What the hell is this?
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This appears every time I start my computer.
What is it? (searched google, it says its a trojan, but no idea how to stop it)
How do I get rid of it? I have no trojan's on my computer as just got rid of 2 but would like to know how to stop this coming up on my screen every time I boot up the computer.
Mods, please leave here so it gets some coverage before moving it.
What is it? (searched google, it says its a trojan, but no idea how to stop it)
How do I get rid of it? I have no trojan's on my computer as just got rid of 2 but would like to know how to stop this coming up on my screen every time I boot up the computer.
Mods, please leave here so it gets some coverage before moving it.
It's a trojan.
ETA: http://www.superantispyware.com/malwarefiles/NYNW....
ETA: http://www.superantispyware.com/malwarefiles/NYNW....
Edited by V8mate on Sunday 14th March 18:59
you could try this
http://onecare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm
Microsoft free scan and cleanup. Takes ages sthough
http://onecare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm
Microsoft free scan and cleanup. Takes ages sthough
WorAl said:
Thank you chaps.
Actually need a new computer, can anyone recommend one around £700.
What are Macs like? Only used the old type ones years ago, not used a recent one, but, couldn't stand the old ones. Take it the new ones are a vast improvement?
Get a proper computer - there's no good reason to buy a Mac.Actually need a new computer, can anyone recommend one around £700.
What are Macs like? Only used the old type ones years ago, not used a recent one, but, couldn't stand the old ones. Take it the new ones are a vast improvement?
Unless you're a serious gamer, I'd go for a desktop replacement notebook - with external drives for additional storage/back-up.
Depends what you're after really. I've got a few windows PC's and a couple of windows laptops, a 27" imac and a macbook pro.
for the vast majority of day to day stuff, I much prefer to use the macs. They do take a bit of getting used to, and not everyone likes them, but personally I wouldn't be without.
for the vast majority of day to day stuff, I much prefer to use the macs. They do take a bit of getting used to, and not everyone likes them, but personally I wouldn't be without.
WorAl said:
Just after a nice computer, that works well and keeps its speed, can work with AutoCAD, do the internet, emails, microsoft programmes and will play the odd tinterweb game, so doesn't have to have gaming power.
Unless you run a windows install alongside OSX, you won't be able to run AutoCAD. The rest of the stuff you mention the mac is the far better place to be imo. Running a windows install alongside OSX isn't a big deal, but it's a wee bit more expensive (if you haven't already got a windows disk with a valid licence) and a bit of a faff on. Not too hard though. If AutoCAD is essential, I'd probably just go for a normal PC/big notebook. Have a look at dell, for 500 quid odd you get some pretty serious kit in desktop format, and it leaves the rest of your budget free to buy a nice big monitor (HP 25 inch comes highly recommended from me, or go for dual monitors which is better still!) and a decent keyboard and mouse (dell ones are gash).
Edited by Stu R on Monday 15th March 09:47
Stu R said:
WorAl said:
Just after a nice computer, that works well and keeps its speed, can work with AutoCAD, do the internet, emails, microsoft programmes and will play the odd tinterweb game, so doesn't have to have gaming power.
Unless you run a windows install alongside OSX, you won't be able to run AutoCAD. The rest of the stuff you mention the mac is the far better place to be imo. Running a windows install alongside OSX isn't a big deal, but it's a wee bit more expensive (if you haven't already got a windows disk with a valid licence) and a bit of a faff on. Not too hard though. If AutoCAD is essential, I'd probably just go for a normal PC/big notebook. Have a look at dell, for 500 quid odd you get some pretty serious kit in desktop format, and it leaves the rest of your budget free to buy a nice big monitor (HP 25 inch comes highly recommended from me, or go for dual monitors which is better still!) and a decent keyboard and mouse (dell ones are gash).
Edited by Stu R on Monday 15th March 09:47
What effect does running windows along side OSX have? does it slow the computer? crash it etc? What sort of costs are we looking at here?
Where would you recommend buying a computer from? PC World any good? Just hate going into shops as I always feel like they are just trying to sell anything to you rather than what is best for you.
There's no real downsides to running a windows install on a mac other than it taking up a few more gig of HDD space (not really a big deal given how big HDDs are and how cheap external storage is getting), and it costing more. As said if you don't have a disk/licence already you'll need to buy windows again (I think windows 7 home premium is about 70 quid), and a program called parallels (about 60 quid iirc) to let you run it. There are alternatives to parallels but I've no idea what they're like / cost etc. So you're talking 130 quid or thereabouts to get windows installed on a mac.
This won't stop you getting viruses, as far as I'm aware (could be wrong like!) your windows install will still be just as susceptible to them as any other PC, Snowleopard (the mac operating system) won't be anywhere near as vulnerable though. So put simply, if AutoCAD is essential as you say, a mac probably isn't the best option for you as it's probably going to run you twice the price for no real gain as you'll still be sat using windows for the large part.
So yeah, I'd be looking at windows pc's. As for where to buy, www.dell.co.uk does me fine. Their machines are pretty damn good and nice and cheap. Save a bit more cash by using something like quidco or topcashback cash back sites, and www.myvouchercodes.co.uk might have something else for you. A quick scan on Dell's site shows the Inspiron 580 for £520 odd quid, and it's a cracking spec for the money, loads of memory (6GB), a 1TB HDD, decent graphics and sound, not a lot more you'll need really. That price is without a monitor though, so you'll be needing one of those too. loads of options there but I'd recommend either a dell 24" or an HP 23 or 25 inch. I prefer the HP's for colour quality but the Dells are great. Could be wrong (can't be bothered to check now) but I think the Inspiron 580 will let you run dual monitors too, which is great
So call it another 150-200 quid for a really good, big monitor. Then another 40 quid for a decent microsoft keyboard (as said dell ones supplied are rubbish).
That little lot will take you to somewhere around 700-750 quid and you'll be set.
Or of course if you'd prefer a notebook/laptop instead there's a hell of a lot of options there, but if it's for work stuff, especially autocad I'd stick with a PC! I hate using autocad on my lappy
Once whatever you decide on turns up make sure windows is up to date, remove the mcaffee antivirus toss it comes pre-loaded with. Install firefox browser and whatever addons you use (adblockplus gets a big thumbs up from me). then go and get yourself Malwarebytes anti-malware, spybot search and destroy, install them, and keep them up to date. Set spybot up, make sure you click immunize and run the check for problems every few days.
That's all I use and I've not had a virus in years, nothing, not so much as a hint. If you make sure you don't just click stuff for the sake of it and browse smartly, you'll be fine. Oh, and don't forget to backup once in a while!
Hope this helps matey
This won't stop you getting viruses, as far as I'm aware (could be wrong like!) your windows install will still be just as susceptible to them as any other PC, Snowleopard (the mac operating system) won't be anywhere near as vulnerable though. So put simply, if AutoCAD is essential as you say, a mac probably isn't the best option for you as it's probably going to run you twice the price for no real gain as you'll still be sat using windows for the large part.
So yeah, I'd be looking at windows pc's. As for where to buy, www.dell.co.uk does me fine. Their machines are pretty damn good and nice and cheap. Save a bit more cash by using something like quidco or topcashback cash back sites, and www.myvouchercodes.co.uk might have something else for you. A quick scan on Dell's site shows the Inspiron 580 for £520 odd quid, and it's a cracking spec for the money, loads of memory (6GB), a 1TB HDD, decent graphics and sound, not a lot more you'll need really. That price is without a monitor though, so you'll be needing one of those too. loads of options there but I'd recommend either a dell 24" or an HP 23 or 25 inch. I prefer the HP's for colour quality but the Dells are great. Could be wrong (can't be bothered to check now) but I think the Inspiron 580 will let you run dual monitors too, which is great
So call it another 150-200 quid for a really good, big monitor. Then another 40 quid for a decent microsoft keyboard (as said dell ones supplied are rubbish). That little lot will take you to somewhere around 700-750 quid and you'll be set.
Or of course if you'd prefer a notebook/laptop instead there's a hell of a lot of options there, but if it's for work stuff, especially autocad I'd stick with a PC! I hate using autocad on my lappy
Once whatever you decide on turns up make sure windows is up to date, remove the mcaffee antivirus toss it comes pre-loaded with. Install firefox browser and whatever addons you use (adblockplus gets a big thumbs up from me). then go and get yourself Malwarebytes anti-malware, spybot search and destroy, install them, and keep them up to date. Set spybot up, make sure you click immunize and run the check for problems every few days.
That's all I use and I've not had a virus in years, nothing, not so much as a hint. If you make sure you don't just click stuff for the sake of it and browse smartly, you'll be fine. Oh, and don't forget to backup once in a while!
Hope this helps matey
Edited by Stu R on Monday 15th March 10:58
Makes no odds really chief, whichever you prefer - I use firefox obviously!
I much prefer firefox to chrome, that being said I haven't tried chrome recently so it could be the better browser these days for all I know. If it hasn't got an adblock type add-on I'm not interested though. Must get round to checking it out.
I also use an add-on for firefox called WebOfTrust / WOT, it gives sites ratings based on how safe they are to browse, it's bloody good and well worth having if you do end up using firefox.
I much prefer firefox to chrome, that being said I haven't tried chrome recently so it could be the better browser these days for all I know. If it hasn't got an adblock type add-on I'm not interested though. Must get round to checking it out.
I also use an add-on for firefox called WebOfTrust / WOT, it gives sites ratings based on how safe they are to browse, it's bloody good and well worth having if you do end up using firefox.
Stu R said:
Makes no odds really chief, whichever you prefer - I use firefox obviously!
I much prefer firefox to chrome, that being said I haven't tried chrome recently so it could be the better browser these days for all I know. If it hasn't got an adblock type add-on I'm not interested though. Must get round to checking it out.
I also use an add-on for firefox called WebOfTrust / WOT, it gives sites ratings based on how safe they are to browse, it's bloody good and well worth having if you do end up using firefox.
I really rate WebOfTrust as well. That with NoScript, AdBlock Plus and a couple of other add-ons and I'm a happy surfer. Surfing on IE these days makes me realise how awful the internet can be.I much prefer firefox to chrome, that being said I haven't tried chrome recently so it could be the better browser these days for all I know. If it hasn't got an adblock type add-on I'm not interested though. Must get round to checking it out.
I also use an add-on for firefox called WebOfTrust / WOT, it gives sites ratings based on how safe they are to browse, it's bloody good and well worth having if you do end up using firefox.
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