Question:
my computer is constantly having spyware issues and making a grinding sound. what can I do?
2008-12-24 13:50:05 UTC
Recently I have been having some major issues with one of my work computers. Now before anyone says anything about adult web sites, let me tell you that does not happen. This computer is used strictly for work use only. About two weeks ago I noticed that anytime that I would open the web browser, pop ups would start coming up randomly and my command prompt would suddenly open. I immediately did a system restore that enabled me to still save the files on my hard drive. The computer worked fine for about 2 hours, then the issues started occurring yet again. I then installed adaware and ran a full scan and it reported about 9 trojan infections which I removed. Well guess what, the issues are still going on anytime that I use that computer. The computer is only about 2 years old and is a Gateway. In addition to the spyware issues, the computer is constantly making a grinding sound as if it is running numerous programs at once even whenever there are NO programs running at all. So I have ran the adaware scan and removed spyware there, I have ran Mcafee virus scan and it showed there were no viruses .... what could be the issue and what can I do to fix this? also, what could I put on this computer for future protection so that I don't have this problem again? thanks
Seven answers:
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2008-12-24 19:52:58 UTC
You must check your firewall and make sure it is ON.

You must apply security patches from Microsoft.

You must install Spybot-S&D and immune your system from spyware.



Spybot-Search & Destroy (Spybot-S&D) is a popular malware,

spyware and adware removal program, which is free.



http://www.safer-networking.org/en/download/index.html
2008-12-24 14:18:36 UTC
I use avast! anti-virus home edition for its boot-time scan which scans for spyware and viruses as windows is starting. Another free anti-virus program would be AVG. You can also get online scan from trend-micro housecall. It's best if you don't use multiple anti-virus programs at the same time as they may interfere with each other. For example, when I put a trojan in quarantine and the file was moved to a folder another anti-virus program picked it up inside the quarantine folder and wanted to quarantine it too. Also that grinding sound is probably your hard-drive. You can tell by checking the hard-drive activity light somewhere on your computer (there is usually a cylinder symbol next to it). If the light is flashing at the same time you hear the grinding sound then it is your hard drive.
ilknur K
2008-12-24 14:24:57 UTC
Restart you Computer Safe Mode With Networking how to Restart?

1. Log out and reboot your machine.

2. When the machine starts the reboot sequence, press the F8 key repeatedly.

3. Select Safe Mode or i Recommend Use Safe Mode with Networking from the resulting menu.

4. When the log in screen comes up, log in as Administrator. By default, Administrator has no password.

5. The machine will continue booting, but the Windows desktop will look different. In The Safe Mode With NetworkingThen Download and Scan Use Norman Malware Cleaner Press here http://www.norman.com/Virus/Virus_removal_tools/24789/



6. Use Super Anti-Spyware To Remove Spyware,adware, malware, Trojans, dialers, worms, keyloggers, and hijackers. Prevent potentially harmful to download Super Anti-Spyware Press here http://www.superantispyware.com/



7.And Use Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware is designed to quickly detect, destroy, and prevent malware, spyware, trojans. Can detect and remove malware that even the most well-known Anti-Virus and Anti-Malware applications on the market today cannot To Download Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware Press herehttp://www.download.com/Malwarebytes-Anti-Malware/3000-8022_4-10804572.html?tag=contentBody;mostPopTwoColWrap&cdlPid=10896905



8. Before to Use Combofix Read How to use ComboFix Press here http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/combofix/how-to-use-combofix



9. in the Safe Mode Try To remove this virus manually ok log on in ''safe mode''

select ''Start'' on Taskbar then right click on ''internet explorer''

and then ''internet Properties''

under browser history select ''settings''

and then click on ''View Files''

top of the window click on ''local''tab

and then open ''temp'' folder



and delete every thing in this folder



and restart you Computer

10. The Final Try To Running System Restore

If your computer seems to be unstable, you've done a thorough anti-virus and anti-spyware scan, and you've been unable to remove any suspected software packages through Control Panel, give System Restore a try. To roll back your computer settings to a previously saved restore point:



# Click the Start button, then select Programs / Accessories / System Tools

# Click System Restore.

# Choose "Restore my computer to an earlier time" then click Next.

# Select a day on the calendar, a restore point description, then click Next. Press here http://askbobrankin.com/system_restore.html
Dark Angel 1
2008-12-24 14:47:44 UTC
I had this same thing happen to me and my stalker.hacker had me key logged so like you when i was on the net, i would hear grinding and lights flashing and it finally ruined my computer as he corrupted all files, and gave me many trojans and worms.Get the AVG anti virus and it will catch any viruses before they get in there . and keep a firewall on 24.7.. Lots of luck and watch that guy, seriously..
kucuba
2016-10-18 15:01:25 UTC
there is homestead windows Defender, which you would be able to save for unfastened after the get carry of. may well be a registry difficulty. pass to microsoft and seek for W.D. connect the progressed club additionally. I merely had to alter over to cyber defender because of the fact my previous spyware, 11 months previous, might desire to have had it attempting to dam spyware. you may get carry of many adwares, yet to determine that them to do away with the spyware you will possibly desire to pay for it. I paid $forty 8 and it fastened my computer additionally. I won the spyware, spyware, and Registry clever- you desire registry clever because of the fact while your registry is cluttered it may create havoc. merely a pair of suggestions for ya...
2008-12-24 22:32:15 UTC
Go to http://www.spywareremover-download.com

Download Spywareremover for free.

Not only does spywareRemover get rid of the malicious spyware & adware that have invaded your system, it also prevents infestations from reoccurring. SPYwareRemover will keep your computer's performance at its best and it will protect your privacy and your identity.
2008-12-24 22:12:41 UTC
To remove spyware,there are many solutions exist, all of them with their own strengths and weaknesses.

Top 5 anti-spywares reviews,comparisons and download links on

http://anti-spyware-center.com

You can download and scan your computer for free.


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