The "Dial-up Connection" box pops up automatically. This happens at startup
and when I return from being on standby. How do I get this to stop?

TIA

Hi M. Tee :-)

Try the following and see if it helps:

Open IE>Tools>Internet Options>Connections
Check the "Dial whenever a connection is not present"
Apply > OK out.

Note: If you are leaving IE connection running for a long time, some
Internet Service Providers (ISP's) will drop connections automatically if
there is no activity on the account.

also..

Start>Settings> Control Panel>Network and Dial-up Connections>Local Area
Connection>Properties>Configure>Power Management tab>uncheck "Allow the
computer to turn off this device to save power."

and....

My dialup settings keep changing from 'never dial' to 'always dial' or
'always dial' to 'never dial
http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/answers...nection_change


Hope this helps

Jan
Smiles are meant to be shared,
that's why they're so contagious.

Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other readers.
How to make a good newsgroup post:
http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm


> The "Dial-up Connection" box pops up automatically. This happens at
> startup
> and when I return from being on standby. How do I get this to stop?
>
> TIA
>
>

"Jan Il" wrote:

> Hi M. Tee :-)
>
> Try the following and see if it helps:
>
> Open IE>Tools>Internet Options>Connections
> Check the "Dial whenever a connection is not present"
> Apply > OK out.
>
> Note: If you are leaving IE connection running for a long time, some
> Internet Service Providers (ISP's) will drop connections automatically if
> there is no activity on the account.
>
> also..
>
> Start>Settings> Control Panel>Network and Dial-up Connections>Local Area
> Connection>Properties>Configure>Power Management tab>uncheck "Allow the
> computer to turn off this device to save power."
>
> and....
>
> My dialup settings keep changing from 'never dial' to 'always dial' or
> 'always dial' to 'never dial
> http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/answers...nection_change
>
>
> Hope this helps
>
> Jan
> Smiles are meant to be shared,
> that's why they're so contagious.
>
> Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other readers.
> How to make a good newsgroup post:
> http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>
>
> > The "Dial-up Connection" box pops up automatically. This happens at
> > startup
> > and when I return from being on standby. How do I get this to stop?
> >
> > TIA
> >
> >
>
>
>

Hi Jan,

I tried your suggestions and none of them worked. I have a feeling that
this pop up is started by something in the startup program. It is the last
thing that comes onto the screen when I boot up my computer and is on the
screen when I return from standby. If I click on the connect button of this
pop up a trojan horse virus is placed on my system. If I cancel the pop up I
can use my Explorer as usual.

HI M. Tee :-)

Then you have malware on your system and need to remove it. Work through
the steps in the following information. Even if you have already run some
programs, run them again according to the instructions in the information
below to thoroughly clean you system. Some variants of malware can
replicate itself and return repeatedly if not cleaned properly. It is best
to read through all the information before you start to know before hand
what you need to do and how. Follow all instructions to letter as much as
possible.

WARNING>>>> Backup all documents and files before removing any spyware!!

Dealing with Unwanted Spyware and Parasites:
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
What You Should Know About Spyware
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...ssoftware.mspx
What you can do about spyware and other unwanted software
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...ywarewhat.mspx
Most importantly, be sure to run CWShredder here
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download3019.html
Also this program searches for hidden .dlls that recreate the malware.
About Buster:
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4289.html
Then visit these two sites to test for parasites and help basic cleaning:
On-Line Check
http://aumha.org/a/noads.htm
and
Quick-Fix Protocol.
http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.php
Basically, throw everything here at your "infection".

Also very important, be sure to use the HijackThis. Please DO NOT post your
log to this
newsgroup, but to the HiJackThis Support Forums below:
http://www.hijackthis.de/forum/forum...stlanguageid=4
the Aumha HiJackThis Forum
http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=30
or Bleeping Computer Forum
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/forum22.html
to allow the experts there to evaluate your log and advise you of any
necessary steps to clean your system.
(Note: You will have to Register before posting on these Forums. Please
follow all posting instructions carefully to avoid having your log deleted
or ignored.

CAUTION!!!!! Before you try to remove spyware using any of the programs
below, download a copy of LSPFIX from any of the following sites:
http://www.cexx.org/lspfix.htm
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
(if your OS is Win2k or XP) The process of removing certain malware may kill
your internet connection. If this should occur, this program, LSPFIX, will
enable you to regain your connection.

You should also get a copy of WINSOCKXPFIX available at:
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
and
WinsockXP Fix- WinXP
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
with instructions, at
http://www.iup.edu/house/resnet/winfix.shtm
also... From LavaSoft- all versions of Windows-
http://digital-solutions.co.uk/lavasoft/whndnfix.zip
(NOTE: It is reported that in XP SP2, the command netsh winsock reset
will fix this problem without the need for these programs.)
or Winsock Fix Utility
http://www.dfwonline.net/files/WinsockFix.zip

NOTE: If you can not download these programs from the Internet, if your PC
has CD read capabilities, go to another computer with CD-ROM burning
capabilities. Create a folder on the hard drive of the other computer called
HOLD, download the programs to that folder, then burn that folder to a CD.
Copy the HOLD folder to your HD and then install the programs from there
and run them. After you have IE access again, update all programs where
possible to get the latest definitions and run them again in Safe Mode to be
sure there are no lingering items on the system.

Hope this helps

Jan
Smiles are meant to be shared,
that's why they're so contagious.

Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other readers.
How to make a good newsgroup post:
http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm


>
> "Jan Il" wrote:
>
>> Hi M. Tee :-)
>>
>> Try the following and see if it helps:
>>
>> Open IE>Tools>Internet Options>Connections
>> Check the "Dial whenever a connection is not present"
>> Apply > OK out.
>>
>> Note: If you are leaving IE connection running for a long time, some
>> Internet Service Providers (ISP's) will drop connections automatically if
>> there is no activity on the account.
>>
>> also..
>>
>> Start>Settings> Control Panel>Network and Dial-up Connections>Local Area
>> Connection>Properties>Configure>Power Management tab>uncheck "Allow the
>> computer to turn off this device to save power."
>>
>> and....
>>
>> My dialup settings keep changing from 'never dial' to 'always dial' or
>> 'always dial' to 'never dial
>> http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/answers...nection_change
>>
>>
>> Hope this helps
>>
>> Jan
>> Smiles are meant to be shared,
>> that's why they're so contagious.
>>
>> Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other
>> readers.
>> How to make a good newsgroup post:
>> http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>>
>>
>> > The "Dial-up Connection" box pops up automatically. This happens at
>> > startup
>> > and when I return from being on standby. How do I get this to stop?
>> >
>> > TIA
>> >
>> >
>>
>>
>>
>
> Hi Jan,
>
> I tried your suggestions and none of them worked. I have a feeling that
> this pop up is started by something in the startup program. It is the
> last
> thing that comes onto the screen when I boot up my computer and is on the
> screen when I return from standby. If I click on the connect button of
> this
> pop up a trojan horse virus is placed on my system. If I cancel the pop
> up I
> can use my Explorer as usual.
>
>

DO NOT INSTALL ABOUT BUSTER!!! IT WILL ATEMPT TO HIJACK YOUR BROWSER WITH
GOOGLE!!!

--
Scott


"Jan Il" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
news:(E-Mail Removed)...
> HI M. Tee :-)
>
> Then you have malware on your system and need to remove it. Work through
> the steps in the following information. Even if you have already run some
> programs, run them again according to the instructions in the information
> below to thoroughly clean you system. Some variants of malware can
> replicate itself and return repeatedly if not cleaned properly. It is
best
> to read through all the information before you start to know before hand
> what you need to do and how. Follow all instructions to letter as much as
> possible.
>
> WARNING>>>> Backup all documents and files before removing any spyware!!
>
> Dealing with Unwanted Spyware and Parasites:
> http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
> What You Should Know About Spyware
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...ssoftware.mspx
> What you can do about spyware and other unwanted software
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...ywarewhat.mspx
> Most importantly, be sure to run CWShredder here
> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download3019.html
> Also this program searches for hidden .dlls that recreate the malware.
> About Buster:
> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4289.html
> Then visit these two sites to test for parasites and help basic cleaning:
> On-Line Check
> http://aumha.org/a/noads.htm
> and
> Quick-Fix Protocol.
> http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.php
> Basically, throw everything here at your "infection".
>
> Also very important, be sure to use the HijackThis. Please DO NOT post
your
> log to this
> newsgroup, but to the HiJackThis Support Forums below:
> http://www.hijackthis.de/forum/forum...stlanguageid=4
> the Aumha HiJackThis Forum
> http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=30
> or Bleeping Computer Forum
> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/forum22.html
> to allow the experts there to evaluate your log and advise you of any
> necessary steps to clean your system.
> (Note: You will have to Register before posting on these Forums. Please
> follow all posting instructions carefully to avoid having your log deleted
> or ignored.
>
> CAUTION!!!!! Before you try to remove spyware using any of the programs
> below, download a copy of LSPFIX from any of the following sites:
> http://www.cexx.org/lspfix.htm
> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
> (if your OS is Win2k or XP) The process of removing certain malware may
kill
> your internet connection. If this should occur, this program, LSPFIX, will
> enable you to regain your connection.
>
> You should also get a copy of WINSOCKXPFIX available at:
> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
> and
> WinsockXP Fix- WinXP
> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
> with instructions, at
> http://www.iup.edu/house/resnet/winfix.shtm
> also... From LavaSoft- all versions of Windows-
> http://digital-solutions.co.uk/lavasoft/whndnfix.zip
> (NOTE: It is reported that in XP SP2, the command netsh winsock reset
> will fix this problem without the need for these programs.)
> or Winsock Fix Utility
> http://www.dfwonline.net/files/WinsockFix.zip
>
> NOTE: If you can not download these programs from the Internet, if your PC
> has CD read capabilities, go to another computer with CD-ROM burning
> capabilities. Create a folder on the hard drive of the other computer
called
> HOLD, download the programs to that folder, then burn that folder to a CD.
> Copy the HOLD folder to your HD and then install the programs from there
> and run them. After you have IE access again, update all programs where
> possible to get the latest definitions and run them again in Safe Mode to
be
> sure there are no lingering items on the system.
>
> Hope this helps
>
> Jan
> Smiles are meant to be shared,
> that's why they're so contagious.
>
> Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other readers.
> How to make a good newsgroup post:
> http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>
>
> >
> > "Jan Il" wrote:
> >
> >> Hi M. Tee :-)
> >>
> >> Try the following and see if it helps:
> >>
> >> Open IE>Tools>Internet Options>Connections
> >> Check the "Dial whenever a connection is not present"
> >> Apply > OK out.
> >>
> >> Note: If you are leaving IE connection running for a long time, some
> >> Internet Service Providers (ISP's) will drop connections automatically
if
> >> there is no activity on the account.
> >>
> >> also..
> >>
> >> Start>Settings> Control Panel>Network and Dial-up Connections>Local
Area
> >> Connection>Properties>Configure>Power Management tab>uncheck "Allow the
> >> computer to turn off this device to save power."
> >>
> >> and....
> >>
> >> My dialup settings keep changing from 'never dial' to 'always dial' or
> >> 'always dial' to 'never dial
> >> http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/answers...nection_change
> >>
> >>
> >> Hope this helps
> >>
> >> Jan
> >> Smiles are meant to be shared,
> >> that's why they're so contagious.
> >>
> >> Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other
> >> readers.
> >> How to make a good newsgroup post:
> >> http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
> >>
> >>
> >> > The "Dial-up Connection" box pops up automatically. This happens at
> >> > startup
> >> > and when I return from being on standby. How do I get this to stop?
> >> >
> >> > TIA
> >> >
> >> >
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> > Hi Jan,
> >
> > I tried your suggestions and none of them worked. I have a feeling that
> > this pop up is started by something in the startup program. It is the
> > last
> > thing that comes onto the screen when I boot up my computer and is on
the
> > screen when I return from standby. If I click on the connect button of
> > this
> > pop up a trojan horse virus is placed on my system. If I cancel the pop
> > up I
> > can use my Explorer as usual.
> >
> >
>
>

"Scott" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
news:(E-Mail Removed)...
> DO NOT INSTALL ABOUT BUSTER!!! IT WILL ATEMPT TO HIJACK YOUR BROWSER WITH
> GOOGLE!!!

First, please don't shout. I'm not deaf. (Using all CAPS is considered
shouting, and rude)

Second...where did you get this information. Please post the source of this
information so that we might all review it. Or is it a personal experience?
I have not heard of this removal tool doing such a thing before from any of
the experts, here or elsewhere, that I have seen or heard recommend it for
removing the CoolWeb hijacker variants.

Thank you.

Jan

>

>
>
> "Jan Il" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
> news:(E-Mail Removed)...
>> HI M. Tee :-)
>>
>> Then you have malware on your system and need to remove it. Work through
>> the steps in the following information. Even if you have already run some
>> programs, run them again according to the instructions in the information
>> below to thoroughly clean you system. Some variants of malware can
>> replicate itself and return repeatedly if not cleaned properly. It is
> best
>> to read through all the information before you start to know before hand
>> what you need to do and how. Follow all instructions to letter as much
>> as
>> possible.
>>
>> WARNING>>>> Backup all documents and files before removing any spyware!!
>>
>> Dealing with Unwanted Spyware and Parasites:
>> http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
>> What You Should Know About Spyware
>> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...ssoftware.mspx
>> What you can do about spyware and other unwanted software
>> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...ywarewhat.mspx
>> Most importantly, be sure to run CWShredder here
>> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download3019.html
>> Also this program searches for hidden .dlls that recreate the malware.
>> About Buster:
>> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4289.html
>> Then visit these two sites to test for parasites and help basic cleaning:
>> On-Line Check
>> http://aumha.org/a/noads.htm
>> and
>> Quick-Fix Protocol.
>> http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.php
>> Basically, throw everything here at your "infection".
>>
>> Also very important, be sure to use the HijackThis. Please DO NOT post
> your
>> log to this
>> newsgroup, but to the HiJackThis Support Forums below:
>> http://www.hijackthis.de/forum/forum...stlanguageid=4
>> the Aumha HiJackThis Forum
>> http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=30
>> or Bleeping Computer Forum
>> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/forum22.html
>> to allow the experts there to evaluate your log and advise you of any
>> necessary steps to clean your system.
>> (Note: You will have to Register before posting on these Forums. Please
>> follow all posting instructions carefully to avoid having your log
>> deleted
>> or ignored.
>>
>> CAUTION!!!!! Before you try to remove spyware using any of the programs
>> below, download a copy of LSPFIX from any of the following sites:
>> http://www.cexx.org/lspfix.htm
>> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
>> (if your OS is Win2k or XP) The process of removing certain malware may
> kill
>> your internet connection. If this should occur, this program, LSPFIX,
>> will
>> enable you to regain your connection.
>>
>> You should also get a copy of WINSOCKXPFIX available at:
>> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
>> and
>> WinsockXP Fix- WinXP
>> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
>> with instructions, at
>> http://www.iup.edu/house/resnet/winfix.shtm
>> also... From LavaSoft- all versions of Windows-
>> http://digital-solutions.co.uk/lavasoft/whndnfix.zip
>> (NOTE: It is reported that in XP SP2, the command netsh winsock reset
>> will fix this problem without the need for these programs.)
>> or Winsock Fix Utility
>> http://www.dfwonline.net/files/WinsockFix.zip
>>
>> NOTE: If you can not download these programs from the Internet, if your
>> PC
>> has CD read capabilities, go to another computer with CD-ROM burning
>> capabilities. Create a folder on the hard drive of the other computer
> called
>> HOLD, download the programs to that folder, then burn that folder to a
>> CD.
>> Copy the HOLD folder to your HD and then install the programs from there
>> and run them. After you have IE access again, update all programs where
>> possible to get the latest definitions and run them again in Safe Mode to
> be
>> sure there are no lingering items on the system.
>>
>> Hope this helps
>>
>> Jan
>> Smiles are meant to be shared,
>> that's why they're so contagious.
>>
>> Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other
>> readers.
>> How to make a good newsgroup post:
>> http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>>
>>
>> >
>> > "Jan Il" wrote:
>> >
>> >> Hi M. Tee :-)
>> >>
>> >> Try the following and see if it helps:
>> >>
>> >> Open IE>Tools>Internet Options>Connections
>> >> Check the "Dial whenever a connection is not present"
>> >> Apply > OK out.
>> >>
>> >> Note: If you are leaving IE connection running for a long time, some
>> >> Internet Service Providers (ISP's) will drop connections automatically
> if
>> >> there is no activity on the account.
>> >>
>> >> also..
>> >>
>> >> Start>Settings> Control Panel>Network and Dial-up Connections>Local
> Area
>> >> Connection>Properties>Configure>Power Management tab>uncheck "Allow
>> >> the
>> >> computer to turn off this device to save power."
>> >>
>> >> and....
>> >>
>> >> My dialup settings keep changing from 'never dial' to 'always dial' or
>> >> 'always dial' to 'never dial
>> >> http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/answers...nection_change
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> Hope this helps
>> >>
>> >> Jan
>> >> Smiles are meant to be shared,
>> >> that's why they're so contagious.
>> >>
>> >> Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other
>> >> readers.
>> >> How to make a good newsgroup post:
>> >> http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> > The "Dial-up Connection" box pops up automatically. This happens at
>> >> > startup
>> >> > and when I return from being on standby. How do I get this to stop?
>> >> >
>> >> > TIA
>> >> >
>> >> >
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>> >
>> > Hi Jan,
>> >
>> > I tried your suggestions and none of them worked. I have a feeling
>> > that
>> > this pop up is started by something in the startup program. It is the
>> > last
>> > thing that comes onto the screen when I boot up my computer and is on
> the
>> > screen when I return from standby. If I click on the connect button of
>> > this
>> > pop up a trojan horse virus is placed on my system. If I cancel the
>> > pop
>> > up I
>> > can use my Explorer as usual.
>> >
>> >
>>
>>
>
>

"Jan Il" wrote:

> HI M. Tee :-)
>
> Then you have malware on your system and need to remove it. Work through
> the steps in the following information. Even if you have already run some
> programs, run them again according to the instructions in the information
> below to thoroughly clean you system. Some variants of malware can
> replicate itself and return repeatedly if not cleaned properly. It is best
> to read through all the information before you start to know before hand
> what you need to do and how. Follow all instructions to letter as much as
> possible.
>
> WARNING>>>> Backup all documents and files before removing any spyware!!
>
> Dealing with Unwanted Spyware and Parasites:
> http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
> What You Should Know About Spyware
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...ssoftware.mspx
> What you can do about spyware and other unwanted software
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...ywarewhat.mspx
> Most importantly, be sure to run CWShredder here
> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download3019.html
> Also this program searches for hidden .dlls that recreate the malware.
> About Buster:
> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4289.html
> Then visit these two sites to test for parasites and help basic cleaning:
> On-Line Check
> http://aumha.org/a/noads.htm
> and
> Quick-Fix Protocol.
> http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.php
> Basically, throw everything here at your "infection".
>
> Also very important, be sure to use the HijackThis. Please DO NOT post your
> log to this
> newsgroup, but to the HiJackThis Support Forums below:
> http://www.hijackthis.de/forum/forum...stlanguageid=4
> the Aumha HiJackThis Forum
> http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=30
> or Bleeping Computer Forum
> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/forum22.html
> to allow the experts there to evaluate your log and advise you of any
> necessary steps to clean your system.
> (Note: You will have to Register before posting on these Forums. Please
> follow all posting instructions carefully to avoid having your log deleted
> or ignored.
>
> CAUTION!!!!! Before you try to remove spyware using any of the programs
> below, download a copy of LSPFIX from any of the following sites:
> http://www.cexx.org/lspfix.htm
> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
> (if your OS is Win2k or XP) The process of removing certain malware may kill
> your internet connection. If this should occur, this program, LSPFIX, will
> enable you to regain your connection.
>
> You should also get a copy of WINSOCKXPFIX available at:
> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
> and
> WinsockXP Fix- WinXP
> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
> with instructions, at
> http://www.iup.edu/house/resnet/winfix.shtm
> also... From LavaSoft- all versions of Windows-
> http://digital-solutions.co.uk/lavasoft/whndnfix.zip
> (NOTE: It is reported that in XP SP2, the command netsh winsock reset
> will fix this problem without the need for these programs.)
> or Winsock Fix Utility
> http://www.dfwonline.net/files/WinsockFix.zip
>
> NOTE: If you can not download these programs from the Internet, if your PC
> has CD read capabilities, go to another computer with CD-ROM burning
> capabilities. Create a folder on the hard drive of the other computer called
> HOLD, download the programs to that folder, then burn that folder to a CD.
> Copy the HOLD folder to your HD and then install the programs from there
> and run them. After you have IE access again, update all programs where
> possible to get the latest definitions and run them again in Safe Mode to be
> sure there are no lingering items on the system.
>
> Hope this helps
>
> Jan
> Smiles are meant to be shared,
> that's why they're so contagious.
>
> Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other readers.
> How to make a good newsgroup post:
> http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>
>
> >
> > "Jan Il" wrote:
> >
> >> Hi M. Tee :-)
> >>
> >> Try the following and see if it helps:
> >>
> >> Open IE>Tools>Internet Options>Connections
> >> Check the "Dial whenever a connection is not present"
> >> Apply > OK out.
> >>
> >> Note: If you are leaving IE connection running for a long time, some
> >> Internet Service Providers (ISP's) will drop connections automatically if
> >> there is no activity on the account.
> >>
> >> also..
> >>
> >> Start>Settings> Control Panel>Network and Dial-up Connections>Local Area
> >> Connection>Properties>Configure>Power Management tab>uncheck "Allow the
> >> computer to turn off this device to save power."
> >>
> >> and....
> >>
> >> My dialup settings keep changing from 'never dial' to 'always dial' or
> >> 'always dial' to 'never dial
> >> http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/answers...nection_change
> >>
> >>
> >> Hope this helps
> >>
> >> Jan
> >> Smiles are meant to be shared,
> >> that's why they're so contagious.
> >>
> >> Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other
> >> readers.
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> >> > The "Dial-up Connection" box pops up automatically. This happens at
> >> > startup
> >> > and when I return from being on standby. How do I get this to stop?
> >> >
> >> > TIA
> >> >
> >> >
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> > Hi Jan,
> >
> > I tried your suggestions and none of them worked. I have a feeling that
> > this pop up is started by something in the startup program. It is the
> > last
> > thing that comes onto the screen when I boot up my computer and is on the
> > screen when I return from standby. If I click on the connect button of
> > this
> > pop up a trojan horse virus is placed on my system. If I cancel the pop
> > up I
> > can use my Explorer as usual.
> >
> >
>
>
>

Hi Jan,

Thanks for all the information. At the MajorGeeks.com site I downloaded a
registry cleaner program and it seems to have done the job.

M. Tee