Is our computer infected by that UPS email attachement that has been flying around lately? [more inside]
posted on Jul 22, 2008 - 3 answers

I've read so much here lately 1 2 3 about not browsing as an admin, decided to check it out and yepper, I surely was using an admin account. I've set up a non admin account, made a few other changes (described inside), hoping to find out from The Hive Mind if I am now safe enough to breathe easy(er). [more inside]
posted on Jul 21, 2008 - 11 answers

What free Windows malware detectors/removers should I put on a CD or USB stick? [more inside]
posted on Jul 9, 2008 - 6 answers

Anti-virus software managed to remove most of the viruses from my mother's computer. However, two files remain. How proactive do I need to be about deleting them? [more inside]
posted on Jul 4, 2008 - 13 answers

I seem to have corrupted files, but don't know how to replace them. [more inside]
posted on Jun 12, 2008 - 7 answers

I can't figure out what's wrong with my computer and I can't Google the problem. Can you help me bring my Google back? [more inside]
posted on Jun 12, 2008 - 21 answers

What is this mysterious process that hijacked my shortcut? I was using Photoshop CS2 and entered the shortcut key for "Save for Web" (Alt+Shift+Ctrl+S) and instead of getting the Save for Web dialog, a very minimalist login box appeared. Intrigued, I brought up the Task manager, right-clicked on the "Login" entry in the list, and selected "Go To Process." The process turned out to be C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\vidifker.exe. [more inside]
posted on Jun 4, 2008 - 9 answers

Windows XP TrojanFilter: I caught a trojan, cleaned it out, and now...100% CPU usage making my computer unusable, and I can't turn on Windows Update besides. With System Restore off, and every piece of software I've run so far telling me it's now clean, how can I fix my system without wiping my hard drive? [more inside]
posted on May 27, 2008 - 18 answers

I have an Intel Macbook with a fairly large 2" diameter black circle floating in the bottom right corner... [more inside]
posted on May 23, 2008 - 5 answers

I have some malware on my machine -- yes, I know, stupid. Prolly got it from pr0n. I'm running Windows XP Home Edition Version 2002 on a Gateway laptop with a Pentium 4, 3.06GHz and 480 MB of RAM. I can connect to the nets, but I can't FTP into sites (I'm a freelance web designer) with either Dreamweaver or WS-FTP, my weapons of choice. [more inside]
posted on May 20, 2008 - 26 answers

When checking out a gchat link from a friend to nbc.com, my firefox froze as "jew.wmv" tried to run (unsuccessfully) and a screaming chorus of "I'm looking at gay porno" came out of my computer. Does anybody know what the hell this is? [more inside]
posted on May 11, 2008 - 10 answers

My computer has recently been exposed to the wild internet without being behind a firewall. I'm running Windows 2000 without a software firewall. What should I do now to clean my machine and make sure it hasn't been subject to an exploit? [more inside]
posted on May 6, 2008 - 11 answers

I need your help to settle a debate. Could you suggest the safest antivirus setup, within the confines of Windows XP and a wireless internet connection, with the least bloat, and provide the statistics to prove it? I need more than simple AV comparatives. I need stats on the virtues of Firefox versus IE, on using two function-differentiated user accounts (admin versus everyday, with the 'everyday' account having no admin privileges), etc. Can you help? [more inside]
posted on Mar 25, 2008 - 6 answers

Is it fair to say that the cells that a particular virus uses to reproduce itself are the cells where symptoms of the disease will tend to manifest? [more inside]
posted on Mar 10, 2008 - 14 answers

Exposed to spy ware. Is system now clean or are there further steps to be taken? If clean how to remove windows alert icon in tray and accompanying pop up? [more inside]
posted on Mar 10, 2008 - 6 answers

I'm after a bootable antivirus CD to scan a Windows XP computer. It must be fast, update-able and easy to use. [more inside]
posted on Feb 27, 2008 - 8 answers

Did I harm my mac by connecting via a proxy server? [more inside]
posted on Feb 20, 2008 - 7 answers

I'm looking or the name, and possibly other information on a five or six part sci-fi series that aired in the mid nineties, I think on the BBC (not sure). It was set in London/UK and dealt with repercussions of various theorised technological advancements. [more inside]
posted on Jan 27, 2008 - 7 answers

Why (and how do I fix it) does my Windows desktop keep crashing? [more inside]
posted on Jan 17, 2008 - 15 answers

I found an rtf file in my documents folder in vista that contained instruction on how to get a free ipod by refering friends to a site. I have not downloaded this. Is my computer compromised? Should I do anything? Did it matter that i opened it in word?
posted on Dec 26, 2007 - 5 answers

Is there such a thing as an 'invisible' virus - have biologists stumbled across any 'diseases' that have no noticeable symptoms?
posted on Dec 14, 2007 - 20 answers

Why does the cold virus always make my index finger itch? [more inside]
posted on Dec 13, 2007 - 10 answers

Who tried to send this email, apparently from me? [more inside]
posted on Nov 28, 2007 - 9 answers

Advice/recommendations for a Mac to Windows switcher please [more inside]
posted on Nov 13, 2007 - 18 answers

Where can I find detailed information on anti-virus software comparisons? I've heard of and seen some charts that display details such as catch rates and etc but have never known the exact source. Something like this perhaps: http://virus.untangle.com/ but a more broad spectrum, preferablly one that includes AVG and Avast! Also what is the best firewall for Windows Vista?
posted on Nov 11, 2007 - 6 answers

Why do bacteria and viruses make us sick? [more inside]
posted on Nov 10, 2007 - 30 answers

My Windows 2000 system suddenly has many services problems. Details inside. [more inside]
posted on Oct 14, 2007 - 6 answers

It is possible that I programmed a virus by mistake? [more inside]
posted on Sep 13, 2007 - 12 answers

Addressbook seems to be launching for no reason- Virus? [more inside]
posted on Aug 25, 2007 - 2 answers

my friend has a computer virus......... [more inside]
posted on Jul 2, 2007 - 10 answers

My laptop has been infected something called Bloodhound.Exploit.106 which is darn hard to get rid of... Help! Please! [more inside]
posted on May 21, 2007 - 11 answers

Can my computer kill me without warning? [more inside]
posted on Apr 27, 2007 - 45 answers

how did my mac get a virus??? [more inside]
posted on Apr 25, 2007 - 32 answers

How can I repair a Windows 2000 box that reboots upon dialling up to the internet? [more inside]
posted on Mar 14, 2007 - 8 answers

Please help me get rid of this spyware infection before I just give up and re-install Windows. [more inside]
posted on Feb 7, 2007 - 14 answers

Tips for getting a sick pussycat on a feeding tube to eat by mouth again (and a cautionary tale)? [more inside]
posted on Jan 26, 2007 - 34 answers

Could there be a virus downloading from my computer that cannot be detected by a bandwidth monitor? [more inside]
posted on Jan 10, 2007 - 11 answers

Sue a software vendor for financial loss caused by security flaws in their software? [more inside]
posted on Jan 2, 2007 - 4 answers

LingeringVirusFilter: I've got a cold which I haven't been able to shake for weeks. It's not bad enough to keep me off work, but it's rendering me brainless through loss of sleep and general bunged-headedness. Any suggestions?
posted on Dec 4, 2006 - 14 answers

Help! Gmail account hacked by virus sent to every contact in my account. [more inside]
posted on Nov 11, 2006 - 7 answers

I'd be interested in hearing strategies for allowing employees' personal computers access to a company VPN. [more inside]
posted on Oct 30, 2006 - 6 answers

Help this desktop power user protect his new laptop from evil internet demons while using public Wifi hotspots. [more inside]
posted on Oct 27, 2006 - 18 answers

Someone in my work environment is providing an ad-hoc wireless network called 'Free wireless internet'. I can connect to this network using my (firewalled, unix) laptop, but don't get a functional internet connection when I do this. I see numerous similar networks (sometimes 'Free wifi') when using my laptop at airports. Is this the result of a virus? If so, which one?
posted on Oct 25, 2006 - 5 answers

Two-pronged question: (1) How common are virus/spyware-infected applications on P2P, assuming the filesize is big (50+ MB) and it's not one of those stupid 50 KB bait files? (2) Are there any good free or shareware virus scanners that are especially designed to examine the contents of executable setup programs? Most protection programs just look at existing files on a hard drive. [more inside]
posted on Oct 8, 2006 - 9 answers

Why can't vaccination encourage the evolution of viral potency?
posted on Oct 5, 2006 - 16 answers

Can you name a movie that played during a free preview weekend (about a year ago)? [more inside]
posted on Oct 2, 2006 - 12 answers

I made a new friend! Its name is Sality. [more inside]
posted on Aug 29, 2006 - 6 answers

I'm at my wit's end trying to remove this virus! [more inside]
posted on Aug 14, 2006 - 12 answers

Why was my system clock reset for the year 2075 when I got home today? I have it set daily and automatically to an atomic clock somewhere. Also, my Norton said I had "2 problems". more... [more inside]
posted on Aug 12, 2006 - 3 answers

Why is my computer sending and receiving so many bytes of information in such a short amount of time? [more inside]
posted on Jul 28, 2006 - 13 answers