Annoying program removal?

[Don P]

Does anyone know how to remove programs that have somehow
attached themselves to my computer. Of specific interest
are the programs called "Bargain Buddy" and "Lycos
Sidesearch." I don't know how these programs managed to
attach themselves but when I try to delete them in
Windows, I get a message that says they are protected
files. Why did windows assign protection to these files
when I neither wanted them installed and now want to
install them. Shouldn't there be a routine that permits
you to uninstall or screen these programs from attaching
themselves to your computer? The way I've found these
programs is through Norton. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[David Candy]

Protected Files? You sure that is what it said. If not - rename, reboot, delete.

 

[Erik]

Download an ad removal program, such as "Ad-aware
or "Spybot". I used both and got rid of all that you
mentioned. Both are free and can be found at
http://www.download.com

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Protected Files? You sure that is what it said. If not - rename, reboot, delete.

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