How do I prevent helper object silent installation

[John Clark]

Some helper objects silently install themselves when i'm browsing. The most
recent occurrence was the installation of shopnav on my browser.

This evil scumware hijacks all my searches.

How can I prevent BHO silent installation?

John

 

[H Leboeuf]

Install a firewall. ZoneAlarm is free. I used the free version and now have
the paid one.
Nothing will come it unless you let ok it.

 

[siljaline]

Some helper objects silently install themselves when i'm browsing. The most
recent occurrence was the installation of shopnav on my browser.

This evil scumware hijacks all my searches.

How can I prevent BHO silent installation?

John

http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm

HTH

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