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Discussion in 'Virus and Malware Removal' started by mwaugh29, May 3, 2012.

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  1. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 39,231   +175

    Make sure you reset your restore points.
    Turn system restore off.
    Restart computer.
    Turn system restore on.
    Then proceed with cleanup.

    Temporary files are created all the time, so you have to run TFC weekly.

    I'd think some hardware is dying. Modem, router, network card....
    Broni, May 6, 2012
    #61

  2. mwaugh29 Newcomer, in training Posts: 36

    Broni,

    When attempting to repair internet connection through the wireless network, the problem comes when registering DNS.
    As far as the modem or router is concerned, these devices are working properly with the laptop computer (no disconnect after ~1 hour). So should I look into updating the driver for the network card?

    Best,
    Matt
    mwaugh29, May 6, 2012
    #62

  3. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 39,231   +175

    You can definitely try to reinstall the driver (better than trying to update it).
    Is this laptop or desktop?
    Broni, May 6, 2012
    #63

  4. mwaugh29 Newcomer, in training Posts: 36

    Is this laptop or desktop?

    Network card in question is in the desktop. Card was pre-installed on the laptop.

    The taskbar continues to toggle between Windows Classic look and my custom taskbar. Any ideas why?

    Best,
    Matt
    mwaugh29, May 6, 2012
    #64

  5. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 39,231   +175

    Start withe reinstalling the driver.
    If that doesn't help I'd get a new card - 15 bucks or so.

    It toggles while you use the computer, on restart or....?
    Broni, May 7, 2012
    #65
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