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Old 01-25-2008, 06:32 PM   #24 (permalink)
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Re: Pop ups and slow computer

I see now that Spybot is not installed. No, no drama, since it's uninstalled, you can delete this entire folder where the quarantined items are held:

C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Spybot - Search & Destroy

As far as free AntiVirus and AntiSpyware applications, you can click the link in my signature, "PC Safety and Security--What Do I Need?" I also give final protection instructions when we're done.

You have Windows Live OneCare, which is supposed to be all that. If you intend on using a different AntiVirus application, be sure to uninstall OneCare. Having more than one AV can be detrimental to the system performance and security.
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