Mouse problem

[Guest]

My mouse is acting really strange. It has a mind of its own. When I move
the mouse sometimes it gets stuck in the corner or along the sides. And I
have to giggle it to get it working again. I have the kind of mouse that
doesn't have a ball on the bottom of it. It is really driving me crazy now.
I thought I could deal with it but I can't. It happens every now and then.
The only thing we changed was we moved the computer to a different place in
the office. I tried different USB ports and everthing. Also, shutting it
down. I tried a different mouse and it is doing the same thing. This one
that I am using is a brand new one so I don't believe it is the mouse. Can
anybody help me? I don't know what else to do. I tried windows help. I
can't download windows update right now because it is down I guess. I am
scanning my computer right now for viruses. Please help. Thanks so much in
advance.

 

[Mike Hall - MS MVP Windows Shell/User]

Spyware/Adware/Scumware has become a major player in compromising
computers.. they introduce viruses, trojans and worms.. they attempt to send
out information about you, and they also slow your computer down.. In some
cases, it may show up as a problem with the mouse even..



The worst of it is that you probably downloaded the spyware, albeit
inadvertently..



Some basic steps to removing Spyware/Adware..



First step is to run a one shot virus remover.. I have found that Trend
Housecall works for people.. download and run it..



http://housecall.trendmicro.com/



... select the 'online scan' and follow the directions given.



This takes a while to complete but is a necessary first step.



You will also need to download Spyware removal software.. Spybot and Adaware
are available at these websites.. both are free.. download and run them..
don't forget to check for updates after you have started them..



Adaware SE - http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaware/



... and how to use it..
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/tutorial48.html



SpyBot S&D - http://www.safer-networking.org/



... and how to use it..
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/tutorial43.html



Spybot has the ability to immunize a system, but there is better for this
function, so download and run Spyware Blaster too.. again, check for
updates..



SpywareBlaster - http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html



... and how to use it..
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/tutorial49.html



NOTE.. FOR Windows XP users ONLY.. Ewido Suite - http://www.ewido.net/en/ ..



A trial version is available, and they also allow for an online scan



CWShredder will eliminate CoolWebSearch and variants.. there is a free
download here..



CWShredder.. http://www.intermute.com/spysubtract/cwshredder_download.html



To use CWShredder, simply start the program, use 'check for update' to make
sure you have the latest version, then hit 'fix.' It will check your system
against a list of current CWS variants, and fix any infections it finds.



You must also run a firewall and anti-virus program.. here are some links
for you..



Zonealarm Firewall (free)..http://www.zonealarm.com .. recommended



AVG Anti-virus (free).. http://free.grisoft.com/freeweb.php/doc/2/ ..
recommended



The weekly 'housekeeping' will not take long.. run Adaware, Spybot, and
SpywareBlaster weekly, ensuring that you update them prior to starting a
scan.

 

[Joe Wright]

My mouse is acting really strange. It has a mind of its own. When I move
the mouse sometimes it gets stuck in the corner or along the sides. And I
have to giggle it to get it working again. I have the kind of mouse that
doesn't have a ball on the bottom of it. It is really driving me crazy now.
I thought I could deal with it but I can't. It happens every now and then.
The only thing we changed was we moved the computer to a different place in
the office. I tried different USB ports and everthing. Also, shutting it
down. I tried a different mouse and it is doing the same thing. This one
that I am using is a brand new one so I don't believe it is the mouse. Can
anybody help me? I don't know what else to do. I tried windows help. I
can't download windows update right now because it is down I guess. I am
scanning my computer right now for viruses. Please help. Thanks so much in
advance.

That shiny desktop you moved to just won't get it! Set the mouse on a
mousepad or other surface with a dull, coarse material so it can "see"
the porosity and recognize movement.

 

[Guest]

Thank you very much. I will try all of these things.