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• I need an anti virus for my htc touch2, that I have to download?

  I need an anti virus for my htc touch2, that I have to download?

  Hello

  What operating system do you use?

  I suggest you to contact the support center for the HTC phone and check.

  http://www.HTC.com/www/support.aspx

• Installation of windows 7. Install says that I must remove anti-virus program that does not appear in my program list? __

  I am trying to install windows 7 Home Premium on the Visa.  Setting up tells me that I have to remove "Kaspersky Anti-virus".  It is, I don't have any listed program like "Kaspersky Anti-virus" in my programs.   I have an my ISP anti-virus program, however, does not Kaspersky.  I got anti-virus turned off when you try to install windows.   Anyone have any ideas?

  Hi algrant,.

  Welcome to the Microsoft Answers site!

  during the uninstallation of Kaspersky products such as Kaspersky Internet Security, Kaspersky Anti-virus , it leaves some files on the computer and is not completely uninstalled. But you can remove it completely using Kaspersky remover tool. Download the tool and remove the program completely. Search using your favorite for more information search engine.

  After uninstalling Kaspersky, also turn off the Windows Firewall or any other third-party firewall and then start the installation.

  You can download the Kaspersky remover tool from the link below:

  http://support.Kaspersky.com/FAQ/?QID=208279463

  Important note: this response contains a reference to third party World Wide Web site. Microsoft provides this information as a convenience to you. Microsoft does not control these sites and no has not tested any software or information found on these sites; Therefore, Microsoft cannot make any approach to quality, security or the ability of a software or information that are there. There are the dangers inherent in the use of any software found on the Internet, and Microsoft cautions you to make sure that you completely understand the risk before retrieving any software from the Internet.

  Kind regards
  Amal-Microsoft Support.
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• I just installed windows 7 and cannot open powerpoint. Message says that my anti virus blocking. I tried to update (AVG) but the computer indicates that the driver is not compatible

  I just installed windows 7 and cannot open powerpoint. Message says that my anti virus blocking. I tried to update (AVG) but the computer indicates that the driver is not compatible

  How your problem is related to Windows Update (compared to the Windows upgrade)?

  You posted your question in the AVG Free Forum? -Online http://forums.avg.com/ 
  ~ Robear Dyer (PA Bear) ~ MS MVP (that is to say, mail, security, Windows & Update Services) since 2002 ~ WARNING: MS MVPs represent or work for Microsoft

• Problem: Windows Security Center gives me a "alert" that my anti-virus is turned off, but I am running Windows defender and Microsoft Security Essentials.

  Windows Security Center gives me a "alert" that my anti-virus is disabled.  I have Win XP Professtional and'm running Windows defender and Microsoft Security Essentials times which I recently uninstalled, restarted the computer and reinstalled more updated.  I read related security problems, but I have not found a match.  I have a screenshot of the Win Security Center Alert, but unable to attach.  It is said: ' Windows found multiple antivirus programs on this computer, but they all report that they could be updated or disabled. " Click on the recommendations for suggested actions... [what I did without success, i.e. update.  «[I uninstalled, stop, rebooted and reinstalled and updated]»

  When I shoot to the top of MSE it says, "protection is enabled, and updated definitions.

  Windows Defender said: "Nothing detected" and "computer running normally."

  Before the uninstall and update, I ran System Mechanic from Iolo, who has done wonders for speed.

  Norman

  When it comes to antivirus software, you want one and only one installed and running on your computer.  Two or more may come into conflict with eachother and degrade performance.  I advise you to uninstall Windows defender and use soley mse.

  also I strongly suggest that you avoid using "PC optimization" tools.  They can help a little, but they often do more harm than good.

• I have a program installed antispyware that pay for IM, but when I go to microsoft security, it says that no anti-virus software detected

  Windows security antivirus, windows xp

  I have an anti-spyware program installed that pay for IM, but when I go to microsoft security, it is said that no anti-virus software not detected, why used it detects my antivrus software I have that professional antispyware, it checks the spyware, malware, virus, Trojans, worms, adware etc... im running windows xp 32-bit and I also had a pop up balloon and told me my firwall was off and his suite and when I used microsoft fixit Center it says it can not make my default firewall firewall windowss? would appreciate help with these questions...

  Thank you SHAWZAW

  Ok thank you. It makes a difference. Malwarebytes is an excellent scanner and real-time protection. However, none of the software you mention is an antivirus. I recommend Avast free.

• Y at - it an anti virus that goes with my default firewall for windows xp

  Y at - it an anti virus that goes with my default firewall for windows xp? I had microsoft essentials, but it comes with a separate firewall

  Microsoft Security Essentials does not include a firewall, it fits with the (default) Windows Firewall. During installation, Microsoft Security Essentials scans the PC to determine if a firewall is enabled on the PC. If no firewall protection is present, you can turn on the Windows Firewall. See features and benefits-Windows Firewall integration. http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/products/security-essentials/product-information

  What do you currently use for antivirus protection? If none came preinstalled on a trial basis? You make sure that you remove any other antimvirus/anitmalware real-time software before installing MSE? Refer to the following:

  List of product anti-malware removal tools
  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/protect/Forum/protect_start/list-of-anti-malware-program-cleanupuninstall/407bf6da-C05D-4546-8788-0aa4c25a1f91 
  OR http://experts.Windows.com/w/experts_wiki/156.aspx

  Checklist for installation of Microsoft Security Essentials
  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/protect/Forum/protect_start/check-list-for-installing-Microsoft-Security/bf757e6a-E320-4a67-92bc-767e6acb26c4
  OR http://experts.Windows.com/w/experts_wiki/89.aspx

  No antivirus/antimalware software will offer 100% protection. MSE is as good, if not better than the other free and paid for the products. It is well suited for older machines to XP because it is light on the use of resources and as stated earlier suits well with the firewall of Windows (default).

  I hope this helps.

• How to stop Security Center from microsoft that I have my own firewall and anti virus?

  Original title: Microsoft security center

  How to close the Security Center that I have my own firewall and anti virus?

  Hi waynejackson64,

  Follow these steps:

  (a) click Start, Control Panel, Security Center.

  (b) double click Firewall, and then select Disable the firewall.

  How can I turn on or turn off the firewall in Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later versions?

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/283673

• Recently, I ran an anti-virus and learned that my netBT.sys file was corrupted. The anti-virus software installs this file but now my internet does not work.

  netBT.sys replacement files viruses

  Recently, I ran an anti-virus and learned that my netBT.sys file was corrupted.  The anti-virus software installs this file but now my internet does not work.  I guess I have to replace this file, but don't know how.  I see that I need to use my windows XP CD but my CD drive is broken.  How can I go about replacing this file?

  Thanks in advance

  Hi DonMendigo,

  Follow the suggestions below for a possible solution:

  Method 1: Try the SFC (System File Checker) scan on the computer.

  To run the System File Checker tool, follow these steps:

  a. click Startand type cmd in the box start the search.

  b. right click on cmd in the list programs, and then click run as administrator.

  c. If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type your password or click on continue

  d. at the command prompts, the following line and press ENTER:

  sfc/scannow

  See also:

  Description of Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 System File Checker (Sfc.exe)

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/310747

   

  File system (CFS) Checker

  http://www.Microsoft.com/resources/documentation/Windows/XP/all/proddocs/en-us/system_file_checker.mspx?mfr=true

   

  Method 2: If you are still unable to connect to the internet, then follow the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base and check.

  Programs Internet in Windows XP cannot connect to the Internet via a connection to wide band

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/307164

   

  I hope this helps.

• When you try to update AVG, it shows a contradictory anti-virus software that needs to be removed

  Im trying to update my anti-virus software avg and when I get to the last step it says there is a conflicting program called vet anti virus that needs to be removed. I try to remove it and it has an error and will not allow him to be remomed. Anyone got any ideas?

  Im trying to update my anti-virus software avg and when I get to the last step it says there is a conflicting program called vet anti virus that needs to be removed. I try to remove it and it has an error and will not allow him to be remomed. Anyone got any ideas?

  First of all, do not download AVG, it isn't really good product. Use free Avast. Second, what is the error when uninstalling antivirus Vet? Try Revo Uninstaller free

• I started using a video converter. To convert YouTube to Mp3 Music. Is that going to be a problem for my computer somehow? I have Norton Anti virus.

  The only thing that makes me think it would be a problem. Is that my Norton Anti virus has arisen with a high use of the computer. I know I've read online others with this nuisance with NAV. It worries me just because of what I do.  :)

  Hello

  Sorry for the inconvenience. I'm Vineeth and I Support of Norton team.

  You will receive this alert from the Performance of your Norton product alert feature. Your Norton product monitors the performance of your system. If it detects an increased use of system resources by any program or process, it warns you with the performance alerts. Performance alert informs you with information about the name of the program and the resources that the program uses excessively.

  If you don't want to use this feature, you can disable it in settings. For more information, read:I receive alerts on high of the processor or the use of the high memory of my Norton product

  Thank you!

  Vineeth
  Norton support

• Windows (sometimes) tells me that the anti-virus, I have installed in my PC is not enabled. I press 'Activate now' it lights.

  Hello ' I have a little problem "when Windows starts the windows sounds (sometimes) the anti-virus, I installed in my PC is not enabled and the anti-virus is already registered and activated and when I press"Activate now"it does." any solution to this little problem? the still active anti-virus when this message appears "Windows security alert" and is the anti-virus still running even this alert? TQ

  Hello

  -Which antivirus program is installed on your computer?
  -Did you change your computer, after which the question began?

  Maybe your computer is infected with the virus that prevents you from turning on the anti-virus software.

  I would recommend that you follow these steps and check if the problem persists.

  Step 1:

  Put your computer in safe mode with network, download, install and run Microsoft Safety Scanner and check if the problem is solved.

  Note: You may lose data that is affected while eliminating malware.

  Step 2:

  Check if you can activate the anti-virus ├a the State to clean up the boot program.

  Note: Follow step 7 to your computer as usual.

• I get a lot of banners informing me that my system is infected etc. and that I neeed to run "Vista anti Virus 2011.

  original title: false Virus Warning?

  I get a lot of banners informing me that my system is infected etc. and that I neeed to run "Vista anti Virus 2011" I have never run these for fear of loading of a virus but I was blocked to get on the internet I'm scanning with Microsoft Essentials, but nothing is coming, and he said: I am protected... Any suggestions?

  Hello

  you are infected with malware

  Vista anti-virus 2011 is only one name for a particular strain of malware

  Vista anti-virus 2011, Vista Total Security 2011, Win 7 Home Security and include some of the names by a rogue new name change randomly to settle on the victim's computer.  When this particular rogue is installed, it will install as a variety of names in different programs, with each having their own graphical user interface according to the version of Windows running on the computer. Whatever the name, however, they are all the same exact program with just a different name and skin on this subject. This rogue goes by many names in different programs, of which I have listed below depending on the version of Windows that is installed on:

  Windows XP rogue names	Names of Windows Vista Rogue	Windows 7 fake names
  XP Antivirus	Vista anti-virus	Win 7 antivirus
  XP Antivirus 2011	Vista anti-virus 2011	Win 7 anti-virus 2011
  XP Anti-Spyware	Vista Anti-Spyware	Win 7 AntiSpyware
  XP Antispyware 2011	Vista Antispyware 2011	Win 7 antispyware 2011
  XP Home Security	Vista Home Security	Win 7 Home Security
  XP Security 2011 Home	Vista Security 2011 Home	Win 7 Security 2011 Home
  XP Total Security	Vista Total Security	Win 7 Security Total
  XP Security 2011 Total	Vista Total Security 2011	Win 7 Security 2011 Total
  XP security	Vista security	Win 7 Security
  XP security 2011	Vista Security 2011	Win 7 Security 2011
  XP Internet Security	Vista Internet Security	Win 7 Internet Security
  XP Internet Security 2011	Vista Internet Security 2011	Win 7 Internet Security 2011

  Follow the EXACT below removal instructions

  http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/virus-removal/remove-win-7-Internet-Security-2011

• I was touched by that my Norton anti-virus up-to-date software identifies as the Trojan horse. Fake virus AV.

  I was touched by that my Norton anti-virus up-to-date software identifies as the Trojan horse. Fake virus AV.

  A screen appears for inviting me to donwload software to fix the problem. My machine is basically frozen. I can't do anything on this subject after turn on and the windows open. I can open the Task Manager screen, but can't do anything from there.
  I see that a recent response to what may be the same or a similar problem to

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/vistasecurity/thread/747eb945-E16A-45C5-9e80-22c349704ca0?Prof=required

  However. the instructions you give are for Vista and my machine runs on XP.

  Could you please help... and keep it as simple as you can! My computer knowledge is limited.

  Kind regards

  Conor Joyce

  I was struck by an av trojan.fake today (Norton 360 3.0) virus that has disabled all my device drivers. If someone can help a simple man and not to the computer world?

  Follow these tips for XP and Vista.

  XP forums:

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/category/WindowsXP

  Link above is for XP Forums.

  There is a list of the different Forums XP to the link above to help you.

  You get the help you need there.

  Here is the Vista Forums.

  See you soon

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• Why do you have my laptop suddenly started giving me a message that my anti virus protection, firewall and antispyware is disabled?

  Everything was normal until I turned on my computer this afternoon and received the message from the center of the action there are three issues that must be resolved. Antivirus, firewall and spyware protection has been disabled, but if I try to turn it on, nothing happens. Does nothing I contacted Norton earlier and made him a remote control of my computer and saw no problem with the Norton Anti Virus program. They said to contact your computer dealer to solve this problem with the message. After that, I even did a system restore to a previous point, which does nothing too. Kept receiving the message after every start.  Anyone can give some help on this will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

  Do the basics? IE uninstalled Norton, restarted then reinstalled Norton?

• Windows Installer crashes so that install anti virus program

  I'm trying to install a Protection antivirus Avast on my 64 bit laptop that has Windows 7 Home edition. Downloads of software but when I activate the installation cradle of windows appears annotated windows install and the reason for circle turns but nothing happens from there? I tried it twice both with screens Windows enabled and disabled without result. Ideas please?

  Try to use another anti-virus utility:

  http://www.Microsoft.com/security_essentials

  (Free).