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• I'm running a full scan of the system with my anti-virus software and it filled almost my laptop crashes, problem with the vga865.fon file

  I'm running a full scan of the system with my anti-virus software and it filled almost my laptop breaks down when it comes to: -.

  c:\windows\winsxs\x86_microsoft-Windows-font-bitmap-oem_31bf3856ad364e35_6.0.6000.16386_none_fb2d5aefb17b8d65\vga865.FON

  This file can be replaced.  When I scan this folder individually its fine, please help

  Thank you

  Hello

  What protection software antivirus you are running on the computer?

  Method 1: Check if you can run the scan in safe mode without in all questions

  Follow the steps mentioned in the link below to access the secure mode
  Startup options (including safe mode)

  Method 2: you can run Safe Mode security monitor, see the steps in the article below
  How to install the free Windows Live OneCare Safety Scanner and then scan your computer in Mode safe

  Method 3: Follow the steps mentioned in the link below to check your hard disk for errors, and then check if the problem is resolved
  Check your hard drive for errors

  If the problem persists,

  Method 4: Long file name could cause this problem, perform a backup of the file (copy it somewhere else), and then rename the file, check to see if that makes a difference

  Note: Copy the file to the original location.

  Thank you, and in what concerns:

  Ajay K

  Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
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• Firefox 5.0 disabled an add-on, which is associated with my anti-virus software. Is this disabled module if I use another browser too or just in Firefox?

  I just installed Firefox 5.0. I have also just renewed by subscription to Webroot Internet Security Essentials, so I have the updates on that as well, and apparently something in the latest Webroot is not compatible with the latest Firefox. When I open Firefox, I get a message that a Webroot 1.7 'Add-on' and a few files associated with Webroot (I wrote not them down and the error message disappeared) have been disabled. What worries me, because I do not know what part of my antivirus program has been disabled by Firefox. My Webroot reports that it is functional and up to date.

  What he says is that Webroot has a special add-on for firefox which does not match the version of firefox you have. Webroot will still work, but it will not use this special accessory. You may or may not have a similar attachment that it is bundled with other browsers. I'm not sure. All-in-all, the module is not the main part of your anti-virus, it's just a piece of bonus, they give you.

  Firefox has not disabled your anti-virus software, and using another browser will be no more or less dangerous than before that.

  Think of it as a vacuum cleaner. He always goes to the vacuum cleaner and clean, but the small fancy brush to clean baseboards or something does not fit immediately.

  They have most likely only need to change the small part of it that shows what versions of firefox, it will work with, if the chances are that if you keep an eye on, there will probably be an update soon with a version of the add-on that is compatible.

• What is the prevalence of viruses, malware, etc., to be hidden and undetectable by anti-virus software?

  • As before, when my computer when my computer has been infected, I get a svchost.exe error, repeatedly, whenever I restart the computer. The infection has been discovered that the last time by my anti-virus software, because it was hidden.  It was a computer expert on this forum who told me my computer was infected by svchost.exe repeated error messages that I received.  I ran my Avast software, anti-malware software from MSFT Security Center, Win Defender, etc. this time, and it has detected no infections.  (Yes, I know what to do to pass this message means not necessarily my computer is infected, but the tech guy said that it is likely, given that the error message appeared on several occasions).  How detect and destroy the virus/malware hidden, etc?
  • Also, if anyone can answer another question... I was told that it is not recommended that I have two programs of anti-virus software, which I do - Win Defender and Avast (I guess they may conflict).  I tend to want to keep Avast, but would like to know if I have to keep Win Defender instead, because it is a Win a Win system program.  If I've got this me getting rid of one of them, is it recommended that I both uninstall and then reinstall one of them?

  A person help would be appreciated!

  Thnx, Dharma

  WHAT I HAVE: Win XP Media Center, MS Office 7 Professional (used at home), IE8, Outlook 7, HP w / 32-bit dual core processor, latest version of Avast & Win Defender, Srvc Pack 2 and 3 (although I know that I don't need 3 because I have not upgraded to Win 7, but it won't let me uninstall it!) and regularly updates Win.

  PS Please ask questions if you have, before you answer, so it will be less likely that I'll get the wrong answers that don't relate directly my questions! (Can say you that has already happened?  (LOL).

  You pouvez have a type of rootkit of malware infection.  Rootkits can transform and change of identity on your OS (and are difficult to detect and remove) and many computing professionals recommend a reinstall of the operating system in order to ensure that the rootkit is removed.

  Follow the suggestions in the Brian - post.  The link that he provided is an excellent reference.   If you have a rootkit, TDSS Killer or one of the other programs listed pourrait be able to remove it.

  You can also:

  You can get free help in the removal of malware from MS Support here: http://supportservices.microsoft.com/support/services/virus_malware_removal

  If you are in North America, you can call the MS Support to 866-727-2338 for help with infections of virus and spyware.

  For international information see your subsidiary local technical support site.

  Or get assistance from Avast at: http://www.avast.com/support

  You have SP3 on your Win XP OS and if you plan to switch to Win 7 make sure that your processor and RAM will manage Win 7... with your history of technology issues a reformatting/clean install of Win 7 would be a good idea.  Because of the possibility of conflicts, I do not recommend using Windows Defender with Avast or any other resident AV program.  Suggest uninstall you Windows Defender in Control Panel.  MSE and several other AV programs require the removal of Windows Defender in XP (or disabling the Defender in Vista and Win 7).

  Kind regards...

• 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.

• A PC can operate effectively WITHOUT the need for anti-virus software?

  Come to think if the first PC I've had and the worms Blaster threatened everyone...

  I do not just shoot when to install my anti-virus software, I need to close my Windows Firewall... 2 + 2 = and Yes, when I did I got the virus of shit...

  If only I had not installed the Norton... do you not think that any PC can operate without the need for anti-virus software knowing that you must close

  the Windows firewall and use theres rather...?

  I wonder!

  Hello

  It would be unwise to try to start without antivirus/antispyware are has just too many real threats and
  methods for malware to attack the system. If you attempt to do if of course you have redundant and
  current backups.

  Here's what I use and recommend: (these are all free and very effective versions.)

  Avast and Prevx proved extremely reliable and compatible with all I have
  launched on them. Microsoft Security Essentials and Prevx have also proven to be very
  reliable and compatible. Use MSE or Avast and Prevx, Prevx 3 but not all.

  Avast Home free - stop any shields is not necessary except leave the file system, Web,.
  Operational network (Script and behavior are also recommended in Ver 6 +).

  Prevx - Home - free

  Windows Firewall

  Windows Defender (is not necessary if you use MSE)

  Protected IE - mode

  IE 8 - SmartScreen filter WE (IE 7 phishing filter)

  I also IE always start with asset if filter InPrivate IE 8.
  (It may temporarily turn off with the little icon to the left of the + bottom
  right of IE)

  Two versions of Avast are available 6.x and 4.8 x

  Avast - home - free - 6.x stop shields you do not use (except files, Web, network, &)
  Shields of behavior) - double click on the icon in the Notification area - real time Orange - click on the
  Shield that you want to stop - STOP. To stop the Orange icon to show an error indicator-
  Click on the Orange icon - top right - settings - click on the status bar - uncheck shields you
  disabled - click OK
  http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download

  Avast 4.8 x - home - free - stop shields, you don't need except leaving Standard, Web,.
  and the network running. (Double-click the blue icon - look OK. - upper left - Shields details
  Finish those you don't use).
  http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download#TAB4

  Or use Microsoft Security Essentials - free
  http://www.Microsoft.com/Security_Essentials/

  Prevx works well alongside MSE or Avast

  Prevx - home - free small, fast, exceptional protection CLOUD, working with other security
  programs. It is a single scanner, VERY EFFICIENT, if it finds something come back here
  or use Google to see how to remove.
  http://www.prevx.com/   <-->
  http://info.prevx.com/downloadcsi.asp  <-->

  Choice of PCmag editor - Prevx-
  http://www.PCMag.com/Article2/0, 2817,2346862,00.asp

  Also get Malwarebytes - free - use as scanner only. If you ever think malware and that
  would be unusual with Avast and occasional Prevx running with the exception of a low level cookie
  (not much), to UPDATE and then run it as a scanner. I have a lot of scanners and they
  never find anything of note that I started to use this configuration.
  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/products/malwarebytes_free

  I hope this helps and happy holidays!

  Rob Brown - Microsoft MVP<- profile="" -="" windows="" expert="" -="" consumer="" :="" bicycle="" -="" mark="" twain="" said="" it="">

• PC Cleaner Pro blocked my anti virus software I went into regedit and did what I was told to remove P C Cleaner pro is still blocking my anti virus software

  Have a C P using xp and this snook garbage in my computer. He never showed have downloaded then it kept blocking my anti virus soft ware IOLO System Shield. They were not able to make a bitch for me except saying me re insert my os and start over. However, I have many files to lose this way.  In the process to get rid of this garbage, I went into regedit in safe mode and have searched and found pieces of P C Cleaner Pro. After restarting it still blocked my anti-virus software.  Search complete yet and still could not find the culprit. Ideas to help

  Try to start, run, type: services.msc

  MSC, highlight the services related pc cleaner, double-click it.

  in the Properties window, set to 'disable', the value of end of service output msc...

• The anti-virus software.

  I'd like your opinion on the idea that I have that anti-virus software manufacturers are the ones who put the virus in line in order to ensure that we buy their software. Am I wrong in thinking this?

  Hello

  It's like saying that the businesses alarm system home burglaries to help sell their products. Neither
  the industries of the alarm or Antivirus must do as you suggest that there are many types of "criminals".
  already there. Added that if they have written the malware, then there will be thousands
  and the chances of keeping this secret is absolutely zero.

  Who writes viruses and why.
  http://www.pcguide.com/care/data/virus/bgWho-c.html

  COMPUTER myths: who writes viruses?
  http://www.Silicon.com/technology/security/2003/06/25/it-myths-who-writes-the-viruses-10004843/

  I hope this helps.

  Rob Brown - MS MVP - Windows Desktop Experience: Bike - Mark Twain said it right.

• As of Windows XP support ends in 2014, will I still be able to get anti virus updates and all the months of security beyond 2014 patches

  As of Windows XP support ends in 2014, will I still be able to get anti virus updates and all the months of security beyond 2014 for Windows XP patches?

  As of Windows XP support ends in 2014, will I still be able to get anti virus updates and all the months of security beyond 2014 for Windows XP patches?

  From April 2014, no security/more operating system patches released at Microsoft (for the most part) for Windows XP.  It's a BONE death in the eyes of its creator.
   
  Your anti-virus software may or may not be supported - which depends on its own end of life such as decided by its supplier, and even if it is a Microsoft product, is not directly related to the lifecycle of Windows XP (you can say that as Windows XP came with no native antivirus/antimalware features.)

• I have superantispyware but get a find anti virus software message. isn't what I already have treat of virus too?

  I have Superantispyware but get a message that I need anti-virus software. isn't what I already deal with virus? Thank you

  Hello

  SuperAntiSpyware deals only spyware.

  Here's what I use and recommend: (these are all free and very effective versions.)

  Avast and Prevx proved extremely reliable and compatible with all I have
  launched on them. Microsoft Security Essentials and Prevx have also proven to be very
  reliable and compatible. Use MSE or Avast and Prevx, Prevx 3 but not all.

  Avast Home free - stop any shields is not necessary except leaving Standard, Web, and
  Operation of the network.

  Prevx - Home - free

  Windows Firewall

  Windows Defender (is not necessary if you use MSE)

  Protected IE - mode

  IE 8 - SmartScreen filter WE (IE 7 phishing filter)

  I also IE always start with asset if filter InPrivate IE 8.
  (It may temporarily turn off with the little icon to the left of the + bottom
  right of IE)

  Two versions of Avast are available 6.x and 4.8 x

  Avast - home - free - 6.x stop shields you do not use (except files, Web, network, &)
  Shields of behavior) - double click on the icon in the Notification area - real time Orange - click on the
  Shield that you want to stop - STOP. To stop the Orange icon to show an error indicator-
  Click on the Orange icon - top right - settings - click on the status bar - uncheck shields you
  disabled - click OK
  http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download

  Avast 4.8 x - home - free - stop shields, you don't need except leaving Standard, Web,.
  and the network running. (Double-click the blue icon - look OK. - upper left - Shields details
  Finish those you don't use).
  http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download#TAB4

  Or use Microsoft Security Essentials - free
  http://www.Microsoft.com/Security_Essentials/

  Prevx works well alongside MSE or Avast

  Prevx - home - free small, fast, exceptional protection CLOUD, working with other security
  programs. It is a single scanner, VERY EFFICIENT, if it finds something come back here
  or use Google to see how to remove.
  http://www.prevx.com/   <-->
  http://info.prevx.com/downloadcsi.asp  <-->

  PCmag - Prevx - Editor's choice
  http://www.PCMag.com/Article2/0, 2817,2346862,00.asp

  Also get Malwarebytes - free - use as scanner only. If you ever think malware and that
  would be unusual with Avast and occasional Prevx running with the exception of a low level cookie
  (not much), to UPDATE and then run it as a scanner. I have a lot of scanners and they
  never find anything of note that I started to use this configuration.

  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/

  I hope this helps.

• 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.

• 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

• What I have to buy extra (Norton or McAfee) anti-virus or is the antivirus in Windows Security Center enough?

  What I have to buy extra (Norton or McAfee) anti-virus or is the antivirus in Windows Security Center strong enough? I have McAfee on my computer, but my subscription has expired. I wonder if it is necessary to update? or if the antivirus and security installed in the Windows Security Center is all I really need. and everything is a little more kill?

  Hi RevStevieB,

  Windows Security Center helps improve your computer's security by checking the status of several security essentials on your computer, including firewall settings, Windows automatic updating, anti-malware software settings.

  If Windows detects a problem with any of these security essentials (for example, if your antivirus program has expired), Center security displays a notification and places a Security Center icon in the notification area.

  I recommend you to download & install the antivirus or security software up-to-date so that it works correctly.

  You can also download & run Microsoft Security Essentials on your computer.

  Hope the helps of information.
  Please post back and we do know.

• Downloaded and paid of Minecraft and having problems with Java, Anti Virus Scan and Windows Update - error code 800F081F

  Downloaded and paid of Minecraft and having problems with Java, Anti Virus Scan and Windows Update - error code 800F081F

  Would you advice, thank you.

  Hi Hugo,.

  1. what anti-virus software you have installed in the computer?

  2. What is the full error message/code?

  3. the issue occurred after you install Minecraft?

  4. are you able to play Minecraft without any problem?

  5. what happens with Antivirus and Java?

  Windows Update can occur if one or more of the following conditions are met:

  1. the Windows Update database is damaged.

  2. antivirus software is configured to scan the %Windir%\SoftwareDistribution folder.

  3. the service (BITS) Background Intelligent Transfer Service does not receive a content link header.

  4. a required system file is incorrectly registered.

  5. Windows Installer has encountered an error.

  6. the manifesto of component maintenance (EC) is damaged.

  7. the Windows Update service has stopped during the installation.

  8. a version of the file conflict exists with Windows Update agent files.

  Please follow the steps described in the methods to solve the problem:

  Method 1: We will try the steps from the following link and check the result:

  Important: This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click the following article:http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Back-up-the-registry

  How to reset the Windows Update components?

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/971058?WA=wsignin1.0

  Method 2:

  To correct the errors that occur when you use Windows Update, install, and run the system update readiness tool. The tool analyzes inconsistencies on your computer and fixes as its current installation.

  You can view the following link to download the system update readiness tool and check:

  System tool update that corrects problems of Windows Update is available for Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 R2 and Windows Server 2008

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/947821

  Details of the event log to find what caused the Antivirus and Java to fail:

  What are the information contained in the logs of the event (Event Viewer)?

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/what-information-appears-in-event-logs-Event-Viewer

  Hope that the information provided is useful.

  For any help related to this problem or any question of Windows, you can still display in the Microsoft Community Forum!

• Cannot run an anti-virus software after an infection!

  OS: Vista Edition Home Premium (Service Pack 2)
  System: Gateway MT6821 32 - bit os

  Saturday:

  • Downloaded a file from a friend who turned out to be infected unknowingly.
  • Contacted McAfee help once a Trojan horse has been "blocked and deleted. At this point when I open internet explorer, you could say that my computer is still infected with something. I would like to enter an address in the browser and would be redirected to another site (i.e. random search, youtube, offer to purchase through my ISP)
  • Ordered to contact Microsoft indicating that it was a problem with internet Explorer.
  • Through a problem with Microsoft where they found a file (cngaudit.dll) that was bigger they said it might be that showed them that my computer has been infected. Tech also found cngaudit .dll (69) where it is said that it was a copy of the original file which showed that my computer has been infected.
  • Set up a time for another Member of the support team to call me on Sunday to help in the kidnapping.

  Tuesday:

  • After no calls Sunday or Monday, I contacted Microsoft with my # of cases and a second rep attempted to help the elimination.
  • Remote access and technology attempted to run the Scanner again enabled (has been blocked)
  • Attempted to run HiJackThis... was able to download, but not executed.
  • Downloaded and run Norman Malware Cleaner.
  • NMC found 2 infected files... C:\Program Files\Magic Encyclopedia\dvmwlkt.exe (Infected with Malware.ELBD) and C:\Program Files\Magic Encyclopedia\magic.exe (Infected with Malware.EENX) both of these files have been deleted
  • NMC also found C:\Users\Page\AppData\Local\Temp\~DFEDF2.tmp, but access has been denied and it could not be deleted.
  • McAffee is always installed at this time and all the minutes I get a pop-up indicating that 2 (located in the temporary file) Trojan horses has been blocked.
  • Called Microsoft a 3rd time and met with an another tech once again connected via remote access and "worked its magic" like others and recommended I have remove McAfee and reinstall because the alerts I receive are "fake".
  • Remove and reinstall to see that McAfee will not be updated or protect. Now the tech suggested that I contact my ISP for assistance because McAfee has been downloaded from their site and seems to be defective.
  • Contacted my ISP and was told to contact McAfee.
  • Contacted McAfee and told to contact Microsoft.

  Wednesday (2 a. .m):

  • Always at work, trying to get something to work. Attempted to run the cleaning (ERROR: the instruction at 0x00cb34ef referenced memory at 0 x 00000000) The memory could not be read. Click on OK to terminate the program.) Attempted to run the disk check (went through the process and when the system has restarted, he received an ERROR saying that my computer would have to close and restart)
  • 04:00 found this forum! YES!
  • Removed all anti-virus software as suggested (old version of TrendMicro who was no longer in use, McAfee using the Development download, Hi taken this, Norman Malware Cleaner and disabled Windows Defender)
  • Attempted to launch the Scanner and even once, was not allowed.
  • Downoladed Malwarebytes'... put up-to-date, but as soon as the scan began to close.
  • Downloaded SpyBot and scan it again just to make it stop after the update.
  • A run ESET Online Scanner and found 2 objects (files win32)... cleaned and removed.

  Where am I today? I can't always run antivirus software and my computer is currently not protected... online security with networking Mode.

  Any suggestions?

  You cannot save your programs - a clean installation wipe everything from the hard drive.  Programs need to be reinstalled (they cannot be copied or saved) - and you probably wouldn't do anyway because there is a good chance that some of the infected files can reside in these same programs.  The ONLY way to avoid this is to get your hands on a real Windows Vista Installation disc, so we can attempt a repair system/upgrade where your programs will be preserved (and we don't know yet if that will completely solve the problem of infection but it probably will restore the functionality at least for a certain period of time).

  Sorry for the bad news, but that's just how it is.

  Good luck! Lorien - a - MCSE/MCSA/network + / A +.