My Vista computer has a virus and it is slow, I need help fixing it

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• I bought ADobe Acrobat XI Standard previously. My computer has been changed and I have lost the need to reinstall. Were unsuccessfule and need help

  I bought Adobe Acrobat XI Standard previously. My computer has been changed and I have lost the need to reinstall. Have failed and need help. My serial number does not work.

  Hi Dean,

  Please refer to the KB Doc:https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-suite/kb/error-serial-number-qualifying-product.html

  Kind regards
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• I need to re - install adobe suite cs6, my computer has a virus and had to be wiped.

  I need help to re - install CS6 on my computer.

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• Can manage Windows XP Home Edition of Windows 8? Get the error codes for the security updates (0 x 643). ALL through Microsoft Tech INFECTED with the virus and Trojans tried. I need help BADLY. Thank you.

  I tried every thing blessed with technology microsoft... always hanging in limbo here.  Tired of doing constant comprehensive analyses, etc. in order to remove the constant threats.  Apparently my McAfee can't stay with her either.  Need help with the download/repair these seeds as soon as possible.  Thanks to all those who wish to help me - it would be that popular, for sure!

  The question makes no sense.

  "Can manage Windows XP Home Edition of Windows 8?"

  Two problems: there is no Windows 8 and even if there were, Windows XP Home Edition would not not 'manage '.  ;-)

  I drop McAfee for a few different freeware products.  Or better yet I'd get two products 'cost' (~ 25 and 60 dollars) and install them and use them in the future - but WHEN you are trying to clean up.

  You seem like you maybe sincerely - at a time when a format/install of Windows XP/patching/installation of applications/patch/restore backups of your data is the best course of action.

  However, if you are willing to work - maybe we can at least get things cleaned up to a certain point where you can get a good backup before doing this (otherwise avoid doing all together.)

  In the order shown, do not jump (no matter what you do, what you have done in the past, etc.) ...

  First of all - download, install, operate and put to update and then run a full system scan with the following two (one at a time, reboot in-between):

  • MalwareBytes (FREE)
  • SuperAntiSpyware (FREE)

  After you perform a full scan with one then the other and remove anything they have all two are completely, you can uninstall these products, if you wish.  This initiative will allow to check there is no malware floating around your system which could cause problems.  If you ask - no, Norton probably does not protect you from what these applications can find.

  Download and run the MSRT tool manually:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/malwareremove/default.mspx
  (Ignore the details and download the tool to download and save to your desktop, run it.)

  Reset.

  Search online with eSet Online Scanner.

  Reset.

  Download/install the latest program Windows installation (for your operating system):
  (Windows XP 32-bit: WindowsXP-KB942288-v3 - x 86 .exe )
  (Download and save it to your desktop, run it.)

  Reset.

  and...

  Download the latest version of Windows Update (x 86) agent here:
  http://go.Microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=91237
  ... and save it to the root of your C:\ drive. After you register on the root of the C:\ drive, follow these steps:

  Close all Internet Explorer Windows and other applications.

  AutoScan--> RUN and type:
  %SystemDrive%\windowsupdateagent30-x86.exe /WUFORCE
  --> Click OK.

  (If asked, select 'Run'). --> Click on NEXT--> select 'I agree' and click NEXT--> where he completed the installation, click "Finish"...

  Reset.

  Now try usig the Fixit (Yes - try to use it again) to reset your Windows Components Update (you'll do the aggressive version, not the other):
  How to reset the Windows Update components?

  Reset.

  CHKDSK
  How to scan your disks for errors* will take time and a reboot.

  Defragment
  How to defragment your hard drives* will take time

  Reset.

  Now, open Internet Explorer, visit http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/ and do a CUSTOM search for updates.  Install any critical/high-priority ones and - for now - to ignore all those in option (always do this for material updates optional here.)

  Restart if necessary and continue to visit this web page until you have not yet updated to high priority.

  Now - if your problem is with the facilities of the .NET Framework...  You can end up with something like:
  http://blogs.msdn.com/b/astebner/archive/2008/08/28/8904493.aspx
  to uninstall a few versions of the .NET Framework, then you can try to install again - but you should not do this until the machine is supposed to be cleaned.

• Got a report saying that my computer has a virus and call 800-982-1346

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• So, my computer has a virus moneypak and ontop of the said virus pro safety. And I can't download any anti-virus scan malware to get rid of them due to my failure of security scanning.

  So, my computer has a virus moneypak and ontop of the said virus pro safety. And I can't download any anti-virus scan malware to get rid of them due to my failure of security scanning. So I went to check on my Microsoft Security databases to see what is happening, and it will not even open! Whenever I click it, it says "You don't have the right permission to open" (my security essential has been like that for maybe a week now. and I just received today two viruses) while I try to uninstall, but it won't allow me because of something not having the right to access and contact an administrator. So I can't open the MSE, can't uninstall it, can not download any virus anti-malware to get rid of the moneypak and pro. I'm so lost, please any suggestion on what I can do to fix my computer would be greatly appreciated!

  Original title: help!

  Try the rescuecd kasperskyor avg rescuecd

  If you get the ISO, you'll need a blank CD and

• Cannot download, says he has a virus and has been deleted

  Why do I get messages that say that the download has a virus and has been deleted I can not download an antivrus or something else

  Hello

  We have no idea why you get this message because you do not give enough information.

  and if you have not already installed anti-virus that you seek trouble with viruses

  but you say you try to download an anti-virus

  do you already have an anti-virus installed, or not?

  __________________________________

  It takes a lot more information

  read this

  How to ask a question

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/555375

  -What you trying to do?
  -Why are you trying to do?
  -Do you try already, why and what was the outcome of your actions?
  -What was the exact error message you received?
  -How long have you been experiencing this problem?
  -Have you searched the relevant forum/newsgroup archives?
  -Have you tried all the tools or KB articles or other resources?
  -Have you recently installed or uninstalled any hardware or software?
  -What changes have been made to the system between the time where everything has worked, and when you noticed the problem?

  __________________________________

  and try this:

  Download update and scan with the free version of malwarebytes anti-malware

  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/MBAM.php

  You can also download and run rkill to stop the process of problem before you download and scan with malwarebytes

  http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/anti-virus/rkill

  If it does not remove the problem and or work correctly in normal mode do work above in safe mode with networking

  Windows Vista

  Using the F8 method:

  1. Restart your computer.
  2. When the computer starts, you will see your computer hardware are listed. When you see this information begins to tap theF8 key repeatedly until you are presented with theBoot Options Advanced Windows Vista.
  3. Select the Safe Mode with networking with the arrow keys.
  4. Then press enter on your keyboard to start mode without failure of Vista.
  5. To start Windows, you'll be a typical logon screen. Connect to your computer and Vista goes into safe mode.
  6. Do whatever tasks you need and when you are done, reboot to return to normal mode.

• Cannot download any file, error message "program has a virus and has been deleted."

  Original title: Difficulty to download repair manuals and information programs on the internet.

  I'm having problems when downloading of information on programs and the internet repair manuals. Windows always tells me that this program has a virus and has been deleted. This happens with all downloads. My anti-virus program does not detect a virus. Can there be something in my settings that does this. Help Adam

  Hi Adam,.

  To provide the proper resolution, I would need more information on your side.

  1. what web browser do you use?

  2. what anti-virus software do you use?

  3. the problem occurs with all web browsers?

  This problem may occur due to the infection by the virus or because of incorrect browser settings.

  If you use Internet Explorer as your web browser, try the following steps and check if it helps.

  Method 1:
  I suggest you run Virus Scan using the Microsoft Safety Scanner to make sure that the computer is virus-free and check if it helps.

  The Microsoft Security Scanner is a downloadable security tool for free which allows analysis at the application and helps remove viruses, spyware and other malware. It works with your current antivirus software.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx

  Note:

  1) the Microsoft Safety Scanner expires 10 days after being downloaded. To restart a scan with the latest definitions of anti-malware, download and run the Microsoft Safety Scanner again.

  2)  if you run the virus scan of the program which is infected with the virus will be deleted. Therefore, reinstall the program. Also, if files and folders are affected by the virus, while they might even get deleted.

  Method 2:
  If the problem persists, I suggest to activate the download of the file in Internet Explorer and check to see if it helps.

  a. close all Internet Explorer or Windows Explorer Windows that are currently open.

  b. Open Internet Explorer by clicking Start, and then click Internet Explorer.

  c. click the Tools button, then Internet Options.

  d. click on the Security tab , click Internet, and then the custom level button.

  e. scroll down to category of downloadsand the download of the file to Activatevalue.

  See the articles for more information.

  Download files from the Internet: frequently asked questions

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-HK/Windows-Vista/downloading-files-from-the-Internet-frequently-asked-questions

  Why does Internet Explorer block some downloads of files?
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/why-does-Internet-Explorer-block-some-file-downloads

  Hope this information helps. Answer the post with an up-to-date issue report to help you further.

• My computer has been hacked and infected

  original title: virus

  My computer has been hacked and so a virus came and took all my details... and now sending waste to all my friends.family.t this point I changed my email password and would like to change my username, help

  Hello

  Proceed to a very thorough check for malware and then change your password by e-mail.

  It is possible for a person to send the email that 'seems' to be of your
  account but that is not really - called "Spoofing." That means its 'Possible' emails
  were not really you, although they may have your contact list. Have someone
  who receives the e-mails to check the header to see where he is actually sent by and
  NOT only the answer to the address.

  How to read the message headers
  http://www.high-speed-Internet-Access-Guide.com/articles/email-headers.html

  E-mail spoofing
  http://en.Wikipedia.org/wiki/E-mail_spoofing

  E-mail spoofing and Phishing
  http://www.mailsbroadcast.com/email.broadcast.FAQ/46.email.spoofing.htm

  Understanding E-mail Spoofing
  http://www.windowsecurity.com/articles/email-spoofing.html

  Fraudulent emails (false)
  http://pages.eBay.com/education/spooftutorial/

  Google search - email Spoofing
  http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&EI=FB1nS9DiNo7CsQPNhKGdAw&SA=X&Oi=spell&resnum=0&CT=result&CD=1&ved=0CAgQBSgA&q=email+spoofing&spell=1

  =============================================

  If you need search malware here's my recommendations - they will allow you to
  scrutiny and the withdrawal without ending up with a load of spyware programs running
  resident who can cause as many questions as the malware and may be more difficult to detect as the
  cause.

  No one program cannot be used to detect and remove any malware. Added that often easy
  to detect malicious software often comes with a much harder to detect and remove the payload. Then
  its best to be thorough than paying the high price later now too. Check with them to one
  extreme overkill point and then run the cleaning only when you are sure that the system is clean.

  It can be made repeatedly in Mode safe - F8 tap that you start, however, you must also run
  the regular windows when you can.

  Download malwarebytes and scan with it, run MRT and add Prevx to be sure that he is gone.
  (If Rootkits run UnHackMe)

  Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN

  Malwarebytes - free
  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/

  Run the malware removal tool from Microsoft

  Start - type in the search box-> find MRT top - right on - click RUN AS ADMIN.

  You should get this tool and its updates via Windows updates - if necessary, you can
  Download it here.

  Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN
  (Then run MRT as shown above.)

  Microsoft Malicious - 32-bit removal tool
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=AD724AE0-E72D-4F54-9AB3-75B8EB148356&displaylang=en

  Microsoft Malicious removal tool - 64 bit
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=585D2BDE-367F-495e-94E7-6349F4EFFC74&displaylang=en

  also install Prevx to be sure that it is all gone.

  Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN

  Prevx - Home - free - small, fast, exceptional CLOUD protection, working with others
  security programs. It is a single scanner, VERY EFFICIENT, if it finds something to 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

  Try the demo version of Hitman Pro:

  Hitman Pro is a second scanner reviews, designed to save your computer from malicious software
  (viruses, Trojans, rootkits, etc.). who infected your computer despite safe
  what you have done (such as antivirus, firewall, etc.).
  http://www.SurfRight.nl/en/hitmanpro

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  If necessary here are some free online scanners to help the

  http://www.eset.com/onlinescan/

  New Vista and Windows 7 version
  http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/Center/whatsnew.htm

  Original version
  http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm

  http://www.Kaspersky.com/virusscanner

  Other tests free online
  http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&source=HP&q=antivirus+free+online+scan&AQ=f&OQ=&AQI=G1

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  Also follow these steps for the General corruption of cleaning and repair/replace damaged/missing
  system files.

  Run DiskCleanup - start - all programs - Accessories - System Tools - Disk Cleanup

  Start - type this into the search-> find COMMAND to top box and RIGHT CLICK-
  RUN AS ADMIN

  Enter this at the command prompt - sfc/scannow

  How to analyze the log file entries that the Microsoft Windows Resource Checker
  (SFC.exe) program generates in Windows Vista cbs.log
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/928228

  Run checkdisk - schedule it to run at the next startup, then apply OK then restart your way.

  How to run the check disk at startup in Vista
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/67612-check-disk-Chkdsk.html

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  If we find Rootkits use this thread and other suggestions. (Run UnHackMe)

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/InternetExplorer/thread/a8f665f0-C793-441A-a5b9-54b7e1e7a5a4/

  I hope this helps.

• Microsoft calling you to tell you that your computer has a virus that sends alerts he has a virus?

  I had someone call me on my home phone to tell me they were Microsoft and said that for the weeeks last few my computer sent because he has a virus and only they could repair error reports. Microsoft is actually do that or is it a scam?

  Hello

  Yes, it's a SCAM! I hope that you don't give them access to your computer. If you did
  Please let us know so we can offer suggestions to combat their possible actions.

  Avoid scams to phone for tech support
  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/online-privacy/avoid-phone-scams.aspx

  In the United States, you can contact the FBI, Attorney general, the police authorities and consumer
  Watch groups. Arm yourself with knowledge.

  The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) is a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation
  (FBI) and the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C), funded in part by the Bureau of Justice Assistance
  (BJA).
  http://www.ic3.gov/complaint/default.aspx

  No, Microsoft wouldn't you not solicited. Or they would know if errors exist on your
  computer. So that's the fraud or scams to get your money or worse to steal your identity.

  Avoid scams that use the Microsoft name fraudulently - Microsoft is not unsolicited
  phone calls to help you fix your computer
  http://www.Microsoft.com/protect/fraud/phishing/msName.aspx

  Scams and hoaxes
  http://support.Microsoft.com/contactus/cu_sc_virsec_master?ws=support#tab3

  Microsoft Support Center consumer
  https://consumersecuritysupport.Microsoft.com/default.aspx?altbrand=true&SD=GN&ln=en-us&St=1&wfxredirect=1&gssnb=1

  Microsoft technical support
  http://support.Microsoft.com/contactus/?ws=support#TAB0

  Microsoft - contact technical support
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/help/contact-support

  I hope this helps.

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

• My computer has a virus

  My computer has a virus, I managed to get rid of this and restore my computer to a week ago but my doc. pitchures and many other files have disappeared, how to restore? I have Windows 7 home premium

  It was the intelligent virus and I got rid of it through Kaspersky. Can you tell me what I can do to recover my files?

  I looked online sub forums - nothing specific and microsoft solutions.

  I just got to chip away purchase inot a retriever-doc file retrieved a bunch of garbage that's all.

  Thank you

• my desk top has a virus and I lost total control of my desktop at the top of the page

  ORIGINAL TITLE: I need serious help

  my desk top has a virus and I lost total control of my desktop, when I restart my computer my keyboard won't let me use the F8 key. I bought an adapter PS\2 and still nothing, my mouse unplugged... When I was able to access my profile before he started that go all wonky random letter would appear in my search bar, or if I connected Internet, as soon as google would startup load, it was as if my keyboard was possessed. the google box would be filled with random letters?

  The thing is, it was not even 2 months ago the same thing! I took my turn 'Squadron of the tech' intro and they said that it (the virus) had been removed. The only sites I go to hotmail is to check my messages, I empty my spam unless I'm expecting something once in a blue moon, I'll go on fb... so I don't see how I caught the virus back. When I finished my computer I log out and do not let my internet race. I just want my baby difficulty... I went to the explicit memory, and they said that it would cost me $ 700 to erase and reinstall the window? is it really necessary?
  Oh ago one of my friends wrote the code for my computer? or set up anything in the BIOS thingy? then when the windows recovery screen appears the white bar does not move when I use the two sets of arrows. the only button that works is to remove
  Help, please
  At soon DuckieLips

  On Wednesday, May 9, 2012 04:33:03 + 0000, DuckieLips wrote:

  The thing is, it was not even 2 months ago the same thing! I took my turn 'Squadron of the tech' intro and they said that it (the virus) had been removed.

  "Squadron of the technology? Do you mean the Geek Squad?

  If Yes, let me point out that, in my opinion (and that of many others of)
  We here) Geek Squad (and any similar big box store) is amongst the
  worst possible sources for the repair of computers, maintenance, tips, etc. In
  the future, if you need help, bring the computer to a smaller local
  store.

  If you're still having problems, I would not at all be surprised if
  they were caused by the Geek Squad. But tell us what virus you had.
  And how did you know you had it? What antivirus do you use,
  and why the anti-virus program does not remove the virus?

  Ken Blake, Microsoft MVP

• My Vista computer has ceased to be able to print or use the windows photo gallery, or to be able to perform updates.

  Original title: non-functional computer

  my vista computer has ceased to be able to print or use the windows photo gallery, or to be able to run updates and I can't find any way to put this right - someone had something similar - it custom install service pack 2 for vista and it wont let me download a update Internet explorer 9 - also stop the program index - continues and the print spooler said it works but it doesn't will not print - any ideas?

  Hi John,.

  1. you receive messages or error codes when you try to print or to use the Windows Photo Gallery?

  2. What is the code of error or message that you receive when you try to install service pack 2 and Internet Explorer 9 download?

  3 did you recent hardware or changes to the software of the system?

  You try to perform a restore of the system to a restore point before you have been affected by the problem and check.

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

  To run the system restore, you can consult the following articles:

  System restore

  System Restore: frequently asked questions

• download problem and cannot save the "red box appears saying page has a virus and it.

  Whenever I try to download something, I get to the Save and run guest hit him and a red box pops up saying page has a virus and it

  has been deleted.  Can't do much on the computer I have a virus?

  Whenever I try to download something, I get to the Save and run guest hit him and a red box pops up saying page has a virus and it

  has been removed.  Can't do much on the computer I have a virus?

  Hello

  You are probably infected with malware.

  Read the answer to your problem through The ball in this thread link.

  "I get the error message"xxxxx.xxx"" contains a virus and has been eliminated ' downloads... on all software updates from microsoft ".

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_vista-security/i-get-error-message-xxxxxxxx-contains-a-virus-and/fbb5e0fd-63bd-4E01-9a98-6074d33a8fd6

  See you soon.

• Call to access the computer, recently received a phone call from someone saying that my computer has a virus online damage the hard drive.

  Recently received a phone call from a person saying that my computer has a virus online damage the hard drive.  They said that my computer license of Microsoft and utilimately ID wanted remote access to my computer via maintenance PC (pc22.com) to correct it.  Is this a new type of fraud that goes around?

  It is not a new type of fraud, but it IS a scam.  MS does not give that kind of information, and they do not call users.