=2][color=#800080][u]Sophos reports[/u][/color][/size][/url][size=2] that this is an attempt to bypass virus protection at the email gateway. Bagle exploits …

Technology Fallout: Speed of Technology Sit back get a cup of coffee it's time for another tale of technology by Jimmy Freligh Jr | May 1st, 2004 What a month, wow I cant believe it is almost over. I just felt like I wrote my last article yesterday. I been …

[font=Arial][size=3][color=black][b]This is something I picked up somewhere ...[/b][/color][/size][/font] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Microsoft .NET FAQ [/color][/size][size=2]When Microsoft formally introduced its .NET strategy in mid-2000, analysts were confused about how the company would pull off such a massive platform shift. Two years later, they're still wondering. But .NET isn't vaporware, and it's not a pipe …

By: [URL=http://www.bizwriter.biz]Jeff Johnston[/URL] Talks between Steve Ballmer, CEO of the software giant Microsoft, EU Competition Commissioner, Mario Monti, collapsed on Thursday. Monti stated that “a settlement on the Microsoft case has not been possible.” He stated that while Microsoft had been cooperative they were “unable to agree on commitments for …

I just picked up the new wireless Intellimouse Explorer 2.0 mouse from Microsoft. I have been using the corded non-tilt version for a long time now and fiercly love it. The wireless version killed batteries but this one seems to last longer... Anyway, there is a slight problem with the …

hi everybody,I need help,cannot login to hotmail and navigation is too slow,because ActiveX is not functional. In windows update I could not get my Win98SE past the "Administrators Only" roadblock to scan and fetch updates I need,because my ActiveX doesn't work properly. a friend suggest a solution and i do …

:confused: Hi, My computer has 400MHZ, 448MB, 80 GB(can only use 31 gb out of it, I dont know why). I installed harddrive and fromatted the drives. I also installed WIN XP. Whenever I logon to AOl, when I click on instant message or if someone sends me instant message, …

Any experiences with the new Microsoft Live Communication Server? Have you any experiences with the new Microsoft Live Communication Server? Any best practices? Links would be appreciated. Thank you gicio

I have had problems with changed start page by this annoying res://mshp.dll/index.html#10213 ; Besides that every time I run Google.com a pop up ad comes up just after submiting any entry a new browser windows opens with this pesky search company : ([url]http://search-company.com/search.php?qq=kee+bird&pin=10213[/url]) Despite I have employed Hijackthis to clear …

Why do I keep getting Microsoft Internet Exploror pop ups?

Seems I have been infected with this dreaded worm. I have used the Hijackthis software....with some systems running and have come up with this. Logfile of HijackThis v1.97.7 Scan saved at 8:48:50 PM, on 4/03/2004 Platform: Windows XP SP1 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP1 (6.00.2800.1106) Running processes: C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe …

[size=2]By: Jeff Johnston MySQL is set to announce some exciting new features at its User Conference in Orlando April 14-16 ([url]http://www.mysql.com/[/url]). The wildly popular free database server is expanding its functionality in attempts to keep up with the competition, PostgreSQL, and Firebird. The two new features are MySQL Cluster and …

I found this file running on my pc imWl2X.exe I have no idea what it does. I also have a trojan dropper.lnor.s I can't get rid of. I ran adware spybot and hijack this. but it is still there the anti virus trys to remove it but it can only …

Can someone tell me what I should fix and what I should leave alone? Thanks, BuddyB Logfile of HijackThis v1.97.7 Scan saved at 7:34:04 AM, on 3/14/2004 Platform: Windows 2000 SP4 (WinNT 5.00.2195) MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP1 (6.00.2800.1106) Running processes: C:\WINDOWS.000\System32\smss.exe C:\WINDOWS.000\system32\winlogon.exe C:\WINDOWS.000\system32\services.exe C:\WINDOWS.000\system32\lsass.exe C:\WINDOWS.000\system32\svchost.exe C:\WINDOWS.000\system32\spoolsv.exe C:\WINDOWS.000\System32\svchost.exe C:\WINDOWS.000\system32\regsvc.exe C:\WINDOWS.000\system32\MSTask.exe …

I was in the middle of a post when (surprise) my computer restarted on me. So here's the quick and dirty version. My computer runs completely fine when it's used for everyday things. But once I start to run (or so it seems) system type programs, my computer bluescreens and …

[font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff][i][size=2][color=black][font=Verdana][color=black][i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i][/color][/font] [/color][/size][/i][/color][/size][/font][font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Enable Clear Type [/color][/size][/font][color=#000000][size=2] [font=Arial]Easy way: Click on or cut and paste link below: [/font][/size][url="http://www.microsoft.com/typography/cleartype/cleartypeactivate.htm?fname=%20&fsize="][size=2][font=Arial][color=#0000ff][u][url]http://www.microsoft.com/typography/cleartype/cleartypeactivate.htm?fname=%20&fsize=[/url][/u][/color][/font][/size][/url][font=Arial][size=2] or [/size][/font][/color] [list] [*][font=Arial][size=2][color=#000000]Right-click on a blank area of the Desktop and choose Properties. [/color][/size][/font] [*][font=Arial][size=2][color=#000000]Click on the Appearance tab; …

[font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff][i][size=2][color=black][font=Verdana][color=black][i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i][/color][/font] [/color][/size][/i][/color][/size][/font][font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Hard Disk Performance Is Slower Than You Expect[/color][/size][/font] [font=Arial][size=3][color=#0000ff]Symptoms [/color][/size][/font][font=Arial][size=2]After you install Microsoft Windows XP, hard disk performance may be slower than you expect. Note: Hard disk performance may be even slower when your computer …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Turn on ClearType Font-Rendering Technology[/color][/size][/font] [font=Arial][size=2]Get that extra text clarity you've always wanted. The incredible Microsoft ClearType technology can be enabled in Windows XP to smooth all fonts at all sizes, making the whole system …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]How to Automate Advanced Restart Options for Dual-Boot Configurations [/color][/size][size=2]This article describes how to automate advanced restart options for dual-boot configurations. If your computer is configured to dual-boot to either Windows XP or Windows 2000, …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Set Performance Options in Windows XP [/color][/size][/font][font=Arial][size=2]Windows allocates resources according to its settings and manages devices accordingly. You can use the System tool in Control Panel to change performance options that control how programs use …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]How to Customize ClearType [/color][/size][size=2][color=#000000]You can adjust the contrast setting for ClearType for your personal preference. Although there are no tools or settings in Windows XP for doing this, the following Microsoft Web site includes …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Restore Icons That Have Been Removed from the Desktop in Windows XP[/color][/size][/font] [font=Arial][size=2]This article describes how to restore the My Computer, My Documents, and My Network Places icons after they have been removed from the …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Restore the Operating System to a Previous State in Windows XP[/color][/size][/font] [font=Arial][size=2]This article describes how to use the System Restore tool to return your computer to a previous working state. System Restore takes a "snapshot" …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Obtain Remote Assistance Using Windows Messenger in Windows XP [/color][/size][/font][font=Arial][size=2]This step-by-step article describes how to use Windows Messenger to obtain help using the Remote Assistance feature in Windows XP. Remote Assistance enables you to allow …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Receive Windows Messenger Messages and Alerts on Your Mobile Device[/color][/size][/font] [font=Arial][size=2]This article describes how to configure a wireless or mobile device to receive instant messages from your online contacts in Windows Messenger. The devices that …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Turn Off, Display, and Select an Animated Character in Search Companion in Windows XP [/color][/size][size=2]This article describes how to turn off, display, and select a different animated screen character in Search Companion.[/size][/font] [font=Arial][size=3][color=#0000ff]How to Turn …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Set Accessibility Features for People Who Are Blind or Who Have Low Vision in Windows XP [/color][/size][/font][font=Arial][size=2]Windows XP offers several features to make it easier for users with low vision to operate their computers. You …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Turn Off Autoplay for Program CDs [/color][/size][size=2]How can you stop Windows XP from launching program CDs?[/size][/font] [list] [*][font=Arial][size=2]Click Start, click Run, type GPEDIT.MSC to open Group Policy in the Microsoft Management Console.[/size][/font] [*][font=Arial][size=2]Double-click Computer Configuration, …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Very Slow Boot When Networking [/color][/size][size=2]On some XP Pro installations, when connected to a network (peer-peer in this case), the computer boot time is over 1:40. The system seems to freeze after logging in and …

[i]I found this in a few different places around the 'net - hopefully it's helpful:[/i] [b][font=Arial][size=5][color=#0000ff]Customize the Start menu[/b] [b][/color][/size][/font][size=2][/b] [b][font=Arial]The Start menu gets more real estate in XP than in previous versions, and it's more customizable. To make the Start menu display only the applications you want, rather than …

[size=3]I cannot open pages that give me the OK to submit details when I want to buy something, check my on-line bank details, re-download NAV and other items. Have de-fragged and all is well otherwise. Running on ME. As advised here is Logfile which perhaps someone can help me with...[/size] …

Hello, My problem is with Corel WP8 Sp7 or 8. I have win XP and it's supposed to be for a client, but it's full of errors. The first one is that it can't find the language dll (Unable to load language resource DLL). I know it's the files shellwp.dll …

hi there, i've been hijacked... i read other posts, downloaded HijackThis, ran it and produced a log, i didn't want to delete anything until someone had a look at the log for me, the hijacking is quite agressive, every time a browser window opens you get pop-ups a plenty... anyway, …

I ran adware, spybot, and antivirus but none of them remove it. what can I do? here is my hijack this log Logfile of HijackThis v1.97.7 Scan saved at 3:32:53 PM, on 3/10/2004 Platform: Windows 2000 SP2 (WinNT 5.00.2195) MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP1 (6.00.2800.1106) Running processes: C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\winlogon.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\services.exe …

Dont where this came from or what the problem is now but i kept getting the WUPDATER data1. is missing. i have since DLd Spybot,Hijack this,A-Ware 6.0 and Spyblaster. Im not sure what this Wupdater is and if i have gotten rid of it as it has caused problems now …

[size=2]This has come into my inbox today from my ISP and I thought I would share it with you. Hopefully it will prevent anyone having any problems. [quote] Dear Customer, Microsoft have contacted us to tell us about a weakness in their Messenger application, which they supply with Windows 2000 …

I have a dell 2350 computer with windowsxp I am trying to install microsoft works suite, it installs ok, but only goes into my add/remove and not my programs.???I hope someone can help me. also could not install mcafee or norton virus protection ??? getting something re; activex ???:sad:

Hello. For some reason I cannot view pages on 'geocities.com' on my pc. I have used different web browsers, and still get the same problem. I know the page are working ok because I can view them at work. i have windows xp home edition with all the latest updates …

I'm new to the Linux game sp please bear with me. I installed Red Hat 8 on my machine running XP pro on Microsoft Virtual PC. The install went pretty ok but I am having problems connecting to the internet. I configured my netwk card both manually and using DHCP …

I have a problem with the AutoComplete feature in Microsoft Internet Explorer. AutoComplete is supposed to save user names and passwords for my email, for example. Autocomplete prompts me to save my password when I sign onto my UF email account. But when I sign onto my Yahoo email account, …