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Problems after html/infected.webpage.gen virus

Discussion in 'Virus and Malware Removal' started by bkfuhrer, Mar 1, 2010.

  1. bkfuhrer Newcomer, in training Posts: 76

    I will get to that a little later after a restart, my poor old computers' memory is not what it used to be and the Junk mail in T-bird is resisting deletion. Thanks a million, I will update you later :)
  2. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 39,353   +175

    OK :).....
  3. bkfuhrer Newcomer, in training Posts: 76

    Thanks Broni, for all your help. I have followed the last steps you outlined with the exception of installing WOT, I'm busy trying to get rid of old crap on this computer....Have many old games and apps that don't need to be here anymore...
    A few questions if you don't mind...
    Should I worry about installing the Recovery Console? It was resistant to installation during my last go around with Malware so it makes me wonder...
    Was it the malware that made certain apps so difficult to work with (combo fix, etc) or is it just the fact that this is an older computer and the dial up factor?
    Do you see any other issues I should deal with from the HJT log- unnecessary start-ups, buttons etc ?
    Any other scans to do?
    Computer is running much, much better now...
    I think there must be a special place in heaven for the techs on this board who help us half-witted surfers from the dangerous waves of malware :)
  4. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 39,353   +175

    Hahahaha :)

    I'd strongly suggest installing WOT. It's just an add-on, so it practically doesn't take any space.
    On the other hand it's extremely helpful with staying away from bad websites.
    Websites used to safe. It's not the case anymore. Your computer can get infected just by visiting a website.

    It's very helpful, when computer becomes not bootable, but you still can create bootable CD, which will allow you to access recovery console.

    Computer age doesn't have any impact here. Dial-up sucks, but what can you do...LOL

    We took care of those.

    I'm glad, your computer is doing fine :)
    Happy computing :)