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DDS (Ver_11-03-05.01) - NTFSx86
Run by Music at 13:30:33.57 on Sat 04/30/2011
Internet Explorer: 7.0.5730.13
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition 5.1.2600.3.1252.1.1033.18.2046.1631 [GMT -4:00]
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AV: Lavasoft Ad-Watch Live! Anti-Virus *Disabled/Updated* {A1C4F2E0-7FDE-4917-AFAE-013EFC3EDE33}
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============== Running Processes ===============
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe -k DcomLaunch
svchost.exe
C:\WINDOWS\System32\svchost.exe -k netsvcs
svchost.exe
svchost.exe
C:\WINDOWS\system32\spoolsv.exe
svchost.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Apple\Mobile Device Support\AppleMobileDeviceService.exe
C:\Program Files\Bonjour\mDNSResponder.exe
C:\Program Files\iolo\common\lib\ioloServiceManager.exe
C:\Program Files\Java\jre6\bin\jqs.exe
C:\WINDOWS\system32\lxcccoms.exe
C:\WINDOWS\system32\nvsvc32.exe
C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe -k imgsvc
C:\Program Files\NVIDIA Corporation\NetworkAccessManager\bin\nSvcAppFlt.exe
C:\Program Files\NVIDIA Corporation\NetworkAccessManager\bin\nSvcIp.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Ahead\Lib\NMIndexingService.exe
C:\Program Files\iPod\bin\iPodService.exe
C:\WINDOWS\system32\wscntfy.exe
C:\WINDOWS\Explorer.EXE
C:\WINDOWS\system32\RUNDLL32.EXE
C:\Program Files\Lexmark 3300 Series\lxccmon.exe
C:\Program Files\Lexmark 3300 Series\ezprint.exe
C:\WINDOWS\RTHDCPL.EXE
C:\Program Files\iTunes\iTunesHelper.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Java\Java Update\jusched.exe
C:\Program Files\Adobe\Reader 10.0\Reader\Reader_sl.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Ahead\Lib\NMBgMonitor.exe
C:\Program Files\Google\GoogleToolbarNotifier\GoogleToolbarNotifier.exe
C:\WINDOWS\system32\ctfmon.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Ahead\Lib\NMIndexStoreSvr.exe
C:\Documents and Settings\Music\Desktop\dds.scr
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============== Pseudo HJT Report ===============
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uStart Page = hxxp://www.google.com/
uURLSearchHooks: UrlSearchHook Class: {00000000-6e41-4fd3-8538-502f5495e5fc} - c:\program files\ask.com\GenericAskToolbar.dll
BHO: Adobe PDF Reader Link Helper: {06849e9f-c8d7-4d59-b87d-784b7d6be0b3} - c:\program files\common files\adobe\acrobat\activex\AcroIEHelper.dll
BHO: Adobe PDF Link Helper: {18df081c-e8ad-4283-a596-fa578c2ebdc3} - c:\program files\common files\adobe\acrobat\activex\AcroIEHelperShim.dll
BHO: Google Toolbar Helper: {aa58ed58-01dd-4d91-8333-cf10577473f7} - c:\program files\google\google toolbar\GoogleToolbar_32.dll
BHO: Google Toolbar Notifier BHO: {af69de43-7d58-4638-b6fa-ce66b5ad205d} - c:\program files\google\googletoolbarnotifier\5.7.6406.1642\swg.dll
BHO: FrostWire Toolbar: {d4027c7f-154a-4066-a1ad-4243d8127440} - c:\program files\ask.com\GenericAskToolbar.dll
BHO: Java(tm) Plug-In 2 SSV Helper: {dbc80044-a445-435b-bc74-9c25c1c588a9} - c:\program files\java\jre6\bin\jp2ssv.dll
BHO: JQSIEStartDetectorImpl Class: {e7e6f031-17ce-4c07-bc86-eabfe594f69c} - c:\program files\java\jre6\lib\deploy\jqs\ie\jqs_plugin.dll
TB: FrostWire Toolbar: {d4027c7f-154a-4066-a1ad-4243d8127440} - c:\program files\ask.com\GenericAskToolbar.dll
TB: Google Toolbar: {2318c2b1-4965-11d4-9b18-009027a5cd4f} - c:\program files\google\google toolbar\GoogleToolbar_32.dll
uRun: [BgMonitor_{79662E04-7C6C-4d9f-84C7-88D8A56B10AA}] "c:\program files\common files\ahead\lib\NMBgMonitor.exe"
uRun: [swg] "c:\program files\google\googletoolbarnotifier\GoogleToolbarNotifier.exe"
uRun: [ctfmon.exe] c:\windows\system32\ctfmon.exe
mRun: [NeroFilterCheck] c:\program files\common files\ahead\lib\NeroCheck.exe
mRun: [NvCplDaemon] RUNDLL32.EXE c:\windows\system32\NvCpl.dll,NvStartup
mRun: [nwiz] nwiz.exe /install
mRun: [NvMediaCenter] RUNDLL32.EXE c:\windows\system32\NvMcTray.dll,NvTaskbarInit
mRun: [SkyTel] SkyTel.EXE
mRun: [LXCCCATS] rundll32 c:\windows\system32\spool\drivers\w32x86\3\LXCCtime.dll,_RunDLLEntry@16
mRun: [lxccmon.exe] "c:\program files\lexmark 3300 series\lxccmon.exe"
mRun: [EzPrint] "c:\program files\lexmark 3300 series\ezprint.exe"
mRun: [QuickTime Task] "c:\program files\quicktime\qttask.exe" -atboottime
mRun: [RTHDCPL] RTHDCPL.EXE
mRun: [iTunesHelper] "c:\program files\itunes\iTunesHelper.exe"
mRun: [SunJavaUpdateSched] "c:\program files\common files\java\java update\jusched.exe"
mRun: [Adobe Reader Speed Launcher] "c:\program files\adobe\reader 10.0\reader\Reader_sl.exe"
mRun: [Adobe ARM] "c:\program files\common files\adobe\arm\1.0\AdobeARM.exe"
StartupFolder: c:\docume~1\music\startm~1\programs\startup\erunta~1.lnk - c:\program files\erunt\AUTOBACK.EXE
IE: Google Sidewiki... - c:\program files\google\google toolbar\component\GoogleToolbarDynamic_mui_en_D1E1F7ED622A0E5D.dll/cmsidewiki.html
IE: {e2e2dd38-d088-4134-82b7-f2ba38496583} - %windir%\Network Diagnostic\xpnetdiag.exe
IE: {FB5F1910-F110-11d2-BB9E-00C04F795683} - c:\program files\messenger\msmsgs.exe
IE: {2670000A-7350-4f3c-8081-5663EE0C6C49} - {48E73304-E1D6-4330-914C-F5F514E3486C} - c:\progra~1\micros~2\office12\ONBttnIE.dll
IE: {92780B25-18CC-41C8-B9BE-3C9C571A8263} - {FF059E31-CC5A-4E2E-BF3B-96E929D65503} - c:\progra~1\micros~2\office12\REFIEBAR.DLL
LSP: c:\windows\system32\iavlsp.dll
LSP: %SYSTEMROOT%\system32\nvappfilter.dll
DPF: {7530BFB8-7293-4D34-9923-61A11451AFC5} - hxxp://download.eset.com/special/eos-beta/OnlineScanner.cab
DPF: {8AD9C840-044E-11D1-B3E9-00805F499D93} - hxxp://java.sun.com/update/1.6.0/jinstall-1_6_0_24-windows-i586.cab
DPF: {CAFEEFAC-0016-0000-0020-ABCDEFFEDCBA}
DPF: {CAFEEFAC-0016-0000-0024-ABCDEFFEDCBA} - hxxp://java.sun.com/update/1.6.0/jinstall-1_6_0_24-windows-i586.cab
DPF: {CAFEEFAC-FFFF-FFFF-FFFF-ABCDEFFEDCBA} - hxxp://java.sun.com/update/1.6.0/jinstall-1_6_0_24-windows-i586.cab
DPF: {E2883E8F-472F-4FB0-9522-AC9BF37916A7} - hxxp://platformdl.adobe.com/NOS/getPlusPlus/1.6/gp.cab
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============= SERVICES / DRIVERS ===============
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R0 Lbd;Lbd;c:\windows\system32\drivers\Lbd.sys [2011-4-22 64512]
R0 XPacket;iolo Personal Firewall Driver;c:\windows\system32\xpacket.sys [2010-10-24 39424]
R2 ioloFileInfoList;iolo FileInfoList Service;c:\program files\iolo\common\lib\ioloServiceManager.exe [2010-10-24 600944]
R2 ioloSystemService;iolo System Service;c:\program files\iolo\common\lib\ioloServiceManager.exe [2010-10-24 600944]
S2 gupdate;Google Update Service (gupdate);c:\program files\google\update\GoogleUpdate.exe [2010-3-22 135664]
S3 Lavasoft Ad-Aware Service;Lavasoft Ad-Aware Service;c:\program files\lavasoft\ad-aware\AAWService.exe [2011-4-18 2146496]
S3 Lavasoft Kernexplorer;Lavasoft helper driver;c:\program files\lavasoft\ad-aware\kernexplorer.sys [2011-4-18 15232]
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=============== Created Last 30 ================
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2011-04-29 02:33:11 -------- d-----w- C:\ComboFix
2011-04-25 20:42:26 -------- d-----w- c:\docume~1\music\applic~1\iolo
2011-04-25 20:01:00 -------- d-----w- c:\docume~1\music\locals~1\applic~1\Adobe
2011-04-25 19:42:01 73728 ----a-w- c:\windows\system32\javacpl.cpl
2011-04-25 09:12:25 -------- d-----w- c:\program files\CCleaner
2011-04-25 09:11:35 -------- d-----w- c:\docume~1\music\locals~1\applic~1\Temp
2011-04-25 07:59:14 -------- d-sha-r- C:\cmdcons
2011-04-25 07:55:24 98816 ----a-w- c:\windows\sed.exe
2011-04-25 07:55:24 89088 ----a-w- c:\windows\MBR.exe
2011-04-25 07:55:24 256512 ----a-w- c:\windows\PEV.exe
2011-04-25 07:55:24 161792 ----a-w- c:\windows\SWREG.exe
2011-04-23 09:03:56 16432 ----a-w- c:\windows\system32\lsdelete.exe
2011-04-23 08:02:44 98392 ----a-w- c:\windows\system32\drivers\SBREDrv.sys
2011-04-22 05:51:22 64512 ----a-w- c:\windows\system32\drivers\Lbd.sys
2011-04-22 05:47:27 -------- dc-h--w- c:\docume~1\alluse~1\applic~1\{AA5544E4-9BBC-419B-9204-40B5924D26AA}
2011-04-22 05:47:13 -------- d-----w- c:\program files\Lavasoft
2011-04-21 17:35:47 -------- d-----w- c:\program files\Spybot - Search & Destroy
2011-04-21 17:35:47 -------- d-----w- c:\docume~1\alluse~1\applic~1\Spybot - Search & Destroy
2011-04-20 03:01:16 71596 ----a-w- c:\documents and settings\all users\SPL9.tmp
2011-04-19 06:06:49 -------- d-----w- c:\windows\system32\wbem\repository\FS
2011-04-19 06:06:49 -------- d-----w- c:\windows\system32\wbem\Repository
2011-04-19 06:06:29 -------- d-----w- c:\program files\iTunes
2011-04-19 06:06:29 -------- d-----w- c:\program files\iPod
2011-04-19 06:06:12 -------- d-----w- c:\program files\Bonjour
2011-04-16 22:02:07 -------- d-----w- c:\program files\iPod(4)
2011-04-16 22:02:05 -------- d-----w- c:\program files\iTunes(4)
2011-04-16 22:00:50 -------- d-----w- c:\program files\Bonjour(4)
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==================== Find3M ====================
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2011-04-25 19:41:50 472808 ----a-w- c:\windows\system32\deployJava1.dll
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============= FINISH: 13:30:54.28 ===============

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UNLESS SPECIFICALLY INSTRUCTED, DO NOT POST THIS LOG.
IF REQUESTED, ZIP IT UP & ATTACH IT
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DDS (Ver_11-03-05.01)
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Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Boot Device: \Device\HarddiskVolume1
Install Date: 3/1/2010 1:00:04 AM
System Uptime: 4/30/2011 3:18:56 AM (10 hours ago)
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Motherboard: XFX | | XFX Nforce 680i LT
Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU E4600 @ 2.40GHz | Socket 775 | 2400/200mhz
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==== Disk Partitions =========================
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C: is FIXED (NTFS) - 149 GiB total, 115.04 GiB free.
D: is CDROM ()
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==== Disabled Device Manager Items =============
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==== System Restore Points ===================
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RP51: 4/7/2011 7:28:17 PM - System Checkpoint
RP52: 4/9/2011 4:27:53 AM - System Checkpoint
RP53: 4/10/2011 5:03:47 AM - System Checkpoint
RP54: 4/11/2011 6:53:43 PM - System Checkpoint
RP55: 4/12/2011 7:18:02 PM - System Checkpoint
RP56: 4/13/2011 7:40:36 PM - System Checkpoint
RP57: 4/14/2011 8:18:02 PM - System Checkpoint
RP58: 4/15/2011 8:30:03 PM - System Checkpoint
RP59: 4/16/2011 5:55:55 PM - Removed iTunes
RP60: 4/16/2011 6:01:59 PM - Installed iTunes
RP61: 4/17/2011 6:29:48 PM - System Checkpoint
RP62: 4/18/2011 6:32:01 PM - System Checkpoint
RP63: 4/19/2011 2:05:30 AM - Restore Operation
RP64: 4/20/2011 11:02:34 PM - System Checkpoint
RP65: 4/21/2011 12:01:09 PM - Installed Java(TM) 6 Update 24
RP66: 4/22/2011 12:58:36 PM - System Checkpoint
RP67: 4/23/2011 1:10:37 PM - System Checkpoint
RP68: 4/24/2011 1:59:41 PM - System Checkpoint
RP69: 4/25/2011 2:02:37 PM - Removed Java(TM) 6 Update 20
RP70: 4/25/2011 3:41:41 PM - Installed Java(TM) 6 Update 24
RP71: 4/25/2011 3:55:26 PM - Removed Adobe Reader 8
RP72: 4/25/2011 4:01:46 PM - Installed Adobe Reader X (10.0.1).
RP73: 4/26/2011 4:03:18 PM - System Checkpoint
RP74: 4/27/2011 4:52:22 PM - System Checkpoint
RP75: 4/28/2011 5:20:39 PM - System Checkpoint
RP76: 4/29/2011 5:41:25 PM - System Checkpoint
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==== Installed Programs ======================
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Ad-Aware
Adobe Acrobat 5.0
Adobe AIR
Adobe Flash Player 10 ActiveX
Adobe Flash Player 10 Plugin
Adobe Reader X (10.0.1)
Apple Application Support
Apple Mobile Device Support
Apple Software Update
Ask Toolbar
Bonjour
CCleaner
Combat Arms
ERUNT 1.1j
Google Chrome
Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer
Google Update Helper
High Definition Audio Driver Package - KB888111
Hotfix for Windows XP (KB952287)
Hotfix for Windows XP (KB979306)
Hotfix for Windows XP (KB981793)
iTunes
Java Auto Updater
Java(TM) 6 Update 24
Lexmark 3300 Series
Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware
Microsoft Internationalized Domain Names Mitigation APIs
Microsoft National Language Support Downlevel APIs
Microsoft Office 2007 Service Pack 2 (SP2)
Microsoft Office Excel MUI (English) 2007
Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007
Microsoft Office OneNote MUI (English) 2007
Microsoft Office PowerPoint MUI (English) 2007
Microsoft Office Proof (English) 2007
Microsoft Office Proof (French) 2007
Microsoft Office Proof (Spanish) 2007
Microsoft Office Proofing (English) 2007
Microsoft Office Proofing Tools 2007 Service Pack 2 (SP2)
Microsoft Office Shared MUI (English) 2007
Microsoft Office Shared Setup Metadata MUI (English) 2007
Microsoft Office Word MUI (English) 2007
Microsoft Silverlight
Microsoft Software Update for Web Folders (English) 12
MSXML 4.0 SP2 (KB954430)
MSXML 4.0 SP2 (KB973688)
Nero 7 Essentials
neroxml
NVIDIA Drivers
NVIDIA ForceWare Network Access Manager
Pacesetter ELS Lettering
Pando Media Booster
QuickTime
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver
Runes of Magic
Safari
Security Update for 2007 Microsoft Office System (KB969559)
Security Update for 2007 Microsoft Office System (KB976321)
Security Update for 2007 Microsoft Office System (KB982312)
Security Update for 2007 Microsoft Office System (KB982331)
Security Update for Microsoft Office Excel 2007 (KB982308)
Security Update for Microsoft Office InfoPath 2007 (KB979441)
Security Update for Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007 (KB982158)
Security Update for Microsoft Office system 2007 (972581)
Security Update for Microsoft Office system 2007 (KB969613)
Security Update for Microsoft Office system 2007 (KB974234)
Security Update for Microsoft Office Visio Viewer 2007 (KB973709)
Security Update for Microsoft Office Word 2007 (KB982135)
Security Update for Windows Internet Explorer 7 (KB938127-v2)
Security Update for Windows Internet Explorer 7 (KB982381)
Security Update for Windows Media Player (KB952069)
Security Update for Windows Media Player (KB954155)
Security Update for Windows Media Player (KB968816)
Security Update for Windows Media Player (KB973540)
Security Update for Windows Media Player (KB978695)
Security Update for Windows Media Player (KB979402)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB2229593)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB923561)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB941569)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB946648)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB950760)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB950762)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB950974)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB951066)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB951376-v2)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB951748)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB952004)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB952954)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB955069)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB956572)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB956744)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB956802)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB956803)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB956844)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB958644)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB958869)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB959426)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB960225)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB960803)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB960859)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB961501)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB969059)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB969947)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB970238)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB970430)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB971468)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB971657)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB971961)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB972270)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB973354)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB973507)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB973869)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB973904)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB974112)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB974318)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB974392)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB974571)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB975025)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB975467)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB975560)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB975561)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB975562)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB975713)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB977165-v2)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB977816)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB977914)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB978037)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB978251)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB978262)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB978338)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB978542)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB978601)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB978706)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB979309)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB979482)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB979559)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB979683)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB980195)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB980218)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB980232)
Security Update for Windows XP (KB981349)
Spybot - Search & Destroy
Update for 2007 Microsoft Office System (KB967642)
Update for Microsoft Office OneNote 2007 (KB980729)
Update for Windows Internet Explorer 7 (KB980182)
Update for Windows XP (KB951978)
Update for Windows XP (KB955759)
Update for Windows XP (KB967715)
Update for Windows XP (KB968389)
Update for Windows XP (KB971737)
Update for Windows XP (KB973687)
Update for Windows XP (KB973815)
Update for Windows XP (KB978207)
Update for Windows XP (KB980182)
Visual C++ 2008 x86 Runtime - (v9.0.30729)
Visual C++ 2008 x86 Runtime - v9.0.30729.01
WebFldrs XP
Windows Internet Explorer 7
Windows Media Format Runtime
Windows XP Service Pack 3
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==== Event Viewer Messages From Past Week ========
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4/28/2011 7:38:24 PM, error: sr [1] - The System Restore filter encountered the unexpected error '0xC0000001' while processing the file '' on the volume 'HarddiskVolume1'. It has stopped monitoring the volume.
4/25/2011 2:06:11 PM, error: Ftdisk [49] - Configuring the Page file for crash dump failed. Make sure there is a page file on the boot partition and that is large enough to contain all physical memory.
4/25/2011 2:06:11 PM, error: Ftdisk [45] - The system could not sucessfully load the crash dump driver.
4/25/2011 2:02:58 PM, error: Service Control Manager [7023] - The Application Management service terminated with the following error: The specified module could not be found.
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==== End Of File ===========================


Everything looks ok at the moment. Was able to have 2 browsers open at once which before would cause them to shut down.

[shelf life]

looks good. Couple of things; You can delete the DDS icon and logs as well as the tdsskiller icon and logs. Combofix can be removed like this:
start>run and type in the box:
combofix /uninstall
click ok or enter
Note the space after the / and before the /

Next you can make a new restore point. The how and the why:

One of the features of Windows XP,Vista and Windows7 is the System Restore option, however if malware infects a computer it is possible that the malware could be backed up in the System Restore archive. Therefore, clearing the restore points is a good idea after malware is removed and your computer appears to be functioning ok.

To reset your restore points, please note that you will need to log into your computer with an account which has full administrator access. You will know if the account has administrator access because you will be able to see the System Restore tab. If the tab is missing, you are logged in under a limited account.

(winXP)

1. Turn off System Restore. (deletes old possibly infected restore point)

On the Desktop, right-click My Computer.

Click Properties.

Click the System Restore tab.

Check Turn off System Restore.

Click Apply, and then click OK.

2. Reboot.

3. Turn ON System Restore.(creates a new restore points on a clean system)

On the Desktop, right-click My Computer.

Click Properties.

Click the System Restore tab.

UN-Check *Turn off System Restore*.

Click Apply, and then click OK, then reboot

And last some tips to help you remain malware free:


10 Tips for Prevention and Avoidance of Malware:
There is no reason why your computer can not stay malware free.

No software can think for you. Help yourself. In no special order:

1) It is essential to keep your operating system (Windows) browser (IE, FireFox, Chrome, Opera) and other software up to date to "patch" vulnerabilities that could be exploited. Visit Windows Update frequently or use the Windows auto-update feature. Staying updated is also essential for web based applications, browser plugins and addons like Java, Adobe Flash/Reader, iTunes etc. More and more third party applications are being targeted. Use the auto-update features available in most software. Not sure if you are using the latest version of software? Check their version status and get the updates here.

2) Know what you are installing to your computer. Alot of software can come bundled with unwanted add-ons, like adware, toolbars and malware. More and more legitimate software is installing useless toolbars if not unchecked first. Do not install any files from ads, popups or random links. Do not fall for fake warnings about virus and trojans being found on your computer and you are then prompted to install software to remedy this. See also the signs that you may have malware on your computer.

3) Install and keep updated: one antivirus and two or three anti-malware applications. If not updated they will soon be worthless. If either of these frequently find malware then its time to *review your computer habits*.

4) Refrain from clicking on links or attachments via E-Mail, IM, IRC, Chat Rooms, Blogs or Social Networking Sites, no matter how tempting or legitimate the message may seem. Do you trust the source? See also E-mail phishing Tricks.

5) Do not click on ads/pop ups or offers from websites requesting that you need to install software to your computer--*for any reason*. Use the Alt+F4 keys to close the window.

6) Don't click on offers to "scan" your computer. Install ActiveX Objects with care. Do you trust the website to install components?

7) Consider the use of limited (non-privileged) accounts for everyday use, rather than administrator accounts. Limited accounts can help prevent *malware from installing and lessen its potential impact.* This is exactly what user account control (UAC) in Windows Vista and Windows 7 attempts to address.

8) Install and understand the *limitations* of a software firewall.

9) A slide show how to for securing Internet Explorer 8.0 for safer surfing. How to harden FireFox. for safer surfing.

10) Warez, cracks etc are very popular for carrying malware payloads.If you download/install files via p2p networks you will encounter malware. A file can be named anything be nothing but malware or have malware bundled in it. Can you really trust the source of the file?


More info/tips with pictures, links below

Happy Safe Surfing.

[tkg123]

Thank you so so so very much for your time and help! It is very much appreciated. I am very greatful that there is a place like this for people to go where there are people such as yourself that will give their own free time to help others. I cant thank you enough. Have a great day.

[shelf life]

Ok, your welcome. Happy Safe surfing out there.