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VIRUS?
I cannot change my home page...it always comes back with "clicktosearch.com". Also when I click on certain links...the same page opens??. Can anyone tell me how to get rid of this?...Download Ad-Ware SE Personal (http://www.download.com/3000-2144-10045910.html) and Spybot - Search & Destroy (http://www.download.com/Spybot-Search-Destroy/3000-8022_4-10289035.html?tag=lst-0-1).Install, update and then scan!!Another one...
Tags: anniegraham@..., AVG FREE, FREE, http://security.symantec.com/sscv6/home.asp?langid=ie&venid=sym&, Symantec Security Check, virus, windows
Q&A 2005-05-23
Always displays About Blank on URL bar
When I about to browse and surf the net, my URL or Address bar displays About: blank page. I need help guys. Thanks..Try here: http://www.pchell.com/support/aboutblank.shtmlWhenever I've see it, it was due to spyware.Go to this linkHow to clean an infected Computerhttp://techrepublic.com.com/5247-6257-0.html?id=363666Hi,Try Adwareaway from www.adwareaway.com. I've found this removes stuff...
Tags: AVG FREE, FREE, jtpaderes@..., Microsoft Windows, Try, Try Adwareaway, windows
Q&A 2005-05-23
short answer: No.
more complex answer: Yes, but they'll be wrong.explanation: There isn't any "best antivirus program", unless you refer to a program used to accomplish a low-level format of a hard drive as the "most effective" program for antivirus purposes (since it will wipe the drive as thoroughly as it...
Tags: antivirus, AVG, AVG FREE, ClamWin, effective antiviru, kawarimi, Linux, security
Discussion threads 2005-05-17
Help, Rundll32.exe & Win95
OS Windows 95.Cannot open exe files, getting error message "Cannot find file'C:/WINDOWS/rundll32.exe'There is a copy of rundll32.exe is my C drive, but will not let me copy any files, so I can paste it into my WINDOWS folder. I can copy and paste it in Safe mode, but when i...
Tags: antivirus, AVG, AVG FREE, mckay_w@..., Microsoft Windows, POSTER, Rundll32.exe & Win95, Win 95, windows, Windows Folder
Q&A 2005-04-24
Protecting your computer
What is the best way to protect your computer from any tracking devises used by anyone online?CatherineRun anti-spyware programs and remove the trojans, backdoors and malware that is allowing them to monitor your system.Microsoft's Anti-Spyware Beta is free for download.1)Internet security would be secured by using a firewall to protect...
Tags: Ad-aware, antivirus, computer, firewall, lacy304@..., PC, software, SpyBot, Zone, ZoneAlarm
Q&A 2005-01-31
Second log on on XP fails
I have Win XP Home SP2 set up for 4 user accounts. Recently after any account has logged on then off, a second or same account logging on has frozen. Pressing Ctrl, Alt & Del makes the "Loading your personal settings" message appear, but it doesn't go any...
Tags: AVG, AVG Free, Microsoft Windows XP, Net Nanny 5, Thomo, windows
Q&A 2005-01-16
Anti Virus and Internet Security
Which is the best Anti Virus and Internet Security that will almost guarantte that i do not get any virus.Well, everyone probably has their favorite that they highly recommend. But the bottom line is that no anti-virus software is 100% effective. Virii propogate and spread faster than any...
Tags: antivirus, AVG, AVG FREE, firewall, Internet, Internet security, john.cb1@..., software, spyware, virus
Q&A 2004-12-29

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Running AVG Free Scan on an infected (rootkit) external HD killed the HD!
I've been battling some viruses and rootkits on a Dell laptop running XP Home. After running Avast, AVG, Spybot, etc scans for the last couple of weeks, the viruses are still popping up. I even tried using Firefox and Safari for internet. Still the viruses and spyware...
Tags: Rootkits, Cyberthreats, Viruses and worms, Microsoft Windows XP, SECURITY, virus, rootkit, AVG, hard drive, Microsoft Windows
Discussion threads 2008-08-26
AVG Free 8.0 Anti-Virus Definitions 2009-09-20 (Windows)
In order to provide the highest level of antivirus protection for users of AVG Free, AVG Technologies continuously develops information about new viruses. This information, as well as product improvements, is provided to the users of AVG Free in the form of Updates. Timely virus database updates are the critical...
Tags: Antivirus, Microsoft Windows, Antivirus Protection, Virus, AVG Technologies USA, Viruses And Worms, Cyberthreats, Security
Software downloads 2009-10-07
AVG Free (Anti-Virus Only Product) 9.0
I know the answer to this question, but I have been asked to ask everyone how good would a manager be of a Medium Sized Business with 1 Server and 5- 10 Workstations have only AVG 9.0 Free Anti Virus. This business might I add is also on a...
Tags: Firewalls, SECURITY, AVG, AVG Free, antivirus
Discussion threads 2009-12-12
So-long AVG
[b]So-long AVG. ....well, for now, anyway.[/b]After years and years using AVG and promoting it to other users, I am now switching gears.I recently installed the latest version 8.0.At first, I liked the new look and built-in features.Then I experienced several 'false positives' (where files are tagged as viruses when they...
Tags: Processors, Viruses and worms, SECURITY, AVG, Avast
Discussion threads 2008-05-18
AVG 8 - Problems - Is it me or ...... ?
I installed AVG 8 Pro on 1 computer and AVG 8 Free on two others before realizing that all kinds of problems began to occur including inability to shut down and freeze ups. I contacted AVG and they told me that the program was operating normally!! Fortunately I...
Tags: Scanners, AVG, AVG 8
Discussion threads 2008-06-13
Are paid versions of free antivirus software worth the bucks?
I recently replied to a user on a Google group about AVG antivirus; the software is asking her to buy the paid version, and she can't even update her virus definitions.I've been through a lot of antivirus experience myself. I write a blog about antiviruses (http://avscan.blogspot.com), and from my experience...
Tags: Viruses and worms, SECURITY, software, antivirus software, AVG, paid version, antivirus
Discussion threads 2008-05-04
Best type of free anti virus?
I just got a new computer, and I want to put some anti-virus protection on it. Now I have looked around, and there seems to be several 'FREE' version of anti-virus programs like AVG, PC Tools and Cyberdefender and others.It seems that these 'FREE' anti-virus programs all have limits, or...
Tags: Viruses and worms, SECURITY, Spyware, adware & malware, Cyberthreats, AVG, Avast, antivirus, CyberDefender Corp.
Discussion threads 2008-09-25
Please Help Can't download AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition 7.5.516
I have tried to run and save to document AVG Anit-Virus Free Edition 7.5 again and again... I even tried by turning off Firewall through Windows Vista, but still I keep getting the following meassage: Some Installation files are corupted.Please download a fresh copy and retry the installation.. Also if...
Tags: Microsoft Windows, INTERNET, AVG Anti-Virus, AVG
Discussion threads 2008-01-13
avg 7.5 internet security
Would like to know what kind of free program that would boost my computer speed and not conflict with avgNo software will make your computer much fasterNo software will make your computer noticably faster. There are some programs that "free up ram," but all they do is page stuff...
Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, Memory, Network security, SECURITY, Spyware, adware & malware, Spyware, Internet, AVG, computer, RAM, Internet security, AVG Internet Security
Discussion threads 2008-02-12
(New PC survival kit: download these free apps on day one)
Firefox: First Thing???Yeah, that's a great idea - load the proclaimed "buggiest" software of 2009 first.Define 'Survival'While I don't consider an IM client part of a 'survival kit', some may disagree. I don't see any circumstances under which a remote TV view qualifies.I'd install all operating system updates and...
Tags: Web browsers, Mozilla Firefox, AVG
Discussion threads 2009-12-22
AVG No longer free
www.grisoft.com is ceasing offering a free anti-virus software package in its AVG v.6 - does anyone know of any anti-virus packages which are COMPLETELY FREE and I mean completely, and are updatable regularly.ThanksBruceI believe you are mistaking death of AVG 6 with pulling free version. Grisoft is discontinuing support...
Tags: AVG, bldsm@..., windows, www.Grisoft.com
Q&A 2004-11-19
AVG Network Edition
AVG Network EditionDoes anyone have any experience/comments on AVG network edition? We are looking at an antivirus solution for our company and are considering Norton Corporate but AVG would be considerable cheaper. Thanks for any input.Exchange Server?Just a thought & Suggestion:As far as I know AVG doesn't protect mail...
Tags: Aiak0s, AVG, AVG Network Edition, networking, Norton Co., server
Discussion threads 2004-12-28
Thoughts on AVG antivirus from Grisoft
What are your thoughts on AVG antivirus software free edition.Good or bad!Is it worth the download.I do not use AVG myself.Everyone I know who does use it swears by it.I have installed AVG on a few systems for relatives and have had no problems with virus attacks on their systems.In...
Tags: antivirus, AVG, Grisoft, JoTom102000@..., software
Q&A 2005-02-21
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