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• After fighting a multitude of Trojans, viruses and spyware, I can't connect to Windows Update and don't worry I'm still infected!

  So I'm trying to save my dad's computer (and its files + settings) after that he was struck with a variety of bad guys: Alureon, FakeSysDef, Blacole, Gen-Nullo, difficulty system, etc..

  Has finally got the office programs and files back after the entire MBAM, TDSSKiller, SuperAntiSpyware, etc., of jazz, but STILL not get things all the way back to the normal and good scans with MSSE, MBAM and MS Security Scanner are clean, I am afraid that the computer is always infested with something or the other...  (mainly due to my inability to use / access Windows Update: receive the 0x800A0046 error code AND get it published (feat of Java Blacole) out of a Flash drive, I used my system between the two machines... stupid, I know)

  so, here are the details: Dell XPS: Windows XP Professional, Version 2002, Service Pack 3: seems to have been hit in early November that there is no fixes/updates after 11/14 or more.

  I told him years not to run multiple antivirus + spyware programs at the same time, but he ignored me consistently.  I have since completely uninstalled Norton (using their removal tool on a newly created user account, as I couldn't make it work on sound - both are admin ETCA) and Webroot and installed MSSE.  At one point he swindled with system security 2011 and from there installed PC Fix, difficulty system and any other fake antivirus, it can click.  When the first infestation (before everything went to sh * t) I was takled him thanks to a restoration system and scan... About a week later, he ignored previous orders on not clicking or not to install anything without calling me everything first and got the rest of them (see list above).

  This time, we could not access any program, web page, without failure, System Restore, its own user account, etc etc.  Somehow (with MBAM, TDSSKiller, etc) I entered the computer, installed process explorer, started the happy hunting and following 'view' & restore icons/programs/etc.  And yet we always face the dilemma of Windows Update, the loss of its sites Favorites/tabs, loss of / NO content in administrative tools (both through the control panel and Start Menu: file is empty when it is open) and inability to use the system restore.

  I found this thread ( http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_xp-windows_update/windows-update-not-working-ie8xphome-error/db7956c9-d77c-e011-9b4b-68b599b31bf5 ) in which the fellow was in THE SAME EXACT POSITION I'm NOW - for a tee - who said: "those who would be interested - this problem has been resolved by an engineer from climbing on the Team Support of Windows XP.  It was "Removing Group Policy" through a registry fix, "Reloading safety model" via several downloads and finally run a .bat file also downloaded. "So I guess I need help do the same.

  Can someone help me or offer any other advice or assistance to get this sorted out?  Thank you in advance for anything you can do!

  See you soon,.

  Katherine

  Hi Mike,.

  Yes, I tried all these steps without success...

  Buuuuut...

  I ended up calling the Microsoft's Technet support, which helped me to identify two registry entries that the horde of virus/trojan/rootkit had created changed, that I had not already taken AND finished the download of some clever little program (difficulty WU Utility I think?) which allowed me to reset + reregister the BITs, cryptographic, & System Restore services...  That did the trick (although, as far as I know; dear ol ' pop reported no problems at the moment ;-))

  Thank you Jeebus! Laughing out loud

  See you soon,.

  Katherine Parrick

• My computer is infected with viruses and spyware.

  original title: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555175

  My computer has met some spyware and the virius. So before installing Norton antivirius, the software says I should install the new system. Before I downloaded in my links, down right as I got internet protection displays as well as he kept posting it on my screne telling me that I needed to buy the product to save my computer crashing. I learned by a tech to STOPzilla which was my problem. From wright, that internet protection is now missing. Thank you very much, I hope it suits it.

  I would recommend download you and install MSE from the link (see below) and run a full scan: http://www.microsoft.com/security/pc-security/mse.aspx

  By clicking on the notification to install anti-virus software can only complicate and jeopardize things for your computer.

• I have been connected to the internet (wireless), then I unplugged the router and now I can not connect to internet. I tried diagnose the problem, but he said that he could not.

  I have a wireless internet connection for my laptop. I was connected to the internet, and it worked very well, so I had to unplug my router and all of a sudden I can't connect to the internet more. When I open the available networks, I hit connect on mine and he said: it does not work then I hit "diagnose the problem" and then, he says he can't. Also it is not even give me the option to set my password to connect to my network, but it does when I try to connect to any other.

  I suggest to unplug all your network cables and unplug the adapter from your modem AND router. ONLY plug your modem back power adapter in. Wait until you get a steady green light on your router, which indicates that it is ready. Then, connect the ethernet cable from your modem to your router INTERNET port. Connect the ethernet cable from your computer to any other ETHERNET port on your router. Finally turn the monitor for your router.

  If you do not do so in this order, the router can not connect properly to the internet because it doesn't have the correct IP address of your modem.

• Acrobat installed on Mac, but the update function fails with «... not connected to internet...» »

  I installed Acrobat Pro version 11.0.0 on two MacBook Pro running OS X Yosemite 10.10.3. Adobe runs and works fine, but when you try to upgrade to version 11.0.10, I get the following text:

  "Unable to download update files. Please check that you are connected to the Internet and check for updates later.

  Error: 1109 "

  The computers are permanently connected to the internet, so why it does not work? I completely re-installed on a computer, but have the same problem. Help, please.

  Thank you.

  -James

  Hello

  The possible reasons that you encounter the problem of internet connectivity is whether you are offline or your computer's clock is set incorrectly.

  Check internet connectivity, if it is connected, able to disconnect once and they try to reconnect or you can set the clock on your system and try again.

  You may also consult the following document.

  https://helpx.Adobe.com/x-productkb/policy-pricing/activation-network-issues.html

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  Sukrit diallo

• HELP error code: 80072efe - cannot download or install security updates or update the definitions of viruses and spyware

  Help, please!

  I am running Vista Home Premium 32 bit on SP2.

  I just had my McAfee security expires and since I was not able to install security updates.

  I uninstalled McAfee and searched my system to make sure that it is completely gone, then I installed Microsoft Security Essentials.

  I was able to update its definitions of once and since I was not able to do so once again - instead, I get the error message "Virus and Spyware definitions update failed" and the code of error 0x80072efe

  I have since run a full scan of the system and the following were found on my system:

  -Trojan Dropper

  -Trojan notifier

  -Trojan Downloader

  -Virus: Win32/Alureon.H

  It is said that they have been removed - I'm not sure if they have something to do with my problems of system...

  Also my windows update still does not go to download security updates, and it still gives me the same error code.

  Is there a way to fix this?

  Thank you very much

  Also, the first update failed installed has been updated for Windows Vista (KB955430)

  The last successful security update was security update for Windows Vista (KB979309)

  The one who follows - update security for Windows Vista (KB978338) failed and there all security updates do not have

  I just had my McAfee security expire... I installed Microsoft Security Essentials.

  You should have uninstalled the McAfee application and download / run the tool to remove McAfee Consumer product and then installed Microsoft Security Essentials before as your McAfee subscription has expired.

  See...

  Can I install Microsoft Security Essentials [or any other anti-virus/anti-spyware application] to clean my already infected computer?
  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/msescan/thread/87058857-D181-4019-a723-efd9a49d9275

  Personal data backup (which none should be considered 100% reliable at this point) then format the HARD disk and do a clean install of Windows.  Please note that a repair installation (upgrade AKA on-site) will NOT fix it!

  HOW to do a clean install of Vista: section "If you want to reinstall Windows Vista by running a new installation...". "of http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-vista/Installing-and-reinstalling-Windows-Vista

  Once installed the clean, you will have the equivalent of a "new computer" in order to take care of everything on the next page before connecting the machine to the internet or one local network (i.e. other computers) otherwise and before using a flash drive or the SD card that is not brand new, or has not been freshly formatted:

  4 steps to help protect your new computer before going online
       http://www.Microsoft.com/security/pypc.aspx

  Tip: After getting the computer fully patched, download/install KB971029 manually: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/971029

  NB: No matter what Norton or McAfee free trial which is preinstalled on the computer when you bought will be reinstalled (but invalid) when Windows is reinstalled. You MUST uninstall the trial for free and download/run the removal tool before installing updates, Windows Service Packs, or updates IE and before installing your new anti-virus application.

  Norton Removal Tool
       FTP://ftp.Symantec.com/public/english_us_canada/removal_tools/Norton_Removal_Tool.exe

  McAfee Consumer product removal tool
       http://download.McAfee.com/Products/Licensed/cust_support_patches/MCPR.exe

  See also:

  Risks & benefits of P2P file sharing
  http://www.Microsoft.com/protect/data/downloadfileshare/filesharing.aspx
  http://blogs.technet.com/MMPC/archive/2008/10/06/the-cost-of-free-software.aspx

  Measures to help prevent spyware
  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/spyware/prevent.aspx

  Measures to help prevent computer worms
  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/worms/prevent.aspx

  Avoid fake security software!
  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/antivirus/rogue.aspx

  If these procedures look too complex - and there is no shame in admitting this isn't your cup of tea - take the machine to a local, good reputation and stand-alone computer (that is, not BigBoxStoreUSA or Geek Squad) repair facility.

  ~ 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

• Windows security - they have my computer was attacked by viruses and other malware, has offered assistance to the evaluation, indications of problems

  Received a phone call from an organization called Windows Security (or similar name). They advise that they have indications that my computer was attacked by viruses and other malware, has offered assistance to the assessment, problems, etc.  I went through a series of tasks that I believe that gave them access to my computer, but then got suspicious, and said I would call back. Given telephone number was (520) 720-0786.  Given names were Sean Wilson and Bryan Hussey.  Please indicate if they are legit, and if not, what can I do to protect myself?  Appreciate your help... Brian

  Received a phone call from an organization called Windows Security (or similar name). They advise that they have indications that my computer was attacked by viruses and other malware, has offered assistance to the assessment, problems, etc.  I went through a series of tasks that I believe that gave them access to my computer, but then got suspicious, and said I would call back. Given telephone number was (520) 720-0786.  Given names were Sean Wilson and Bryan Hussey.  Please indicate if they are legit, and if not, what can I do to protect myself?  Appreciate your help... Brian

  This is a complete scam.  You can report it to your local police.

  For your own protection, you should:
  • Change your passwords on email accounts, accounts financial and sensitive to which accounts you access online from this PC.  RIGHT NOW!
  • Run a full scan of your PC using your antivirus application...    Also download and run a full scan with Malwarebytes Anti-malware (free edition).  MBAM is a very good solution in addition to your primary backup antivirus/antimalware application.
  • I would also go here: https://www.microsoft.com/security/portal/Shared/Help.aspx and follow the advice of "I think that my PC is infected", including potentially calls MS help.
  • Above all, do not delay!  If you have any concerns about the handling of it, then disconnect your computer from the internet and call MS before anything else.

• Hello. I'm having trouble installing my Photoshop CS3 software. I use a PC. My computer recently had a virus and the it consultant all deleted and reinstalled Windows Start program with all updates. My operating system

  Hello.

  I'm having trouble installing my Photoshop CS3 software.

  I use a PC. My computer recently had a virus and the it consultant all deleted and reinstalled Windows Start program with all updates. My operating system is "Microsoft Windows 7 Home premium 2007 - with updates added.

  The version of photoshop that I have is 'Adobe Photoshop CS3, 2007. I installed Photoshop CS3 which seemed to install properly. I activated the dics and inserted the serial number. Activation complete. I had a problem with the registration with the following message through "a problem has been experienced so he was trying to send information on the internet".  I had a problem with look at a. CR2 file but I got a converter of Microsoft 'CameraCode '. I can use Photoshop software. I can't use a software link with Photoshop CS3 I was using before. It's "NIK software - Silver Efex Pro". This means that on the section "filter Photoshow. Can I use the software, but it does not save the changes I made. When I turn off the computer Photoshop CS3 is deleted from my computer. I got LIGHTROOM but software that works very well.

  The summaries. I can load Photoshop and use and save the changes, but when I turn off my computer the software is removed from the hard drive. But I can't get the link software - Nik software - Silver Efex Pro. Please can you advise me what I should do to get my software working properly again.

  Thank you.

  Keith Fernandez

  Once the software is installed, it will not be removed under normal circumstances.

  I do not know if your computer is still infected and it is removed or the problem is that you can't 'see' photoshop' but it is always installed.

  to verify this, check the installation directory and check its size on your hard drive.

• Hello. I'm having trouble installing my Photoshop CS2 software. I use a PC. My computer recently had a virus and the it consultant all deleted and reinstalled Windows Start program with all updates. My operating system

  Hello.

  I'm having trouble installing my Photoshop CS2 software.

  I use a PC. My computer recently had a virus and the it consultant all deleted and reinstalled Windows Start program with all updates. My operating system is "Microsoft Windows 7 Home premium 2007 - with updates added.

  The version of photoshop that I have is 'Adobe Photoshop CS3, 2007. I installed Photoshop CS3 which seemed to install properly. I activated the dics and inserted the serial number. Activation complete. I had a problem with the registration with the following message through "a problem has been experienced so he was trying to send information on the internet".  I had a problem with look at a. CR2 file but I got a converter of Microsoft 'CameraCode '. I can use Photoshop software. I can't use a software link with Photoshop CS3 I was using before. It's "NIK software - Silver Efex Pro". This means that on the section "filter Photoshow. Can I use the software, but it does not save the changes I made. When I turn off the computer Photoshop CS3 is deleted from my computer. I got LIGHTROOM but software that works very well.

  The summaries. I can load Photoshop and use and save the changes, but when I turn off my computer the software is removed from the hard drive. But I can't get the link software - Nik software - Silver Efex Pro. Please can you advise me what I should do to get my software working properly again.

  Thank you.

  Keith Fernandez

  Hi Keith,

  You won't be able to re - install using the discs and the number of series that you used initially, but we have a solution.

  The activation for more server CS2 is no longer in service. For this reason, we did a version of these titles of software available that doesn't require activation. This is for users who already buy the software.  For more details and specific links for the software, please see the following link:

  Activation server stops for Creative Suite 2 and Acrobat 7 product Macromedia

  Instead of your old serial number, use the one shown next to the download link: download Acrobat 7 and CS2 products

  Guinot

• I can not turn on Microsoft Security Essentials anti virus and later moved it not update.

  I can not turn on Microsoft Security Essentials anti virus and later moved it not update.  The system is Vista and update 80070643 error code.

  Additional references may include:

  [MMS] Installation error 0 x 80070643
  http://answers.Microsoft.com/thread/908fad3e-F9FC-4d8a-BE83-ae7d3bc48db5

  Checklist for installation of Microsoft Security Essentials
  http://answers.Microsoft.com/thread/bf757e6a-E320-4a67-92bc-767e6acb26c4

  Can I install Microsoft Security Essentials [or any other anti-virus/anti-spyware application] to clean my already infected computer?
  http://answers.Microsoft.com/thread/87058857-D181-4019-a723-efd9a49d9275

  Microsoft Security Essentials Support Forums (all)
  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/protect/Forum

• Article about the virus and spywares

  Article in Google News, take a look:

  Just like the television commercials that preceded it, Internet banners are often very misleading.

  A click on this friendly, flashing ad, your computer can be completely compromised by spyware, viruses and other malicious programs. These links are designed by marketing online groups that hire many different companies and are paid by the number of times that a person visits the site that pays for advertising.

  Now, we all know that advertising is a necessary part of the company, the problem with the Internet today is that companies ad will use any means necessary to get more "hits" for as many different sites as possible. This could mean to place ads more attractive, but more often it's download of malware on your computer that forces your browser to different sites. These programs hijacker can change your home page, redirect links and even change the page that you see that you view it.

  Many of us have watched in horror as our favorite newsfeeds disintegrated in explicit pornographic advertising. Often this rude awakening has nothing to do with actually visited one of the sites Web announced, but rather their affiliates, the people who use the same company name.

  "But how can I keep this junk from my computer?

  To keep your computer running smooth and without spyware, it is important to maintain the programs antivirus and antispyware reputed day, running a deep scan at least once per month.

  Today, number of computers came with some kind of antivirus already installed, usually Norton or McAfee. These are two programs very well, but they have let me down in the past. In addition, their popularity increases the demand for programs that can slip their defenses. More than adequate against viruses and spyware can be obtained for free, thanks to the efforts of friendly software engineers around the Web. Spybot Search and Destroy, among the oldest and the names remained more confidence in information security, spyware off networks since 2002.

  With antivirus software, the choice is not so clear.

  Each of these programs are fully supported and will fill in more of your need PC protection and, perhaps best of all, they are FREE. Just follow the links at the bottom of this article and say goodbye to expensive corporate security suites. For those of you who hate to do something for nothing, the creators of each of these products has also accept donations through their respective Web sites.

  ANTIVIRUS: Norton, AVG, Avast, McAfee, etc. (software); infectedornot.com, bitdefender.com (free online virus scanning).
  ANTISPYWARE: Spy Sweeper, Spybot Search and Destroy, etc. (software).

  Very nice article and information. Thank you
  I used the Norton antivirus application, but due to the bad laptop performance I went to the freeware tool called AntiVir. It s really for free and it s amazing. He founded some bad files that were hidden and Norton didn t find anything.
  I also use a freeware firewall ZoneAlarm and Antispy tool. I think that I m on the side safely

• I don't have a windows recovery disk and my computer is affected by virus now, I am also not able to downloat antivirus because some files are missing please advise__

  I don't have a windows recovery disk and my computer is affected by virus now, I am also not able to downloat antivirus because some files are missing please notify

  Please see: How to replace the lack of software Microsoft Carey Frisch

• Updated Windows and now I can not run other programs on my PC

  Updated Windows and now I can not run other programs on my PC!  What can I do?

  Hello

  ·          Update you installed before the problem?

  ·          Do you have a code error message when you try to run any program?

  If the issue took place recently, you can perform a system restore that will repair return the computer to the point while it was working fine.

  To restore the operating system to an earlier point in time, follow these steps:

  1. Click Start, type system restore in the search box, and then click System Restore in the list programs. If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type your password or click on continue. 2. in the System Restore dialog box, click on choose a different restore point and then click Next. 3. in the list of restore points, click a restore point created before you started having the problem, and then click Next. 4. click on finish.

  Note: When you perform the system restore to restore the computer to a previous state, programs and updates that you have installed are removed.

  How to repair the operating system and how to restore the configuration of the operating system to an earlier point in time in Windows Vista
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/936212

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

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• My Apple Watch does not OS 2.1 update. Keep saying at the end that cannot verify the update as long as it is not connected to the internet. The iStore even tried and they couldn't help.

  Nice day

  I need help with my Apple Watch. I tried the update to OS 2.1. I can't update as the right at the end of the download it says cannot verify the update as long as it is not connected to the internet. I made sure wifi was strong, batteries were in charge, I have even matched and re-paired the watch. I took it to the iStore so they couldn't get it updated and everything they said was sorry, you will have to wait the next update be released. Everyone dealing with this issue? What should do?

  Concerning

  Hello

  Because the update for you Apple Watch comes from your iphone is your iphone

  Running ios 9.2?

  If, then go to settings on iPhone reset network settings after reset entered your key wireless router.

  Also before doing this turn off your router for 30 seconds.

  Then repeat the update of watch.

  See you soon

  Brian

• I installed Turbo Tax Delux 2011 tax software and get error 42002: could not connect to the update site to receive the latest updates.

  I installed Turbo Tax Delux 2011 tax software and get error 42002: could not connect to the update site to receive the latest updates. Turbo tax support site says adjust the parameters or the rules on my security software to allow certain programs to install and works as expected. How can I solve this problem to allow updates? Thank you. CraigrH

  What is your operating system and Service Pack?

  What is your anti-malware?