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Old 08-28-2008, 01:30 PM   #1 (permalink)
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i have a problem with my computer
around 1.5 month ago my download manager flashget stop working properly
i ignore it and delete flashget and get free download manager (FDM)
-after that one by one my other application get weird too i can't open some of them and now my FDM not working properly to
-and around 3 day ago my browser firefox start acting weird , sometime it freeze for second and start working again . because i think my memory is the problem i delete many application but problem still perish, then i decide to defragment my computer but it won't start then i try to do system restore but it wont start to
-yesterday if i click link in google i will get redirect but that problem is fixed itself today
-then today i just realize that i can;t get my avg updated then when try to open many anti virus site that recommended in this site i can't access them to

please help me how to fixed this
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Old 08-28-2008, 01:42 PM   #2 (permalink)
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When you say Flashget and FDM are they P2P (peer to peer programs)
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Old 08-28-2008, 01:57 PM   #3 (permalink)
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I believe those are just download managers Dalo.


Your computer could be infected with Malware.
  • Malware is software designed to infiltrate or damage a computer system without the owner's informed consent.
    It is a combination of the words malicious and software.
    The expression is a general term used by computer professionals to mean a variety of forms of hostile, intrusive, or annoying software or program code.
  • Required Cleanup Steps
    1. Disable the Spybot Search & Destroy TEA TIMER if you use it and if it is enabled
    2. Run a Temporary file and cache cleaner (ATF)
    3. Run 2 Anti-Malware scanners (Listed Below)
    4. Run an Online Anti-Virus / Anti-Malware Scanner (Listed Below)
    5. Clear out old System Restore points
    6. If continued Malware type activity is present you may be asked to post a TrendMicro™ HijackThis™ Log file, do not do so unless requested.
The reason to run multiple scanners is to ensure that no single scanner is missing something.
The time it takes will vary depending on your system and your internet connection speed.
Typically the SUPERAntiSpyware and Malwarebytes scanners will take between 10 to 90 minutes.
The ESET online scan should take between 1 to 3 hours.
In most cases, these scans will suffice to clean and disinfect your computer.
Heavily infected systems or slower PCs can take much longer to scan and clean.

For best results print the following instructions and bookmark this Web page
To keep this guide printer-friendly, use your cursor to highlight the contents below.
From your browser select File - Print and in the printer dialog box under "Print range"
click the Selection choice to print out these instructions for removal of malware.
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STEP 1
  • Disable Spybot Search & Destroys' TEA TIMER: (if installed, if not go to Step 2)
    1. Run Spybot-S&D in Advanced Mode.
    2. If it is not already set to do this Go to the Mode menu select "Advanced Mode"
    3. On the left hand side, Click on Tools
    4. Then click on the Resident Icon in the List
    5. Uncheck "Resident TeaTimer" and OK any prompts.
    6. Restart your computer.
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STEP 2
  • Follow these instructions carefully.
  • Download ATF-Cleaner from Snapfiles.com to remove un-needed temporary files from your computer that may contain malware.
  • You can also download it from Majorgeeks.com
  • When you run ATF-Cleaner, check the items as shown below for Main.
  • For FireFox, be sure to click on the FireFox tab on top and check the items as shown below for FireFox
  • NOTE: If you don't have FireFox or Opera installed then they will be grayed out and can be ignored
  • Then click on "Empty Selected".
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STEP 3
  • Install and run the free version (not the Professional version) of SUPERAntiSpyware from SUPERAntiSpyware.com
    • Accept any prompts to allow SUPERAntiSpyware to install the latest rules and infection definition files.
    • You do not have to send them your e-mail address, just click next.
    • You can leave the automated check for updates on.
    • You can uncheck "Send a diagnostic report to research center" if you don't want to send the information.
    • DO NOT allow SUPERAntiSpyware to protect your Home Page settings.
    • On the Top Left select the Scan your computer button.
    • Make sure there is a CHECK MARK on all Fixed Drives.
    • Click "Perform a Complete Scan". Click "Next" to Repair issues found and reboot the computer when prompted to do so.
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STEP 4
  • Install and run Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware from Malwarebytes - (direct download)
    • Accept all defaults for the installer
    • Allow the program to update the definitions
    • Click on the Quick Scan and click Next.
    • If any items are found allow it to clean them and then Reboot your computer.
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STEP 5
  • Run an online scan with ESET from Free Virus Scan: Use ESET's Online Antivirus Scanner
    • You must use Internet Explorer for this online scan. FireFox, Opera, etc will not work for this scan.
    • If your computer is running Window's Vista, then you must first start Internet Explorer as an Administrator. To do so, right-click on the Internet Explorer icon in the Start Menu and select "Run as administrator" from the popup context menu.
    • Accept the terms and click "Start".
    • Once the scanner is ready, check "Remove found threats" AND "Scan unwanted applications".
    • Click "Start" to begin the scan.
    • When completed restart your computer
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Make sure your internet firewall security is enabled, and then please return to Free PC Help and tell us how the computer seems to be operating.
At that time, you will receive instructions to assist you in removing malicious programs from your Add/Remove program list if warranted.

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Unless instructed to by the Technician helping you then do not download this tool.

Once you and the Technician agree that your system appears to be clean then you should delete all your System Restore points and recreate a new one.
Please follow the instructions here
How to turn off and turn on System Restore in Windows XP
How to turn off and turn on System Restore in Windows Vista
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Old 08-28-2008, 01:59 PM   #4 (permalink)
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If you cant download these on your computer, download them on another computer and transfer the programs to your computer.
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Old 08-28-2008, 05:06 PM   #5 (permalink)
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thanks for the tips
i already doing step 2 to 4
but when i try step 5 they ask me to install some program
should i i stall it or not?
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Old 08-28-2008, 05:09 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Does it ask to install the active X control? If so, then yes.
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Old 08-29-2008, 02:23 PM   #7 (permalink)
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thanks for the help
i think most of my problem already fixed except my FDM still acting weird
i only doing step 2-4 because my internet connection is very slow so i can't complete step 5
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Old 08-29-2008, 02:30 PM   #8 (permalink)
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The eset online scan is very important, so maybe let it run before you go to bed.

For FDM, just uninstall it, download it again, then reinstall.
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