Will,
Run the spyware programs in Safe Mode with " Show hidden files and
folders " enabled. Prior to running them check for any updates for
them. Since you haven't mentioned which version of Windows you're
using :
A description of the Safe Mode Boot options in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=315222
Choose Option 1 - Safe Mode (minimal)
How to Start a Windows 98-Based Computer in Safe Mode
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=180902
HOW TO: Enable 'Show Hidden Files' in Windows
http://forum.aumha.org/viewtopic.php?t=6213
HOW TO: Reconfigure Ad-aware for a Full Scan
http://forum.aumha.org/viewtopic.php?t=5877
MowGreen [MVP]
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Will wrote:
> my computer has become infected with HomeSearchAssistent,
> SearchExtender and Shopping Wizard. I have run Ad-aware and
> various other spyware. It is not as bad as it was, I am able to
> keep my home page, but when I try to enter a site for school
> (WebCT) that page is still hijacked. Is there anyway to get these
> pests out of my computer for good? Thanks for any help.
Linear Mode
