browser settings have been modified behind the scenes

[James]

Eric, I have the same problem, except my IE points to site
Z. My browser settings have been modified behind the
scenes, whenever I go to a web site that does
not exist (i.e. mistypes whatever).

I have reinstalled Win 98 2nd edition, IE 6 sp1, multiple
Anti virus packages.

The Netscape browser works fine.

I have cleared cookies and history in the browser; I have
performed anti virus scan, an Ad-Aware search, which
revealed no hidden spy programs.

Reset internet options to default.

Where is the setting that is causing my browser to be
redirected??!!!

Thanks,
James

 

[H Leboeuf]

There's a good possibility that this is being caused by a third-party
program (adware, spyware, parasite).
Dealing with Unwanted Spyware, Parasites, Toolbars and Search Engines
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm