How can I clean my system?

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• Perhaps having been scammed by someone representing Microsoft, how can I clean my system / should I change all passwords?

  I bought the protection system. yesterday I wasphoned once again, informing me that my microsoft license had expired and I was required to pay for it be extended. I felt that it was a scam and refused to go forward.

  Hello alexanderdiack,

  Product license remains for always with the product. It can be cancelled by Microsoft, but it is very likely. If your product (used for activation) key was having problems then you would get a message on the screen of your PC to the effect that necessary to reactivate Windows.

  Unless you have a support plan prepaid or you raise a support ticket Microsoft will ever contact you. Obviously, you should contact your company credit card and to tell them what happened. They may be able to stop the payment to this company.

  A give them remote access to your computer? If Yes, then your system has been compromised and I would say that your reinstall Windows from scratch.

  If you don't give them remote access, then, Yes, by all means, as a measure of protection, change all your passwords. It would be wise to change banking passwords online too.

  This forum post is my own opinion and does not necessarily reflect the opinion or the opinion of Microsoft, its employees or other MVPS.

  John Barnett MVP: Windows XP Expert associated with: Windows Expert - consumer: www.winuser.co.uk | vistasupport.mvps.org | xphelpandsupport.mvps.org | www.silversurfer-Guide.com

• How can I restore my system XP to factory settings with on a boot disk? System Restore won't let me back to a date. I need to clean and start over with on a XP boot disk.

  How can I restore my system XP to factory settings with on a boot disk? System Restore won't let me back to a date. I need to clean and start over with on a XP boot disk.

  You will need to go on the manufacturer of your pc and then ask for a windows xp disk and drivers. This will give you a new copy, but not out of the box state. For an out of the box, get a recovery disk. Just answer what you want.

• I noticed that when I tried to clean my dvd - rw drive d drive was full? How can I clean that upward?

  Original title: my dvd rw drive is full

  I noticed that when I tried to clean my dvd - rw drive d drive was full?   How can I clean that upward?

  "kakbramer" wrote in message News: * e-mail address is removed from the privacy * .com...

  I'm sorry while shouting did not mean too.  Well I use to be able to watch videos and burn and watch TV on internet, now it used to me let burn, and it won't let me watch my DVDs on the pc and internet tv stops constantly.  I had a problem about six months ago, and the computor guy deleted all my files that he said so he could install a new thank you windows

  I know you didn't want to scream... Not to be too critical, but it really looks like you need a new 'computer' man as it is inexcusable to erase data files when you install a new operating system, especially if it does not create a backup disk or files.   Having to reinstall programs is normal, but the data must never be lost.
   
  You apparently have different issues that might be related to malicious software and drivers a bad or hardware problems for your computer.  I recommend that you take a small reputation of the computer "mom & pop" type computer store to have your repairs.  Big box stores, such as Staples, Best Buy, etc. are NOT reputable in computer repair.  Take installation discs you have for the computer, and a good description of what is happening.

• I bought a used laptop. How can I clean the computer and only the program that the value of the factory. It's a dv4000 HP clubhouse with windows xp

  I bought a used laptop and the previous ovner couldn't remember his password since it's been more than a year she opened a session.  How can I clean the computer and restore it to that only programs that comes with it when buying or facotry settings.  It's a HP Pavilion dv4000 with windows xp?  I have not all discs.

  Go here: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00006110&tmp_task=useCategory&cc=us&dlc=en&lang=en&lc=en&product=464513 and click on the link that best matches your computer (e.g., Presario, Pavilion and HP Compaq Business PC manufactured and sold in 2006 or later).

  Assuming that your computer is 2006 or later, following the links eventually will lead you to the following directions:

  
  

  Reformatting a hard drive should be considered a last resort to solve a problem with a computer system. The hard drive can be reformatted and reinstalled the operating system, using the system PC Suite hard disk recovery. Reformatting the hard drive will overwrite all data on the disk. To preserve the data, back up the data of the user as; letters, leaves of calculation, graphics and emails to an external storage device before you reformat the disk. If the PC does not work in the Windows operating system, see reformatting since the recovery disks .

  Do the following to reformat the hard drive and reinstall the operating system.

  1. Connect the PC to the power adapter.
  2. Close all programs.
  3. Click Start , click principally made programs , select System Restore and click on the PC recovery .
  4. When the recovery options are offered, select the option to perform the Recovery of PC and click Next .
  5. The PC will restart.
  6. When the recovery of the PC of welcome message, click OK to continue.
  7. In the system recovery Panel, select System Recovery . By default, the system will perform a complete reformat and will destroy all user data.
  8. Restart the PC when prompted.

  As alternative method for the steps above, click Advanced Options , select the destructive recovery option and click Next to begin the reformatting process.

  The PC is in original factory State and all data in the system, such as the place and the date must be reconfigured.

  NOTE: any software "trial offer" has been included in the original factory image, it will be reinstalled, but it won't work (the test period will have expired).  If so any trial software is a security antivirus software or others, before connect you to the Internet, you must uninstall (using an uninstall tool provided by the manufacturer if available antivirus software) and then install your own anti-virus software.  So, you should download the uninstallers necessary and installers (or buy the software on CD) using another machine before starting this project.

  NOTE 2: See the following important tips from MS - MVP PA supporter (once the restore is complete, click Start > run > winver > OK to determine what Service Pack you have):

  HOW TO get WinXP SP1 or SP2 fully patched after a 'clean install': http://groups.Google.com/group/Microsoft.public.WindowsXP.General/MSG/a066ae41add7dd2b

  1. download & save the installer for WinXP SP3 on your desktop:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=5b33b5a8-5E7...

  [Yes, you can jump SP2 if you run WinXP SP1.]

  2. read & take into account:
  http://msmvps.com/blogs/harrywaldron/archive/2008/05/08/Windows-XP-SP...

  3 connected as long as administrator, if necessary, double-click the saved file to install WinXP SP3.  Follow the prompts. Be patient and restart twice when the installation ends.

  4. make the resolution method 2 here (believe me):
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/943144

  5. go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com . Install all required software, and then click CONTINUE. Select CUSTOM and scan | Install the critical updates of security offered. Still, follow all the instructions.

  [I do NOT recommend install IE7 through Windows Update.]

  6. make sure that automatic updates is enabled; FC.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/306525

  Other references:

  Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for Windows XP, but only for the Service Pack 3 (SP3), until April 14-09. Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United States and the Canada.

  Go to http://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?gprid=1173 . Select "Windows".
  XP"and select"Windows XP Service Pack 3 "

  5 steps to help protect your new computer before going online
  [installation clean = new computer]
  http://www.Microsoft.com/protect/computer/advanced/XPPC.mspx

  Measures to help prevent spyware
  http://www.Microsoft.com/protect/computer/spyware/prevent.mspx

  How TO get Windows XP Gold fully patched: http://groups.Google.com/group/Microsoft.public.windowsupdate/MSG/3f5afa8ed33e121c

  1. download & save the WinXP SP2 installer on your desktop:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=049c9dbe-3b8...

  [Yes, you can jump SP1]

  1B. download & save the installer for WinXP SP3 on your desktop:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=5b33b5a8-5E7...

  2. read & take into account:
  http://msmvps.com/blogs/harrywaldron/archive/2008/05/08/Windows-XP-SP...

  3. administrator, if necessary, double-click the saved file to install Windows XP * SP2 *.  Follow the prompts. Be patient and restart twice when the installation ends.

  3B. logged on as administrator, if necessary, double-click the saved file to install WinXP SP3.  Follow the prompts. Be patient and restart twice when the installation ends.

  4. make the resolution method 2 here (believe me):
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/943144

  5. go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com . Install all required software, and then click CONTINUE. Select CUSTOM and scan | Install the critical updates of security offered.  Still, follow all the instructions.

  [I do NOT recommend install IE7 through Windows Update.]

  6. make sure that automatic updates is enabled; FC.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/306525

  References with dubbing:

  Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for Windows XP, but only for the Service Pack 3 (SP3), until April 14-09. Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United States and the Canada.  Reach
  http://support.Microsoft.com/OAS/default.aspx?gprid=1173 | Select "Windows".
  XP"and select"Windows XP Service Pack 3 "

  Protect your PC!
  http://www.Microsoft.com/athome/security/computer/default.mspx

  Learn how to protect your PC by taking the three simple steps
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=3AD23728-497...

• How can I clean my story of the Connector tool?

  I have some links not more used in the history of my link tool. How can I clean this history of better organization?

  Acrobat Pro XI

  Hi Pedro,

  There is no such feature in Acrobat to remove the history of the link.

  However, you can manually remove the link from the registry.

  I recommend you back up your registry before performing this step.

  Open Regedit on your system and locate this key: HKCU > software > Adobe > Adobe Acrobat > DC > WebLinkEditURL > cWebLinkOptions

  Once you open this key, you would probably see the string values that contains the URL that you entered in the past, and you can these values a right-click and choose to delete these values.

  The key is valid for DC Acrobat, if you are using an earlier version of Acrobat, you can replace "DC" with the previous version.

  Kind regards
  Rahul

• How can I clean my Cache profiles Local file?

  I have very few things in my Inbox, Archives, drafts and sent boxes - some MB - but the profile is 97 MB. How can I clean the profile - get rid of the useless things - while it is much smaller in size? If I delete the profile, it will regenerate?
  Well thanks for your help! David

  If you want to get rid of all hides
  Tools / clear recent history who will do

• How can I clean my mac? Is there a good program?

  How can I clean my mac of junk? Is there a good program?

  To get rid of what junk do you want?

• I have a mac pro 3.1. How can I transfer the system to a new and bigger drive?

  I have a mac pro 3.1. How can I transfer the system to a new and bigger drive? The old drive is much too small.

  I'm not familiar with your model computer, but there are several ways to do so.  If the computer can accommodate multiple disks, you can install the new drive next to the former.  If she does not accept another disk, you can in these external adapters for about $30, which allow you to attach a bare drive to a computer with USB.  Then, you clone the internal drive to the new. Cloning is a special form of the copy.  It copies all files including startup system files so that your new drive is essentially identical to the first.

  Double clone - http://www.bombich.com/software/ccc.html

  SuperDuper - http://www.shirt-pocket.com/SuperDuper/SuperDuperDescription.html (shareware)

  IBackup - http://www.grapefruit.ch/iBackup/index.html (free)

  The restore function of disk utility included in directions of OS X. alarm - http://discussions.apple.com/message/8799711#8799711 (a former post but can still work).

  Clone the old drive to the new, then install a new one.

• How can I clean the accumulation of dust on the Satellite?

  The laptop is pretty hot - how can I clean dust accumulation.

  Hello

  If you want to clean the fans if the vacuum cleaner is a good tool.
  But be careful. If you n? t know how to do this, you should ask the Toshiba service partner for details. Guys have more experience of these things.

• How can I clean my hard drive

  How can I clean my hard drive

  'Clean up '?  Do you mean delete?  If so, follow the instructions to clear it down here:

  What to do before you sell or give away your Mac - Apple Support

  'Clean up' means to get rid of some extra too much room?  See 'Release of disk space' here:

  OS x: what is 'other' space about this Mac? -Apple Support

• How can I clean up unwanted files myself?

  How can I clean up unwanted files myself? I seem to be getting much, would it be because im always install stuff and then uninstall. Last night, I deleted 250 very tedious 900 junk folders. Oh, I wxp8 {sp3}.

  Hello ROXANNETUOMI,

  For the problem you describe, I suggest posting this question on the link below.  Please indicate what type of email that you use.

  Microsoft Answers:

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/networking

  Or if you use Hotmail, please see below:

  The question you have posted is bound using Windows Live (hotmail) and would be better suited in the Center to help Windows Live Hotmail. Please visit this link to find a community that will provide the support you want.

• I have Microsoft XP 3 package and some how I lost the ability to restore the system. How can I reinstall the system restore on my computer please?

  I have Microsoft XP Package3 and somehow, I lost the ability to restore the computer to an earlier date. How can I reinstall the system on my computer restore it please?

  Thank you.

  Santosh Mathur

  E-mail address is removed from the privacy *.

  Help us understand what "I lost the ability to restore the system" actually mean for you...

  Are you unable to launch/open the system restore?
  Are you unable to create a new Restore Point manually?
  Your system restore calendar is empty dates?
  You preform a restore and get a message that has failed or nothing has changed?

  If the restore in safe mode will not do, keep reading:

  It would be useful to know a few things about your system:

  What is your system brand and model?

  Describe your current antivirus and software anti malware situation: McAfee, Symantec, Norton, Spybot, AVG, Avira!, MSE, Panda, Trend Micro, CA, Defender, ZoneAlarm, PC Tools, Comodo, etc..

  The question was preceded by a loss of power, aborted reboot or abnormal termination?  (this includes the plug pulling, buttons power, remove the battery, etc.)

  The afflicted system has a working CD/DVD (internal or external) drive?

  You have a genuine XP installation CD bootable, which is the same Service as your installed Service Pack (this is not the same as any recovery CD provided with your system)?

  What do you see (exactly) that you don't think you should see, and when you see it?

  What do not you think that you should see?

  If the system works, what do you think might have changed since the last time it did not work properly?

• Windows vista 683 gb hard drive full of only the dates, how can I clean it? Fixed thanks

  Windows vista 683 gb hard drive full of only the dates, how can I clean it? I have 9 GB of free space. PC still allows me to watch Netflixs. Cool

  You are welcome.

  See you soon.

• How can I check my system ' clock

  Separated from this thread.

  How can I check my system ' clock.    and my CMOS BATTERY?   Help!

  First question: laptop or desktop?

  Desktop computer.  Very easy.  Go down to the store and buy a 2032 button battery.  I buy them in the stores to a dollar when they.  Turn off your computer completely. Remove the power cord.  Hold the button for 7 seconds.  Open the case.  You will see the button battery.  Use some kind of very small eyeglasses screwdriver to remove the battery.  Push the new.

  Restart your computer and press F2 to access the CMOS and set your clock.  The computer may take longer to start because he will have lost all of its original settings and will have to restore them.

  These batteries last about 5 years and then start to fail.   The symptoms are difficult to diagnose.  I have change in my desktops at least every five years.  When I change, I use a felt fine to mark the month and day on it.

  Laptop: not so easy.  It depends on where it is in your computer and how it is difficult to make.  Some of them are under the cover that you lift to access the hard drive or memory.  Others require the partial dismantling of the PC.  Most of them is the same 2032 batteries, but is locked in a plastic cover with the cold of wire soldered to the battery.  The sons have a plug on the end that must hold the plug on your computer. These you can find on Amazon or the OEM.  They won't be cheap.

  Check the clock:  Click once on the clock/calendar at the bottom right. Click on change.  Click the Internet tab.  Click on change settings.  You will find the app that will automatically synchronize your system clock every week.  I use the option of time - b.nist.gov.  Who uses the clock Atomic US Government time labs.