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Yes Malwarebytes' anti-malware tell me that, sorry. I will try it later I am at work right now so it will be a while before I get a chance to respond.
Thanks!

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Yeah that worked, thank you so much! My computer just runs extra slow now any suggestions on what I can do to help that?

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1014.04 Mb Total Physical Memory | 224.87 Mb Available Physical Memory | 22.18% Memory free


Here is the likely problem of your computer slowness. Lack of memory. I recommend you look carefully at all programs that load during startup and check if you really want them.
Also check out blackviper.com which has excellent information on Windows services that can be disabled, freeing up more memory.

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It appears you have Ask Toolbar installed. Practically all, if not all anti-malware sites, including GeekPolice, have Ask Toolbar flagged as untrustworthy, because it uses shady practices for distributing and installing its toolbar, see here for more info.

I therefore highly recommend you to go to Start >> Control Panel >> Add/Remove Programs and remove the following programs if present:
  • AskBarDis
  • Ask Toolbar

After that go to the C:\Program Files folder and delete the following folders, if present:
  • AskBarDis
  • Ask.com

This will also free up some memory.

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You need to install the latest version of Java. Having the latest version is important to take advantage of fixes that have eliminated security vulnerabilities.
  • Go to Start > Control Panel
  • Double-click on Add or Remove Programs
  • Look for entries that say Java, Java RunTime Environment or J2SE.
  • Uninstall all of them that are not named Java (TM) 6 Update 26

After doing this, you can go to java.com, click on Free Java Download and proceed from there to install the latest version of Java (currently Version 6 Update 26).

After installing Java, go to Start > Control Panel > Java to open the Java Control Panel.
Under the General tab, Temporary Internet Files click Settings, then click Delete Files.
Select both options and click OK to delete the Java cache.

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I note you have Adobe Acrobat 8 full version on your computer. Be aware that old Adobe versions are full of security holes.

I recommend you install a separate PDF reader and set that as standard program for opening of PDFs. Only use Acrobat 8 if you need to edit a PDF.

Please note that Adobe Reader has a history of security issues and is a prime target for malware writers due to its popularity. You might want to consider installing a non-Adobe PDF reader. Your choice!
  • Adobe Reader 10.0. The last and most safest version of Adobe Reader.
  • SumatraPDF. Very small and very light PDF viewer.
  • PDF XChange. Also available in 64-bit version if you have a 64-bit OS. Can be installed as portable.


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I think we can close this case. Your computer is free of malware. You have some work left with optimizing your computer, but that will be your call. You decide what is worthy to run on your computer and what is not.

Do you have any more questions or do you want to hear my ALORTKYCC (Awesome List Or Recommendations to Keep Your Computer Clean)?

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Let's hear the list!

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Allright! Now that we have you cleaned, we´ve got to make sure you stay clean.
Let me provide you with some recommendations:

1) Keep your Windows up-to-date. Windows Autoupdate should be ON (see Start >> Control Panel >> Security Center). An alternative way (but more time-consuming) is to periodically visit http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com. Hackers are looking every day for new security holes. Microsoft keeps patching them. You cannot fall behind in this race, it will make your system vulnerable.

2) For your average daily computer activities, use a limited/standard user account. If you use Vista/WIN7 do not disable User Account Control (UAC). You would be amazed to know how much malware can´t touch you if you deny it admin rights. Create a separate password-protected administrator account that you use for admin activities, like (un)installing software.

3) Use a good antivirus. There are various free ones, you cannot go wrong with either of the following three:
  • Panda Cloud Antivirus. If you want your antivirus to be light on resources, I recommend Panda. Install without the toolbar.
  • Avira. 100 million users can´t be wrong. If you want high detection rates, this is your best free bet.
  • Avast! is a very complete antivirus, with modules like mailscanner and webshield.

4) If your computer has 1GB system memory or more, you should install a third party firewall, to replace the weak Windows Firewall. I recommend:
  • Comodo Firewall. Install the internet security suite, but without the antivirus and without the Hopsurf toolbar.
  • Online Armor. A very smart and user friendly firewall.
  • Outpost Firewall is another rocksolid choice.

Note: you should run only ONE antivirus and ONE firewall. Running multiples of either is bad, it will cause slowdowns and/or conflicts.

5) Miscellaneous advice:
  • Stay away from cracks and keygens (look here for the why). Get free software instead. Gizmo is an excellent source of freeware reviews.
  • Navigate safely. Google Chrome is the safest browser available. However, Mozilla Firefox can be made extremely safe with the NoScript addon. Internet Explorer (always use version 8) can be made a lot safer with Spywareblaster (manual here).
  • The WOT (Webs Of Trust) addon will help you to stay on reliable webpages.
  • WinPatrol alerts you when changes are made in vital system areas. Especially good on light systems not running a third party firewall.
  • Make sure you have ways to recuperate your operating system and vital other data if its gets frustrated by malware and/or other problems. A Windows setup CD and recent backups/disk images will be priceless, if you find yourself in an unexpected tight spot.

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