Hi Juliet
Sorry past my bet time us OAP's need our shut eye. will check again in the morning.
LOL
Mine is coming soon.
About the only way to be rid of the tools updating is to remove the tools....But you can't do without an antivirus and actually having layered security is what you want.
MBAM seemingly does run quick, as least mine appears to. As for Antivirus. Microsoft Security Essentials mostly runs quietly in the back ground but when it updates it will hog resources for a short time like the others.
It's never a win - win situation.
OK, let's remove tools and quarantine folders and send you on your way.
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Open notepad. Please copy the contents of the quote box below. To do this highlight the contents of the box and right click on it and select copy.
Paste this into the open notepad. save it to the Desktop as
fixlist.txt
NOTE. It's important that both files,
FRST/FRST64 and
fixlist.txt are in the same location or the fix will not work.
Run FRST/FRST64 and press the Fix button just once and wait.
no needed to post the log this time.
start
DeleteQuarantine:
end
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- Download Delfix from here
- Ensure Remove disinfection tools is ticked
Also tick:
- Create registry backup
- Purge system restore
- Click Run
Any other tools and files found can simply be deleted or uninstall via Add/Remove Programs in the Control Panel etc.
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Your good to go, good job!
Please take the time to read over a few of my preventive tips.
Computer Security
http://malwareremoval.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=557960#p557960
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Be prepared for CryptoLocker:
Cryptolocker Ransomware: What You Need To Know
CryptoLocker Ransomware Information Guide and FAQ
to help protect your computer in the future I recommend that you get the following free programmes:
CryptoPrevent install this programme to lock down and prevent crypto ransome ware
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Please navigate to
Microsoft Windows Updates and download all the
"Critical Updates" for Windows.
Firefox 3
The award-winning Web browser is now faster, more secure, and fully customizable to your online life. With Firefox 3, added powerful new features that make your online experience even better. It has more features and is a lot more secure than IE. It is a very easy and painless download and install, it will no way interfere with IE, you can use them both.
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NoScript - Addon for Firefox that stops all scripts from running on websites. Stops malicious software from invading via flash, java, javascript, and many other entry points.
AdblockPlus
- AdblockPlus, Surf the web without annoying ads!
- Blocks banners, pop-ups and video ads - even on Facebook and YouTube
- Protects your online privacy
- Two-click installation, It's free!
- click the icon that corresponds to your browser and download.
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WOT Web of Trust, warns you about risky websites that try to scam visitors, deliver malware or send spam. Protect your computer against online threats by using WOT as your front-line layer of protection when browsing or searching in unfamiliar territory. WOT's color-coded icons show you ratings for 21 million websites - green to go, yellow for caution and red to stop, helping you avoid the dangerous sites. WOT has an addon available for both Firefox and IE.
- Green should be good to go
- Yellow for caution
- Red to stop
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How to prevent Malware:
Created by Miekiemoes
WARNING: Java is the #1 exploited program at this time. The Department of Homeland Security recommends that computer users disable Java
See this article (
http://www.forbes.com/sites/eliseackerman/2013/01/11/us-department-of-homeland-security-calls-on-computer-users-to-disable-java/
and this article (
http://www.nbcnews.com/technology/technolog/us-warns-java-software-security-concerns-escalate-1B7938755
I would recommend that you completely uninstall Java unless you need it to run an important software.
In that instance I would recommend that you disable Java in your browsers until you need it for that software and then enable it. (See How to diasble Java in your web browser (
http://www.geekstogo.com/2600/how-to-disable-java-in-your-web-browser/) and How to unplug Java from the browser
([url]http://krebsonsecurity.com/how-to-unplug-java-from-the-browser/))[/url]
Avoid P2P
P2P may be a great way to get lots of stuffs, but it is a great way to get infected as well. There's no way to tell if the file being shared is infected. Worse still, some worms spread via P2P networks, infecting you as well.
Please read these short reports on the dangers of peer-2-peer programs and file sharing.
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Please read the following safe computing articles..
Secure My Computer: A Layered Approach
Free Antivirus-AntiSpyware-Firewall Software
Keep a backup of your important files - Now, more than ever, it's especially important to protect your digital files and memories. This article is full of good information on alternatives for home backup solutions.
