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Downloader Viruses
This category is for questions about malware that automatically downloads spyware and infects the users system without the user's knowledge or permission.
2,120 Questions
Unwanted radio program playing Task manager has no programs running how do I make it stop?
I don't know what to say about the program, but open task manager and go to services and find it.
Can a Virus remove your antiVirus software?
It shouldn't, but it depends on how good your software is, and how complex the virus is. Norton are generally recognised as the best, but different software has different attributes.
If you have anti-virus software and you get a virus, then it may have been out-of-date, or had a problem with it.
If I were you, I'd get a mac, because not as many viruses have been developed for mac, and they're just generally good.
What is the difference between downloading and installing?
Downloading and installing can actually be two steps to get to your one desired goal; or can be separate functions used independently of one another.
For example, if you want to install a free or paid-for software product off the internet or from a CD-Rom, first you have to "download" the product onto your computer desktop or file. Then you will be required to "install" it onto your computer hard drive so you can actually use the product. Some examples of products like this might be an Intuit-brand Quicken or QuickBooks product or a Microsoft Money product; or the AVG free Virus protection product.
Or, sometimes all you may need or want to do is just download info that doesn't require installation. An example of that is online banking and using Quicken or Microsoft Money products already installed on your computer. Once you open the money management programs, you would go into them and go to your online banking and download your monthly statements.
Finally, there may be times you will download general information from the Internet to your printer to print out for your own purposes. An example of that might be viewing information here on Wiki.Answers.com. You would find the answers to your questions and print them out for later use.
To sum, downloading is a more simple process than installing an item; and more frequently done by the user. If you are needing to stay cutting edge in today's world, you will more than likely find yourself downloading and installing on a regular basis to keep up with the fast-paced and ever-changing world of the Internet.
Can you remove brontok with AVG?
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Brontok is a dangerous worm which can be removed with special malware removal utilities such as Brontok Removal Tool by Security Stronghold.
Can you scan an infected hard drive by moving it to a different computer?
although USB's can, hard drives can't
Oh heck ya,
if it's an internal HD then just buy a bare External HD "Enclosure", put the hard drive in it and hook it to the computer. Have the Anti-Virus scan the hard drive.
If it's an external HD, just plug it into another computer with the Anti-Virus software active.
You want license key for stopzilla antivirus?
If you want a license key for the STOPzilla antivirus software, you are going to have to purchase the software. There are free trials available for download.
Can a virus spread without internet?
Definitely, but not as easily.
A virus can spread without Internet through a LAN (Local Area Network) if you have one, through transferred files, or through removable media.
If your computer is connected to a local network which links multiple computers to each other, but not the Internet, the virus may be able to jump from one computer to the next within the LAN. This can be prevented by disconnecting the infected computer from the LAN.
If you copy files from an infected computer, they can also be potentially infected. From my experience, it seems that images are targeted more than most other kinds of files, but almost anything can be infected. Non-executable encrypted files are probably the safest, and compressed files, especially those in less common formats, like .rar or .7z. Remember, though, nothing is completely safe.
Removable devices can also be infected. While it is nearly impossible for your mouse of keyboard to be infected, some removable devices are fairly vulnerable. Flashdrives and external hard drives are the most common to be infected. Many viruses will only be able to spread from that removable device if the infected item is run. This can happen if your device autoruns (which has been disabled on most Windows computers since Windows XP), or if you open an infected picture of document, or run a portable program. Never run an executable that you do not recognize.
Optical disks (CDs and DVDs) are safer from this, but in theory, if not in practice, the virus could burn extra information to the disk, and you could be infected by the disk's autorun (which is NOT disabled on most computers) or by running the infected item.
Removable devices can also be tampered with such that they install the virus when they are connected. This would occur when the device driver is installed. I am unsure if a virus has any way to do this, or if it must be done manually by an individual.
Is there a stomach flu virus going around in san diego?
I had a "stomach flu" virus that would win a prize from the CDC. It was virulent and debilitating. I first started with bronchitis, cough, and a fever of 103. It then progressed to stomach pains, nausea, diarrhea, and an overwhelming feeling of "I'm so sick". I had NO appetite and lost 12 pounds. The last phase was a funny throat with hoarseness which continues to persist. Insomnia was and still is a problem as the all night trips to the bathroom have become a habit. I have spoken to several other people (Utah and California) who have had a similar course.
What is the best way to get rid of Avast?
There is an un-instill program at:
files.avast.com/files/eng/aswclean5.exe
that does a through job of cleaning out AVAST anti-virus
However make certain that you install an anti virus program as soon as possible after that to continue protecting you computer
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How Trojan horse virus occurs?
A Trojan horse virus occurs in infected documents, programs and executable files. They appear as something you would be familiar with so as to trick you into opening the file.
they are either fleas normal ones or sand fleas if sand fleas they are very hard to get rid of and they will lay dormant for upto 25 years every time a animal comes in they will come out of dormant. that's any kind of animal will hair. they only need one strand of hair to live.
Answerthey are either fleas normal ones or sand fleas if sand fleas they are very hard to get rid of and they will lay dormant for upto 25 years every time a animal comes in they will come out of dormant. that's any kind of animal will hair. they only need one strand of hair to live.no i have it and it does not have a virus in it i use it all the time but if i were u i'd update ur avg u dont have to pay for it to get protection but no the auto typer and clicker does not idk about the rest of his stuff tho
How do you remove registries which are not required in the laptop?
I assume you mean you wish to remove unneeded registry keys from your system registry in order to increase performance. As a rule of thumb, if you have to ask this question, then you do not need to do it, as attempting it will most likely end with you killing your laptop's operating system. Windows manages the registry, and it trys to keep the size down to a minimum (windows xp especially). Try to avoid the temptation of messing around with that behavior.
Is AVG Anti-Virus a good program to have on your computer?
AVG is well made software but it does something that I don't like. You see it has a virus vault feature. The problem is you can send the viruses that were infecting your computer and send them to your friends as attachments. That is fun for you but it is bad for those who don't have protection or have out dated software. AVG is free in some versions but I recommend Windows Live Onecare. It is a world class piece of software that protects against all threats it also has some great features.
AnswerNo dout its a good antivirrus and it can be easily and freely download from the internetIt has serveral features which are very good for example email security , spam filtering and several filtering , But u have to update the antivirus on the daily basis , atleast once in three days
Answernope its really rubbish! i got rid of mine and changed ot a new one- f-secure ! f-secure is way better but you do have to pay for it ! i had avg and it said it was free so i was like ok and i got a HUGE VIRUS! so i had to have my computer wiped !What is Anti- Virus Number -1?
Anti-Virus Number-1 is a rogue anti-spyware application. Anti-Virus Number-1 uses wilful fake advertisements and pretends to be a legitimate spyware remover. Typically, this parasite is installed without user's knowledge using Trojan viruses that display fake alert notifications. Once user clicks on fake alert window, he downloads and installs Anti-Virus Number 1 into his computer automatically.
Why are you not receiving your emails?
Probably because somebody is not sending them.
Also, check spam folder, normal e-mails sometimes get obliterated by filter.
Oh, and some e-mail providers are slow. A reliable e-mail is gmail from google.
Will Norton antivirus detect remote key logger on your computer?
It depends on what type of threat you have and you should ask Dave Kaspersky or the Norton anti-virus people try calling them.
How do you get rid of the virus ''taskeng.exe from your computer?
Generally, taskeng.exe is not a virus. It's a component of the Windows Task Scheduler subsystem. If the file is located in the system32 directory it's a legitimate part of the OS. If it's elsewhere on your system, it could be malware masquerading as a legitimate Windows component.
