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tjrwindows
2008-11-25, 21:32
Spybot scans automatically every time I start up computer and not necessary. I have gone to advanced mode, settings and found nothing remarkable to correct the problem. Any help?

spybotsandra
2008-11-26, 15:02
Hello,

In order to undo Spybot-S&D's automation, you can delete the configuration file (which is named Configuration.ini). Where it is located depends on your Windows version:
(Please be sure that hidden files are shown. Please have a look at this page to see how to show hidden files and folders:
http://www.xtra.co.nz/help/0,,4155-1916458,00.html)

For Windows 95/98, the file is located in C:\Windows\Application Data\Spybot - Search & Destroy\
For Windows ME, the file is located in C:\Windows\All Users\Application Data\Spybot - Search & Destroy\
For Windows NT/2000/XP, you will find it in C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Spybot - Search & Destroy\

Either delete that file, or edit it (for example in notepad) setting all the Automation values in it to zero.

Best regards
Sandra
Team Spybot