Re: virus?



and trying to install another AV app, whilst another is installed can lead
to all sorts of further problems

"MAP" <mikepawlak2REM@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:ubVD9zdGGHA.1424@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> jennifer wrote:
> > I'm not sure what kind of virus it is. When I turn on my lab top
> > McAfee says, "McAfee ActiveSheild has detected a virus your computer.
> > We recommend that you use the scan feature to scan all drives of your
> > computer for viruses". When I scan it McAfee does not detect
> > it.
> >
> > "jennifer" wrote:
> >
> >> how do you get rid of a virus?
>
> Hi Jennifer :-)
> I'm not trying to be a smart a_ _ but you need a real Anti-virus program.
> (McCrappy's corparate versions I understand is very good, but what you buy
> for $19 or $29 at the local store is garbage).
> http://www.eset.com/home/home.htm
>
> Download the trial version (fully functional for 30 days) disconnect from
> the internet and disable McCrappy from starting with windows, then install
> NOD32, reconnect to the internet and update NOD and scan your system with
> it. You have 30 days to see which one you like better (but I already know
> what your answer will be).
>
> Option #2
> Use an online scanner to double check McCrappy
> A link for free online virus and trojan scanners.
> http://virusall.com/downscan.html
>
> --
> Mike Pawlak
>
>


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