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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: bogey]
#378347
03/23/07 12:36 AM
03/23/07 12:36 AM
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bogey
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Ah ha! http://www.jayloden.com/aimfix.htm Download that, its called AimFix. It should get rid of it. You could also try doing a system restore to before you clicked the link.
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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: bogey]
#378355
03/23/07 01:25 AM
03/23/07 01:25 AM
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Posts: 31,286 New Jersey, USA
J Geoff
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If you stop clicking on links from people you don't know, that'd solve some of the problem...
I studied Italian for 2 semesters. Not once was a "C" pronounced as a "G", and never was a trailing "I" ignored! And I'm from Jersey! lol Whaddaya want me to do? Whack a guy? Off a guy? Whack off a guy? --Peter Griffin My DVDs | Facebook | Godfather Filming Locations
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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: bogey]
#378359
03/23/07 02:49 AM
03/23/07 02:49 AM
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J Geoff
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I said "some" of the problem... people you know are the *rest* of the problem... And of course, Vershitty is probably most of the problem to begin with.
I studied Italian for 2 semesters. Not once was a "C" pronounced as a "G", and never was a trailing "I" ignored! And I'm from Jersey! lol Whaddaya want me to do? Whack a guy? Off a guy? Whack off a guy? --Peter Griffin My DVDs | Facebook | Godfather Filming Locations
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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: bogey]
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03/23/07 05:10 PM
03/23/07 05:10 PM
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Posts: 12,543 Gateshead, UK
Capo de La Cosa Nostra
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Buying anti-virus software helps, too. It's a lot better, more efficient and reliable and keeps on top of itself a lot more than the free stuff. Norton or McAfee would be a lovely purchase. As for free, online scans, I've always found Trend Micro Housecall pretty spot on. Good luck. Viruses make me want to cry, and I'm not kidding.
...dot com bold typeface rhetoric. You go clickety click and get your head split. 'The hell you look like on a message board Discussing whether or not the Brother is hardcore?
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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: Capo de La Cosa Nostra]
#378475
03/23/07 05:43 PM
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Posts: 839 Elmwood Park, Illinois
YoTonyB
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Update, update, update. It does no good to buy or download those programs unless you also continuously update the database of potential threats and fixes. AdAware, Spybot Search and Destroy, Norton, and the remaining mainstream anti-virus/anti-spyware programs are continually adding fixes as quick as a new threat is identified. And those programs all have what amounts to a "one-click" update function as long as you have an internet connection. Download and install updates!
Also, check for Windows and Mac security updates using your respective operating system update tool.
tony b.
"Kid, these are my f**kin' work clothes." "You look good in them golf shoes. You should buy 'em"
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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: Double-J]
#378655
03/24/07 11:55 AM
03/24/07 11:55 AM
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J Geoff
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I've been getting a bunch of emails lately, telling me I've "received an e-greeting/virtual postcard from a friend or family member".
The emails *look* valid, until you hover over the link in it -- NEVER CLICK ON A LINK THAT ENDS IN .EXE IN AN EMAIL !! That is a program file that is surely not there for your benefit.
ALWAYS hover over email links and verify where they are going before clicking on them.
If you're infected, try a google search for instructions and software to help...
I studied Italian for 2 semesters. Not once was a "C" pronounced as a "G", and never was a trailing "I" ignored! And I'm from Jersey! lol Whaddaya want me to do? Whack a guy? Off a guy? Whack off a guy? --Peter Griffin My DVDs | Facebook | Godfather Filming Locations
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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: J Geoff]
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03/24/07 12:00 PM
03/24/07 12:00 PM
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Posts: 25,984 California
The Italian Stallionette
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As of the last week, I've been getting a lot of e-mails from different countries (mostly the UK for some reason) saying how some wealthy person wants to give me money. What's up with that??? I've heard of these scams, but don't know why now I am receiving 3-4 a week. Not to slam myself, but why would a complete stranger want to share the wealth we me?? Anyway, I simply delete them. Anyone else getting these e-mails? TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
"War is over, if you want it" - John Lennon
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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: svsg]
#378658
03/24/07 12:10 PM
03/24/07 12:10 PM
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I use McAfee for all my "anti-virus" needs, and SpyWare Doctor for Spyware and Adware. I've heard Norton is better than McAfee...but McAfee is free with Comcast High-Speed...so it's a-ok with me. SpyWare Doctor works great for detecting and removing spyware and adware. I usually conduct a scan with both programs at least once a week. But I have noticed that my comp has slowed down quite a bit. But only during the starting. I am not sure of the reason. Maybe too many programs in the startup. I have to run some kind of diagnostic to see what's occupying the memory. My computer starts up rather slow, too. I'm also assuming I just have too many programs set to "Launch at Start-Up." Usually...it takes anywhere from 10 to 15 minutes to be able to do anything after booting up my computer. As of the last week, I've been getting a lot of e-mails from different countries (mostly the UK for some reason) saying how some wealthy person wants to give me money. What's up with that??? I've heard of these scams, but don't know why now I am receiving 3-4 a week. Not to slam myself, but why would a complete stranger want to share the wealth we me?? Anyway, I simply delete them. Anyone else getting these e-mails? TIS TIS...I've been getting 2 or 3 of those e-mail PER DAY for the past few months. Judging by all these rich dead people that want to use me to transfer funds...I oughta be the richest man in the world, right? I just delete them too, but you wouldn't BELIEVE how many people actually fall for it and send their personal information to these crooks.
"Growing up my dad was like 'You have a great last name, Galifianakis. Galifianakis...begins with a gal...and ends with a kiss...' I'm like that's great dad, can we get it changed to 'Galifianafuck' please?" -- Zach Galifianakis
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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: The Italian Stallionette]
#378662
03/24/07 12:19 PM
03/24/07 12:19 PM
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Capo de La Cosa Nostra
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As of the last week, I've been getting a lot of e-mails from different countries (mostly the UK for some reason) saying how some wealthy person wants to give me money. That's me! I won the lottery last week, and have been offering all of my money to the members of this board! My Hotmail account has been receiving spam from SQL Server Magazine for ages now. Just junk I delete straight away.
...dot com bold typeface rhetoric. You go clickety click and get your head split. 'The hell you look like on a message board Discussing whether or not the Brother is hardcore?
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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: Capo de La Cosa Nostra]
#378663
03/24/07 12:25 PM
03/24/07 12:25 PM
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Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 25,984 California
The Italian Stallionette
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Well, if it's you that's giving away money Capo, feel free to share the wealth. You know what's even funnier, I've gotten several e-mails by the address from a female, with the subject: "Wanna see some naked pictures of me?" WTF?????? One time I wanted to get to the Kelly Girl site (a temporary job service that I worked for in my young days). I think I simply put in "Kelly Girl" and I was connected to some porn type site which had a page of pictures of topless busty women. Now, I know that wasn't the Kelly Girls I worked for. Perhaps connections/mistakes like these automatically collects your e-mail and sends you this junk. TIS EDIT: Now all you guys will be signing in to Kelly Girl I just know it.
Last edited by The Italian Stallionette; 03/24/07 12:26 PM.
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
"War is over, if you want it" - John Lennon
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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: Don Vercetti]
#378759
03/24/07 09:05 PM
03/24/07 09:05 PM
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The Italian Stallionette
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Ok, I received another of these "get rich" schemes just now. This time from China. I don't know why I am getting all these all of a sudden. Here it is: Good Day
My name is Mr. Chan Lee, I am a staff of Bank of China, Our late client named Mr. Hamadi Hashem made a fixed deposit amount of $17.3m he did not declare any next of kin in any of his paper work, I want you as a foreigner to stand as the beneficiary to transfer this funds out of my bank into your account, after the successful transfer, we shall share in the ratio of 30% for you, 70%for me.All I need from you is your readiness, trustworthiness and dedication. Please email me directly on my private email address:(chan_leeinfobankm@yahoo.com.hk) so we can begin arrangements and I would give you more information on how we would handle this venture.
Regards, Chan.Oh yea, just send them my bank account number and all my personal information????? Unbelieveable. I guess I'm the chosen one hu? TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
"War is over, if you want it" - John Lennon
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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: The Italian Stallionette]
#378761
03/24/07 09:18 PM
03/24/07 09:18 PM
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Posts: 15,024 Texas
olivant
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Ok, I received another of these "get rich" schemes just now. This time from China. I don't know why I am getting all these all of a sudden. Here it is: Good Day
My name is Mr. Chan Lee, I am a staff of Bank of China, Our late client named Mr. Hamadi Hashem made a fixed deposit amount of $17.3m he did not declare any next of kin in any of his paper work, I want you as a foreigner to stand as the beneficiary to transfer this funds out of my bank into your account, after the successful transfer, we shall share in the ratio of 30% for you, 70%for me.All I need from you is your readiness, trustworthiness and dedication. Please email me directly on my private email address:(chan_leeinfobankm@yahoo.com.hk) so we can begin arrangements and I would give you more information on how we would handle this venture.
Regards, Chan.Oh yea, just send them my bank account number and all my personal information????? Unbelieveable. I guess I'm the chosen one hu? TIS I have absolutely no pity for anyone who is stupid enough to provide personal information to a stranger. How can any adult fall for this crap? Why in the world would anyone think that out of 300 million Americans, someone just happened to pick them to receive money or anything else of value.
"Generosity. That was my first mistake." "Experience must be our only guide; reason may mislead us." "Instagram is Twitter for people who can't read."
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Re: Virus/Spyware
[Re: svsg]
#378763
03/24/07 09:22 PM
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Posts: 25,984 California
The Italian Stallionette
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Sorry TIS, you are too late. I already gave my bank account number and all other details to Mr Lee and received $5 million. I guess I can retire now peacefully. You mean I have to cancel my offer on that Beverly Hills mansion???? I guess I can forget about my Porsche, yacht, and cruise around the world too. Man, I was just waiting for that money to appear in my bank account. You could share the wealth a little you know. On a sad note, like mentioned above, there probably are people somewhere who actually fall for something like this. TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
"War is over, if you want it" - John Lennon
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