Problems with several internet browsers?

I have a Compaq laptop.

Recently, I installed Norton antivirus software about a week ago. I noticed that my default browser (SBC Yahoo Browser) couldn't even start up.

I click on the icon, the window appears, but the users list does not show and the program immediately becomes "not responding" status.

Also, during Firefox and Internet Explorer browsing, about every 2-5 minutes or so, the browser temporarily becomes "not responding", taking at least 30 seconds to get back to normal.

Several times when I open up Norton, and I try to close it, the computer freezes and I have to force the computer to shut down (holding the power button for ~5secs).

Can anyone tell me how to get my computer and internet browsing back to normal, without the constant "not responding" appearances?

Problems with several internet browsers?product key

get these free tools... adaware(lavasoft.com) spybot(safer-networking.org) HiJackThis(trend.com) winsockfix v1.2(majorgeeks.com)

install and run the adaware/spybot updater

disable restore

start-run-apps-accessories-sys... disk cleanup

reboot safe mode w/ networking (continually press f8 upon reboot)

Run adaware and spybot deleting anything they find.

Run Hijackthis (this shows all BHO's on ur browser~very important)

Run free online scan (trend.com bitdefender.com pandasoftware.com) remove any findings

Run winsockfix v1.2

reboot

enable restore

you might also try these commands in your run box

start run cmd ~

ipconfig /release

ipconfig /flushdns

ipconfig /renew

netsh int ip reset

regsvr32 softpub.dll

netsh int ip reset resetlog.txt

netsh winsock reset catalog

netsh interface ip delete arpcache

please note ::: using mozilla firefox with the following addons noscript noflash adblock (95% reduction in spyware/malware)

reinstall your firefox after uninstall and file/registry entry removal

My computer can't open programs, sometimes things display as a blank emptiness, can't open

My computer suddenly stopped working properly.

- It won't load videos, sometimes opening new tabs just results in a blank screen, etc.

- I can't open task manager, nor can I open new programs.

- I can't open new folders or copy and paste things onto my desktop.

- I can't download things becaue the download dialogue box doesn't seem to open.

- Once in awhile I get an error message saying tosOBEX can't open a new dialogue box.

I use Windows Vista and I have antivirus software installed. I can't open AdAware to scan my computer. I also downloaded sdfix even though I know it's only for 2000 and XP but I can't run it.

I looked around online and it seems like I might have that New Folder virus, but in any case I can't even download the tool that'l fix it. What's wrong with my computer? :\

My computer can't open programs, sometimes things display as a blank emptiness, can't open task manager...security

Definetly sounds like a virus. However, it is probably in the boot sector. Download "Avast Anti-Virus" its free and has a boot sector scanner, unlike many other virus programs. Avast has a free version you can download. Look in the program setup and select to scan at next boot up to perform this scan. Also disable "System Restore" before you scan.

Is it safe to go back on my computer? (Virus/Spyware/Winfixer-Relate...

So I was using Firefox and trying to translate a Japanese website and I wanted something better than Google Language Tools. So I clicked one result and 3 Popups and a dialog box asking me to download some free antivirus software appeared (I'm 99% Sure it's a WinFixer Clone), but I forgot about one thing, and clicked the X command in the dialog box. Suddenly a webpage opened. I didn't know what to do so I forced quit on my computer (I held down the OFF button). Now I know the whole bit on the WinFixer Trojan. I don't think anything downloaded yet because I didn't see the Firefox Downloads window. But now, I want to know, is it safe to turn my computer back on? I forced quit as soon as the webpage opened, but I'm not quite sure if it downloaded. This all happened last week. Can someone please help me?

Is it safe to go back on my computer? (Virus/Spyware/Winfixer-Relate...software

some computer parasites are able to sneak on a computer, once malicious website is visited, but as long as i know winfixer is not one of those. if you still suspect something, you can search for winfixer files on your computer to see if you were infected or not. here's list of winfixer files and registry entries: http://www.2-spyware.com/remove-winfixer...

if you were infected with some other malware (not winfixer) then this method won't help you, so i recommend you to scan your computer with real antispyware: http://www.2-spyware.com/review-malwareb...

Anyone using Awil avast??

its an antivirus software..i scanned it and put it in my chest what do i do after that..do i delete from chest

Anyone using Awil avast??spyware removal

Not a bad idea to leave it a while. Avast isn't known for false-positives (wrongly identifying an 'innocent' file as malicious) but it can happen. Give it a while and if your pc is working OK, then delete it. If your pc stops working OK then maybe research the file in the chest and see what it is, whether you actually need it.

If it's the free version you're using, stick with it as Avast protects against more than AVG and AntiVir. See:

Avast free anti-virus:

http://www.avast.com/eng/av4_version_com...

AVG free anti-virus:

http://free.grisoft.com/doc/2/

Avira free anti-virus:

http://www.free-av.com/en/products/1/avi...

Anyone using Awil avast??virus protection software

Yes, you can delete it. Next time, when a virus trys to attack and the program asks what you want to do, just hit delete. But, it will want to scan your machine for any other viruses. So, the next tine you boot up, it will scan your machine.

I have the Avast free home program and been using it for about three years, I love it and it's free!
Try these free programs and see if they work for you as well as they work for me.

Antivirus : Avira antivir

Spyware : Spywareterminator

Browser : Avant

You can google them.

They work %26 they are free!!

Good Luck!!

What's Eating My Net Usage ????

I recently installed 'Zone Alarm' antivirus software. and there's a little red/green bar that indicates the level of upload/download being performed on your PC. Even when i've got no programs opening the little green download bar is always flickering up and down very rapidly. What could my internet be using that i don't know about?

What's Eating My Net Usage ????spyware remove

Well that's a very difficult question to answer accurately without seeing your computer first hand. There are lots of things that could be doing this. Spyware is one of them so make sure you have anti-spyware software loaded on your computer and are running it. Also, a computer in general has to send and receive packets for normal network connectivity, so it could just be harmless ping information to make sure you are still connected. Check in the Windows Task Manager "Networking" tab and see how much of your network is being utilized. That will tell you more information. If it's less than 1%, you don't have anything to worry about. Probably just normal stuff. If it's above this, you can see in the "Processes" tab which processes are actively doing things while your computer is idle. This should give you more insight as to what processes are active.

Asus Eee PC laptop computer, those who have puchased it, what are the pros & cons?

512 RAM %26 2 GB storage, no cd/dvd drive.

how would i install antivirus software?

would i have 2 purchase an external hard drive?

if purchased i plan on storing data on flash drive, i dont burn cd/dvd, so its not an issue. i only need to view internet %26 watch video when bored, very basic usage.

Asus Eee PC laptop computer, those who have puchased it, what are the pros %26 cons?spyware remover

It runs Linux, so you don't need antivirus software, but generally speaking you install software over a network connection.

You can use an external hard disk, and its a cost effective way to add a large amount of storage, but it isn't required.

Flash drives work fine.

If you want to connect to the Internet you will need to have an Internet connection. You could get one set up at home and/or you could move within range of a public Wifi access point (e.g. at a coffee shop or bar which provides Internet access to its customers)

Asus Eee PC laptop computer, those who have puchased it, what are the pros %26 cons?virus removal

if you just complete a few quick tasks on this site they'll send you a sony laptop, completely free of charge!!
The keyboard is very small - only good for small fingers.
It's cheap. It's easy. It's Customizable.

You don't need antivirus if you are going to run Linux.

It's good for an on the go user, not really a dedicated laptop. I would buy it for fun to test out my customizing skills.

How to clear Internet Explorer History in Windows Vista?

Okay, so I received a new laptop recently. It is equipped with vista premium. I really enjoy it and how it works, however, I have been trying to clear the internet explorer history on it recently and it will not let me. I have run antivirus software, adaware, and windows defender and it says that I don't have any spyware or anything. I have clicked on tools and delete browsing history like ten billion times, and when I tried to check my temporary internet files it said i didn't have access to check them. I am the computer administrator as well. I haved tried to google it and nothing is helping!! Please help!

How to clear Internet Explorer History in Windows Vista?spyware

Vista's a btich with security, it doesn't let you do anything. You'll want to go to Controll Panel%26gt;Security%26gt;User Account Control Off

(that will also disable those annoying popups every time you want to open a program "HOLY CRAP IT COULD BE A VIRUS!")

Hope that helps.

How to clear Internet Explorer History in Windows Vista?virus scan

Tools %26gt; Internet Options %26gt; Delete Browsing History %26gt; Delete all.

If your not already using Firefox, I strongly recommend it. It's a much better and safer alternative to IE and you can set it up to clear the history each time you close the browser automatically. I also highly recommend CCleaner. CCleaner is free and removes all traces of your online activities.
another one is your google search history, favourites...history tab..right click the log file today whatever and delete