[Render]

Congratulations, your log shows that your system is clean. If you have no further issues with your computer, then please proceed with the following housekeeping procedures outlined below.

Removing the tools we used:

Reset System Restore points:

• Please reopen on your desktop.
• Copy (select all lines inside quote box and press CTRL+C) and Paste (press CTRL+V) the following code into the textbox.
  
  

  :Commands
  [ClearAllRestorePoints]
  

• Click on button.
• OTL may ask to reboot the machine. Please do so if asked.
• Click on button.

NEXT...

OTL Clean-Up:

• Reopen on your desktop.
• Click on
• You will be prompted to reboot your system. Please do so.

If you still have any tools or logs leftover on your computer you can go ahead and delete those off of your computer now.

You stated something about my storage drive having a windows XP MBR, do you have any idea on how to remove that?

Actually, it is not necessary to delete it as is not malicious and occupies very low amount of disk space. If you still want to remove it, first backup all data from that disk drive, go here and download Super FDisk. Then please follow instructions here.

There are a few things I recommend you to do once your computer is completely clean:

Updates for Windows - One of the essentials is to keep your computer updated with the latest operating system patches and security fixes. Windows Updates are constantly being revised to combat the newest hacks and threats, Microsoft releases security updates that help your computer from becoming vulnerable. It is best if you have these set to download automatically.

How to turn on Automatic Updates for Windows:

• Windows 7

Java and Adobe Reader updates

There are certain programs that are security vulnerabilities, it is recommended that you keep everything updated. Two of the main vulnerabilities are Java and Adobe Reader.

Java Updates - Java needs to be regularly updated to fix security vulnerabilities. You can download the latest version of the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) from here. Download, install and reboot your computer. You also need to uninstall older versions of Java:

• Click Start
• Select Control Panel
• Select Add or Remove Programs
• Remove all Java updates except the latest one you have just installed.

Note:
If the normal uninstallation process (as mentioned above) fails, then please try Microsoft Windows Installer Cleanup Utility. This tool will ensure that all irrelevant Java Runtime Environment Microsoft Installer (msi) registries are removed. Detailed information and download is available at: Description of the Windows Installer CleanUp Utility

Removal instructions:

• Download the Microsoft Installer Clean Up utility file and save it on your desktop
• Double click on executable file. The installation process will start. Follow the instructions accordingly
• Once installation process is over, go to Start -> All Programs -> Run Windows Install Clean Up utility
• This will launch the Windows Installer Clean Up utility dialog box
• Under the Installed products list, select Java 2 Runtime Environment v1.5.0_03
• Click Remove and Exit

Update Adobe Acrobat Reader to latest version. You can download it HERE.

Suggestion:

Foxit is a great free PDF alternative. It uses fewer system resources and is not vulnerable to the exploits affecting Adobe Reader. Providing full PDF functionality, Foxit is rapidly becoming the PDF reader of choice for many. Get it here.

Other Software Updates - Go HERE to scan your computer for any out of date software at least once per week. The vast majority of virus, worm and spyware infections could have been prevented, if the user had kept their software up-to-date. You should do everything you can to keep your software up-to-date. Doing so will help you prevent infections and the headaches that follow them.

Web Browsers - Picking the right internet browser is very important. You need to find one that suits your needs but that is also safe. All browsers listed below are far more secure than Internet Explorer, immune to almost all known browser hijackers, and also have the best built-in pop up blockers.

• Mozilla Firefox
• Opera
• Chrome

Although, if you prefer staying with Internet Explorer I highly recommend you do this :

Make Internet Explorer more secure:

• Click Start > Run
• Type Inetcpl.cpl & click OK
• Click on the Security tab
• Click Reset all zones to default level
• Make sure the Internet Zone is selected & Click Custom level
• In the ActiveX section, set the options Download signed and unsigned ActiveX controls to Prompt, and Initialize and Script ActiveX controls not marked as safe to Disable.
• Next click OK, then Apply button and then OK to exit the Internet Properties page.

Tips to protect yourself against malware and reduce the potential for re-infection:

• Simple and easy ways to keep your computer safe.
• Hardening Windows Security - Part 1 & Part 2.
• Your Guide To Staying Safe Online.
• Use Task Manager to close pop-up messages to safely exit malware attacks.
• How to Secure Your Web Browser.

Now after all these steps, your PC will be more secure. However it is important to note that you can still get infected if you are not careful. One of the best security programs you can have is common sense. As malware gets more sophisticated, you need to be more wary. If you do get caught though and the above steps can't help fix it, we will be here to help you out.

Stay secure and thank you for choosing GeeksToGo.

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Seems like there's issues answering questions I ask here -.- are you actually going to read/respond to my post or no? It is quite frustrating when it seems as though you completely ignore anything I say.

[Wafflemonger]

Seems like there's issues answering questions I ask here -.- are you actually going to read/respond to my post or no? It is quite frustrating when it seems as though you completely ignore anything I say.

[Render]

Sorry. Can you repeat that question?

[Wafflemonger]

Sorry. Can you repeat that question?

It's on the first page....Last post..

It is in regards to the second storage HD, is there any way to remove the MBR? I have tried formatting [completely] and obviously no success.

[Render]

I answered that in my previous post here. But it seems that Super FDisk is a little obsolete program. I can not try it because I have no floppy drive.

Here is another tool for manipulating with MBR: DIY DataRecovery MBRtool: freeware MBR editor and manual.

I'm not good in this kind of things so I recommend you to make a new thread in Windows Vista™ and Windows 7™ forum ask there.

[Render]

Are you still in need of assistance?

[Wafflemonger]

I apologize, my internet was temporarily disabled yesterday. According to you I am not in need of any assistance, so I guess not. I thank you for your time and patience in assisting me, even though I had already removed it .

Edited by Wafflemonger, 21 March 2011 - 03:44 PM.

[Wafflemonger]

Okay so ever since I followed your instructions, every time I visit a site that delivers only partially secure content, I get a saying "display only content that was sent securely" or whatever, and no matter what I click, it freezes my browser.

[Render]

That happens only in IE or also in FF?

[Wafflemonger]

Only in Internet Explorer.

[Render]

Try this:

• Open Internet Explorer by clicking the Start button , and then clicking Internet Explorer.
• Click the Tools button, and then click Internet Options.
• Click the Advanced tab, and then click Reset.
• Select the Delete personal settings check box if you would like to remove browsing history, search providers, Accelerators, home pages, and InPrivate Filtering data.
• In the Reset Internet Explorer Settings dialog box, click Reset.
• When Internet Explorer finishes applying default settings, click Close, and then click OK.
• Close Internet Explorer.
• Your changes will take effect the next time you open Internet Explorer.

[Wafflemonger]

There was a reason I didn't wish to do that >_> I had already thought of that..but if there's no other way I guess I will do it.

[Essexboy]

Since this issue appears to be resolved ... this Topic has been closed. Glad we could help.

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