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hypatia
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Evo said:I"m afraid it's time for an excorcism.
{dips mouse in Holy water} "the power of PF compels you" "the power of PF compels you" "the power of PF compels you" "the power of PF compels you"
Evo said:I"m afraid it's time for an excorcism.
Heh.hypatia said:{dips mouse in Holy water} "the power of PF compels you" "the power of PF compels you" "the power of PF compels you" "the power of PF compels you"
scorpa said:Well I went to future shop and they said it would be 4 days. Only problem is that I need my computer pretty much everyday with assignments and whatnot. I guess I'll finish the assignments I'm working on now, then take it back wednesday, and then I guess I'll have to try to use the university computers for everything I need. This could get interesting.
3dge said:My sister got this and it took me a few hours, to try and work out how to get rid of it... but I did
Anyway, she uses spybot S&D, which would show there was a problem, but couldn't fix it. I also found that there wasn't much help around on the internet, so I made my own page:
Try: http://3dge.dyndns.org"
The only problem is, this is quite complicated and is best done by an advanced user. You have to delete files from parts of the system that windows doesn't easily let you get too, because you can mess up your computer if you play with them...
Also, I haven't finished writing it out properly... ...and I have exams tomorrow :(
Moonbear said:Is there any place you can get a "loaner" computer/laptop while waiting for the repairs? And, does your school have a helpdesk that might be able to help you rid it faster than that? Maybe if you bring it to them, someone there can work with you then and there? Usually, they will do that out of self-preservation of their own computers/network to keep you from spreading viruses, worms, etc to their computers.
I'd be hesitant doing anything without first knowing what it is you're trying to remove, you could just make things even worse.scorpa said:Thanks for that! I'm a bit hesitant to try it because I am not exactly a computer whiz...haha. I'm afraid I will do damage to my computer. I will try to summon some bravery and try it a little later maybe.Do you know exactly what this virus is doing to my computer?
Could your PC be sending out IM's with the virus!?scorpa said:Do you know exactly what this virus is doing to my computer?
Start up in safe mode and uninstall Norton. Restart normally and install AVG, scan and heal/Virus Vault any infected files. Restart in safe mode and uninstall MSN. Restart normally and install Yahoo Messenger.
The same problem is discussed here, but the remedy seems awfully complicated.Disable your antivirus program and go here http://www.bitdefender.com/scan8/ie.html and run an online scan with BitDefender (you will need to use Internet Explorer for this scan). When the ActiveX Control has loaded, click on "Click here to scan" and grab a coffee.
Panda said:It always amazes me that there are still people out there using the internet without full protection.
I don't buy anti-virus software but have been unprotected. I have through my own stupidity had virus infections which are always detected as they come in, but not always stopped.