Need PC help

Post by **SHIFT_Z** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

I know there are some computer heads on here, so see if this is familiar to anyoneOn my computer lately, I have been getting a ton of prono pop-ups. That I know of, I don't know that any of my other family members installed any of those pop-up install program prompts, and I don't visit porno websites. I already did the pop up block for Windows XP...Also- My calculator on the computer is missing. I heard about a virus that replaces it and people usually don't notice it, but we did.Anyone know how to stop these pop-ups and or about a possible virus I might have? Thanks-Kev

Post by **Kaioshin1982** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

shiftz whats ur aim I can help you out step by step but dont wanna whore this thread soo... IM me

Post by **elwesso** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

popup blocker- goto http://www.download.com and type in popup blocker..... I downloaded something called "updated popup blocker" and it blocks EVERYTHING!!!!!

im not sure about the calculator, I dont know how XP works, I am back in 98!

Post by **elwesso** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

If you want to email me sometime, I had a program that installed itself into MSCONFIG that would bring p0rn popups!!

Or IM me

elwesso69

Post by **TrueSlide** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

my firewall does a good job of blocking popups, Iam sure you heard of it, called ZoneAlarm.

Post by **elwesso** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

Do you have broadband? Sometimes you can have a firewall installed by the company no charge........

Post by **Cold_Zero** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

i run software and hardware firewalls. I also run Ad-ware and spybot software that searches out spyware and other types of annoying programs that are bundled with software and cause these types of problems. Its not a matter of one software program providing protection, you need layers of protection.

Post by **elwesso** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

That is true....... But wouldnt you say for most people that it isnt necessary..... My computer is off most the time, except when Im on it, it doesnt stay on during the day when im not around......

Post by **Cold_Zero** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

Do you have a broadband connection? Cydoor and Spyware dont care what connection you are running. Most of these types of programs can be installed while you are browsing. I would rather have too much protection than not enough. You can use McAfee's online virus scan. They bundle firewalls and virus protection all in on user interface.

Post by **SHIFT_Z** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

I have cable but I don't want any firewalls. I might look into one of those pop-up blockers.Thanks for the help.I double checked about the calculator thing- its a virus. (*chuckle*) *punches brother in face* lolSupposidly its nothing bad- but just annoyingThanks all-Kev

Post by **Cold_Zero** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

why dont you want firewalls?

Post by **TrueSlide** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

So ppl can break into his comp, destroy and he can use his "warrenty"

Post by **elwesso** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

I like that plan!!!

Post by **SHIFT_Z** » Mon Jun 23, 2003 2:37 pm

Me too *smug grin*

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