A Bit Better Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 A couple days ago I got a random error. Something about system spoof I think. When I googled it it seemed to be a printer driver error so I ignored it (as my printer wasn't even connected). Turned it off later.The next time I turned it on Norton came up with an error and now it doesn't start when I turn on the PC. Also I have difficulty running programs. For example I've clicked Microsoft Word about 10 times now but it won't open. It starts to open but stops halfway after that little box comes up. Then that box never goes away.Those in the know... Help me please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Medic Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Have you scanned using your Anti-virus? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bladerunner Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 There's a few things it could be.use this and report back what it says.http://www.pandasecurity.com/homeusers/solutions/activescan/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Bit Better Posted January 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Can't open Norton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bladerunner Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 There's a few things it could be.use this and report back what it says.http://www.pandasecurity.com/homeusers/solutions/activescan/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c*squared Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 system restore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Bit Better Posted January 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Not gonna lie bladerunner... I'm shook to follow your instructions because I fear our past beef may be making you lead me to PC destruction.*Cross fingers*OK, I'll do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bladerunner Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Not gonna lie bladerunner... I'm shook to follow your instructions because I fear our past beef may be making you lead me to PC destruction.*Cross fingers*OK, I'll do it.lol just trust me man, i aint got no grudges Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Bit Better Posted January 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Cool. Said it could take an hour but it's at 10% so don't think it'll be long. Already found one infected file.Pissed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Bit Better Posted January 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 OK going to bed. 13 files now and still at the same percentage. Will report back in the morning. Safe still. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gage Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Best way to delete virus is actively monitor your task managers processes tab and when u see something suspected, type the image name into your search box and delete it once your pc has found it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bacardi_Up Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 System restore/back up your sh*t if you can and format. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Bit Better Posted January 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 It says I have one active generic trojan and that it will disinfect for me so I'm gonna register. Then when it's sorted it out I'm going to delete shitty f*ck*ng Norton and get a real antivirus. Thing has always been sh*t but I just allowed it but not now.What should I get afterwards? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetDreams Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Best way to delete virus is actively monitor your task managers processes tab and when u see something suspected, type the image name into your search box and delete it once your pc has found itNot reallyThey might not even show up in the process tab and most are designed to reinstall on deletion, plus the added fact of most not knowing what to deleteGet a couple good programs , CCleaner, Malwarebytes and a good antivirus and just spend an hour cleaning everything up - I use Norton as it doesn't give me an problems TBH..Edit: Corrected one of the program names. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Bit Better Posted January 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Says it has disinfected it but I still can't open anything. Want to just restart the laptop but too scared to turn it off incase this is the last time I see it on!I guess it's backup time.Can someone give me some more advice please. StreetDreams, yours was vague. Break it down to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Boy Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 system restoremight be the only way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Bit Better Posted January 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 OK backed up all my music and downloads etc. How do I save my firefox favourites? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamau5 Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Bang Bang MAcbook Pro gang Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Dynamau5 Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Bang Bang MAcbook Pro gang Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamau5 Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Bang Bang MAcbook Pro gang Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taurus Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Why don't you restore the system like 10 people have already suggested Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heero Yuy Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Get rid of norton, i really don't like all the mainstream commercial anti virus products. tAVG all the way mate i've had this for a year strong now and i haven't encountered no problems at all and its totally freeIf you know what your doing with computers mate then try using event viewer to find the problem, it could point out the source of the problem or atleast put you on some sort of directionYou know your registerys and things maybe corrupt try this little tool aswell : http://www.ccleaner.com/ ( even if it doesn't work now make sure you get it back if u go down the system restore route)try the simpele fings first like, removing nortan...system restore might be the answer although thats not a garuenteed fix Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Bit Better Posted January 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Why don't you restore the system like 10 people have already suggestedBit drastic don't you think? I'd like to try to solve the problem instead of just wiping the slate clean and starting again.Plus...I don't know how. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Boy Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Why don't you restore the system like 10 people have already suggestedBit drastic don't you think? I'd like to try to solve the problem instead of just wiping the slate clean and starting again.Plus...I don't know how.das a PC World Ting ... 20 pound and ur nicejut remember to back up ur work and stuff lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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