Question:
Computer Problems Please Help!!!?
Mason
2015-02-05 17:08:03 UTC
After I cleaned my computer yesterday of programs I don't want and ran my two cleaning software CCleaner and Malwarebytes and adjusting my google chrome setting to limit ads from coming up. Mainly because my computer seemed a little bit slower than normal. But the problem seem to have gotten worse ads pop up everywhere even in place where it never popped before (ex: my schools homepage) and started to redirect me to other tabs trying to sell their anit-virues software. My computer is slower than it was before I did the clean up. I tried downloading adblock but it keeps saying network error. I really don't know what to do at this time if someone can help me!
Eighteen answers:
Thomas
2015-02-08 22:17:30 UTC
Oh wow I can't believe the steaming piles of **** you got for "advice". First of all, you have a malicious adware virus. This can be contracted through a number of methods but it's probably because of all that nonsense you installed on your computer. CC Cleaner, Avira, Ice Dragon, etc, it's all more garbage than your local trash compactor. Thing is, while you go ahead and feel safer with them installed, they actually make you MORE susceptible to viruses. This is because just like everything else, they're only products, never forget that. Products were made for the producer to make money, even if that means promising a few good intentions to boot.



Second, it could also be because you're running an OS that is too old to receive support. Note that anything behind Windows 7 is doomed. Windows XP, Windows 98 (although it'd be kind of hilarious if you were running 98). Step into this decade if you want to keep computing.



Third, now what is it you actually do? Great question. The only worthy piece of advice in his post has been to go into safe-mode. It'd be a giant leap into the right direction. Also uninstall all of these bullshit anti-virus software's; the only one you ever need that you should keep on AT ALL TIMES is Windows Defender. Ensure that its firewall is always on, ensure that its anti-virus is always on. Also constantly keep your computer updated. New malware is created daily so if you're prompted to update, do it and do it from a reliable source. One last thing, go into task manager and find any processes that look suspicious; even google them all if it gives you ease of mind.



Final cut: you should probably go to a computer technician after you think you've deleted the virus just to be sure. Also, do note you are an idiot for all you did to your computer. It deserves better so next time, trust it. Windows Defender is the software it comes with and it's all you need.
Andy T
2015-02-07 02:32:53 UTC
I would've just do a Root Canal to the setup, although I would openly admit I have the necessary skill to do so and I do have a semi-abandonned Windows 7 desktop with tonnes of infestation that rivals ordinary person's computer.



And I run Linux on USB, plug 'n play across machines, on SD cards, in little or large HD and few hours ago from a VGA desktop to dual-monitor laptop. I simply bring up a new install for any reason and transfer documents over.



Do similar thing; if you know how; if not, find someone who can.
mduilsam
2015-02-06 14:07:00 UTC
Attempt Comodo Glaciers Monster like a internet browser. It appears to obtain absolutely no adware and spyware even though you visit dangerous websites. We have no idea the reason behind this particular however perhaps it's therefore small utilized it is not worthwhile for that suppliers associated with Adware and spyware in order to assault this or possibly it's great built-in protection however for reasons uknown I've in no way experienced the home page hijacked or even already been affected by popups by using this internet browser.
ProfGene.Togolot
2015-02-06 09:28:55 UTC
Try Comodo Ice Dragon as a browser. It seems to get no malware even if you go to risky sites. I don't know the reason for this but maybe its so little used that it isn't worth it for the producers of Malware to attack it or maybe it has good built in defenses but for whatever reason I have never had a homepage hijacked or been plagued by popups using this browser.
ri
2015-02-08 09:43:43 UTC
Try Comodo Ice Dragon as a browser. It seems to get no malware even if you go to risky sites. I don't know the reason for this but maybe its so little used that it isn't worth it for the producers of Malware to attack it or maybe it has good built in defenses but for whatever reason I have never had a homepage hijacked or been plagued by popups using this browser.
2015-02-05 18:06:13 UTC
Yoj obviously did not use malwarebytes correctly. or downloaded from a non official site. But you should have a proper active anti-virus to prevent infections. Scanning programs will NOT protect you. And ccleaner has NOTHING to fdo with viruses. Start in safe mode with networking and download ONLY from http://malwarebytes.org. Set it to treat everything it finds as malware and to scan for rootkits. After scanning quarantine all. And do NOT mess with browser settings as you have no clue what you are doing. chrome is VERY insecure.
Tami
2015-02-08 20:49:26 UTC
Try going to Control Panel click Uninstall a program and uninstall anything that seems fishy and should not be there. Delete toolbars too. I've had the same problem before. It might be adware.
Brendon
2015-02-06 23:44:16 UTC
You need to boot into safe mode as many malicious code will alter its structure to remain undetectable in regular mode. Use firefox as your browser as it is much more secure. Do not have more than 1 anti-virus and 1 adware remover installed at a time.
Dick
2015-02-05 17:35:03 UTC
You should run Malwarebytes in the SAFE MODE to remove the malware that is causing all of the pop ups. Here's how.



These instructions are a bit lengthy so bear with me.



Most malware “programs” these days prevent you from deleting them or even finding them when you run your antivirus programs or any other sort of protection software. So what you have to do is run Windows in a mode that doesn't launch the executable files normally included in malware.



When windows boots up normally it launches not only windows but all of the software you have installed on your computer. There is a thing called SAFE MODE in Windows that only launches the basic windows files so it can run itself and it doesn't launch all of your other programs. In the Safe Mode it also does not launch any malware programs.



Using the Safe Mode is pretty simple and once you are boot up in Safe Mode you can run your antivirus programs and should be able to rid yourself any malware problems you have.



Here is how you run SAFE MODE in these versions of Windows (ME; 2000; XP; Vista; Win7).



BOOTING UP IN SAFE MODE:



You may very well have malware that is preventing you from doing things or your computer or it may cause your computer to run very slow.



The best way to work this problem is to boot your pc into the SAFE MODE. This is a mode where your computer only boots windows files and nothing else. So if there is malware present it doesn't boot up and preclude you from running antivirus/malware programs to clean up your pc. Here's how to get there.



1. Boot or reboot your pc and when you start seeing the screen becoming active start tapping the F8 key repeatedly at one half second intervals until you see a black screen with white lettering. Be patient this may take a short while (30 seconds or so) depending on how fast your computer normally boots up.

2. Look at the list of Safe Mode options near the top of the displayed page and use the arrow keys to move the highlighted line up to the SAFE MODE WITH NETWORKING line and then hit enter.

3. Give the pc a few minutes to fully boot up. It will boot with a fairly normal looking desk top screen but will have the words "Safe Mode" in all 4 corners of the screen.

4. Hopefully you have Malwarebytes installed. If so update the malware definitions using the Updates link and download the latest definitions.

If you don't have it installed, use your internet browser (Internet Explorer; Firefox; Chrome; etc.) and go to download.com, use the search box and search for Malwarebytes and download it and install it. Look for the Download box in dark green. You may have to click on two successive ones. When it asks you if you want a Typical or Custom installation select custom. Be cautious with each successive screen during the installation process. If you see any little check boxes or offers of additional software for free, decline it. This is not Malware necessarily but for the most part it is software that is not needed or wanted. Once Malwarebytes is installed, double click on the icon to run it.

5. Click on the Scan circle in Malwarebytes screen and run a full scan. Put a check mark in the little box that is titles Automatically Repair. Malwarebytes will remove all of the found problem items.

6. Reboot the pc into the normal boot up mode.

7. Run Malwarebytes any time you feel your computer isn’t performing well. My best recommendation is to get into the habit of running it when you are done with your computer for that session or for the day. Just put a check mark in the box to Automatically Repair and put one in the box that says Shut Down. You will have to put one in the Shut Down box each time you want it to run a scan, fix problems, and then shut off your pc.

It’s a great little program to clean up your pc and I’ve been using it for a few years now.

This should remove any malware/viruses you may have on your pc that is hindering its’ performance.



Hope this helps
Sebastian
2015-02-07 12:54:51 UTC
seems like you have a repeat virus, its a virus that keeps regenerating itself, bring it in to your local tech service store, have them manually remove it and do not get any anti-virus programs they are all scams, all computers have a built in one. By the way stop going to risky sites...
?
2015-02-05 19:28:49 UTC
first, CCleaner does not help u w/ hijackware issues. You had better recheck out your program settings, associated browser configurations like homepage, which are highly targeted sections for riskware.
?
2015-02-07 19:17:23 UTC
Don't download anything else.



Go into SAFE MODE and run your anti-virus and Ccleaner.
Ahsan
2015-02-08 01:01:39 UTC
remove all the programs that you don't need from control panel, including the CClearner and Malwarebytes. review the registry and remove anything you think not needed; stop the unnecessary services from startup at boot time;
Arthur
2015-02-05 18:24:28 UTC
remove all the programs that you don't need from control panel, including the CClearner and Malwarebytes. review the registry and remove anything you think not needed; stop the unnecessary services from startup at boot time;
Ahsan
2015-02-07 08:49:32 UTC
first, CCleaner does not help u w/ hijackware issues. You had better recheck out your program settings, associated browser configurations like homepage, which are highly targeted sections for riskware.

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https://answers.avira.com/en/question/tr...
Ronnie
2015-02-07 11:57:17 UTC
Control panel, recovery, system restore !
AskJoe
2015-02-05 18:18:24 UTC
get Iobit uninstaller. it removes everything you don't want and its free
Mahadi
2015-02-09 10:15:21 UTC
I have no idea about this


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