Ok. That looks good. If there are no other issues, it's time for some cleanup.* Click
START then
RUN - Vista users press the Windows
Key and the
R keys for the Run box.
* Now type
Combofix /uninstall in the runbox
* Make sure there's a space between Combofix and /Uninstall
* Then hit
Enter* The above procedure will:
* Delete the following:
* ComboFix and its associated files and folders.
* Reset the clock settings.
* Hide file extensions, if required.
* Hide System/Hidden files, if required.
* Set a new, clean Restore Point.
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Download
OTC by OldTimer and save it to your desktop.
1. Double-click
OTC to run it.
2. Click the
CleanUp! button.
3. Select
Yes when the
"Begin cleanup Process?" prompt appears.
4. If you are prompted to
Reboot during the cleanup, select
Yes5.
OTC should delete itself once it finishes, if not delete it yourself.
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Clean out your temporary internet files and temp files.
Download
TFC by OldTimer to your desktop.
Double-click
TFC.exe to run it.
Note: If you are running on Vista, right-click on the file and choose
Run As AdministratorTFC will close all programs when run, so make sure you have saved all your work before you begin.
* Click the
Start button to begin the cleaning process.
* Depending on how often you clean temp files, execution time should be anywhere from a few seconds to a minute or two.
*
Please let TFC run uninterrupted until it is finished.Once TFC is finished it
should restart your computer. If it does not, please
manually restart the computer yourself to ensure a complete cleaning.
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This is just included in case you don't have a third-party firewall.Remember only install ONE firewall1)
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 Armor3)
Agnitum Outpost4)
PC Tools Firewall PlusIf 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.*********************************************
Use the
Secunia Software Inspector to check for out of date software.
•Click
Start Now•Check the box next to
Enable thorough system inspection.•Click
Start•Allow the scan to finish and scroll down to see if any updates are needed.
•Update anything listed.
.
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Go to
Microsoft Windows Update and get all critical updates.
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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
hereProtect 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 FAQCheck 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!
