[Goku]

Hello Bee. I think you should install updates as they cannot definitely wreck more harm than the Malware itself. Now, that you are up and running you might want to create your own custom recovery disks as it can be an awful work to go through again if you have to reinstall sometime again. If you need help regarding that, then the other techs will be more than glad to help you.

The *.exe files are safe or unsafe depending on what program they belong to. We cannot guess what is safe or not unless you give us the name of the applications. I would only recommend that you use your common sense and install only that which is necessary. Anything other than that can be installed when the need arises.

Glad you got it resolved.

-- Goku

[BeeCeeBee]

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Thank you all!! I would like to create a recovery disc(s) and would be grateful if you can direct me where to look or who to ask.

I have decided to stay away from any .exe files on portable and just use Wolfey's security recommendations and download from scratch.

I would like to go back to Party Poker with the following observations.
1. I am not a gambler and you are not encouraging me to become one. Just harmless fun at what they call micro tables.
2. I know there are many disreputable sited out there but I am convinced this one isn't.
3. I just need to know if there is a safe way to do this. Right now I am just leaving it alone until I know I am safe and until I get recovery discs made.

Again thanks for your help and for putting up with me.

Barry

[Goku]

The instructions for making recovery disks differ from manufacturer to manufacturer. First of all, we need to know what is the make and model number of your PC? That will help us obtain the precise instructions required for making the restore discs on your system.

I don't know much about Poker but as I said before, there might be safer alternatives out there. A brief search on one of my trusted game creators, brought out these results. Just choose whichever game suits you best and hopefully you will like it.

Hope that helps.

-- Goku

[BeeCeeBee]

Thanks Goku.

I have a Toshiba Laptop Equium M40X - 189

I am putting poker on the long finger until I have every safety advantage I can get.

[Goku]

I seem to have found the appropriate instructions. Here you go.

How to Create a Toshiba Product Recovery CD/DVD

If you plan to install the version of Party Poker you previously had, then I would advise strongly against it. No amount of security software can protect you if you are bent on infecting yourself and installing Party Poker seems like a sure shot way to achieve this. Again, do not install the version of Party Poker you previously hard as it might lead all your efforts to nothing.

-- Goku

I utterly agree with Goku on the above post.

[BeeCeeBee]

I have given up on trying to find reasons to hope you are wrong. I understand that a lot of people do not install software but just play off the net. BUT I am not going to try that either without your comments.