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Hi Gordo,
Online Spyware scan:
Do you have parasites?:
http://aumha.org/a/noads.php
Download all of these utilities and scan the system.
* Spybot Search & Destroy:
http://www.safer- networking.org/
* Ad-Aware -
www.lavasoftusa.com
* CoolWebSearch Shredder : [Link courtesy of Siljaline]
http://www.wilderssecurity.com/attachments/cwshredder1521. zip
or
www.majorgeeks.com keyword [CWShredder]
Notes:- To prevent spyware from being installed:
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Dealing with Unwanted Spyware, Parasites, Toolbars and Search Engines:
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
Prevent malware from being installed
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Malware_Defence.htm
How to guard against CoolWebSearch spyware:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Defend_CWS.htm
Block AD/Spyware sites using HOSTS file [very effective method]
HOSTS file guide:
http://www.mvps.org/winhelp2002/hosts.htm
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Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm
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