"Panda_man" <Pandaman@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
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> These words below are mine.I created them,I wrote them.Even though
> Engel
> uses them nearly everywhere.I just do not like somebody to copy and
> paste them,to use them fully because these words are NOT created by
> him. I am angry.
>
> I just post to everybody know and understand who these words belongs
> to. They belongs to me...:-)
>
> And a question :
> Is there a way to stop and prevent him from coping these words fully
> ?!
>
>
> MALWARE REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS
>
>>> Follow them carefully and step-by-step.
>>> All cleaning actions should be done
> without internet connection
>
>
> 1. Download the necessary software
>
>
> @ SpyBot Search and Destroy
> http://www.safer-networking.org/microsoft.en.html
>
>
> @ Ad-Aware SE Personal
> http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaware
>
>
> @ Microsoft Antispyware (only for genuie Windows versions)
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...s/default.mspx
>
>
> @ CWShredder
> http://housecall.trendmicro.com
>
>
> @ Antivirus software (if you still do not have)
>
> Panda Titanium 2005
> http://www.pandasoftware.com/microsoft
>
>
>
>>>> Specific
> If you are non-XP user and still do not have firewall,
> you should get free one from here:
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...s/default.mspx
>
>>>> Optional
> There are some malwares that can destroy the internet connection
> when you try to remove them.That's why you may get that program
> that could restore your internet connection.
> I haven't tried it but lots of people like them.
>
> Win Sock XP Fix
> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
>
>
>
> 2. Create a back-up of all your critical information
> This is just an option.
> You should check it for viruses later.
>
>
> 3. Run a Firewall
>
>>> Windows XP
> has integrated firewall -
> Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) for SP1 and
> Windows Firewall (WF) for SP2
>
>
>>> Windows versions different from XP
> They do not have integrated firewall ,they have to use software
> firewall.
>
> !!! Use only 1 firewall !!!
>
>
>
> 4. Windows Updates
> Connect to internet and
> download all the security updates - Critical updates with Express
> install.
>
> Start -> Windows Updates
> or
> http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com
>
>
>
> 5. Install and Update
>
>> SpyBot Search and Destroy
>> Ad-Aware SE Personal
>> Microsoft Antispyware
>> CWShredder
>
>
> 6. Delete all the Internet Explorer's temporary stuff
>
> Start -> Settings- > Control Panel -> Internet Options
>
> There ,on the General Tab you will see where you can delete
>>> internet temporary files
>>> cookies
>>> history
> Delete them all.
>
>
> 7. Delete all Temporary files
>
>> Windows XP users (all new versions) |
>
> The path is :
> C:\Documents and Settings\USER\Local Settings\Temp
> Delete all files from this folder
> and also
> C:\Windows\Temp
>
>> Windows 98 users (all old versions) |
>
> The path is :
> C:\Windows\Temp
>
>
>
> 8. Remove any unwanted programs
>
> Boot in Safe Mode (see how below)
> Then ,in Safe Mode, Start - Settings – Control Panel – Add /Remove
> programs See if you have any unknown /unwanted software
> installed- toolbars and/or known spy programs.
> Remove them with the REMOVE button.
> Also check for tracks of these programs in
> C:\Program files and delete,if any.
> Then restart with booting in Normal Mode .
>
>
> 9. Run Disc Clean up
>
> Start -> Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools -> Disc Cleanup
>
> Make sure you have checked :
> Downloaded program files
> Temporary Internet files
> Temporary files
> Recycle bin
> Web Client/Publisher content
>
>
>
> 10. Remove viruses /worms /trojan horses
>
>
> @ Scan with Microsoft Windows Malicious Software removal tool
>
> http://www.microsoft.com/malwareremove
>
> @ Scan with
>
> Panda Software free Active Scan,where you can check your
> PC for ALL TYPES of security threats and clean viruses and worms
>
> http://www.pandasoftware.com/product..._principal.htm
>
>
> @ Install the antivirus software
>
> Boot in Safe Mode and install the antivirus software
> <In Safe Mode,because there are viruses
> that have the ability to damage an antivirus while installing it>
>
>
>
> How to boot your computer in Safe Mode
>
> Do this by repeatedly typing F8 while Windows is starting before
> Windows logo appears.
> Then you'll open the BIOS menu where you can choose to boot
> the hard drive in SAFE MODE
>
> (If you are XP user ,find more about Safe Mode
> in Help and Support Center ; Start-Help and Suport)
>
>
>
> @ Update the antivirus and scan with it
>
> Boot in Normal Mode and update it.
> Make sure you have all functions ON
> (scanning all files,heuristic,disinfect,scanning for other threats...)
>
> Perform a full scan in Normal Mode first
> Then boot in Safe Mode and also perform a scan
>
>
> @ While still in Safe Mode,scan with these
>
>>> SpyBot S&D
>>> Ad-Aware SE Personal
>>> Microsoft Antispyware
>>> CWShredder
>
> and remove the junk
> !!! They must have already been updated !!!
>
>
> When the scan is finished,
> DO NOT restart ,if you have Win XP or ME
>
>>>> System Restore (for XP and ME only)
>
>
> Because of the fact malware is a program,
> System Restore also stores all malware tracks and when restarting,it
> can replicate some infected system stuff and the malware will be back
> !!!
> So you need to delete all the restore points before restarting :
>
>>>> Right click on My Computer->Properties->System Restore
> Check Turn off system restore.Click OK
>
>>>> Restart the in Normal mode.
>
>
> 11. For better performance ,it is advisable to check your hard
> drives for errors
> Open My computer .
> Then right click on the hard drive you want to check -> Properties ->
> Tools In the error-checking area ,click "Check now" to start the
> process.
>
>
>>>> At the end (when the system is malware-free)
> again Right click on My computer->Properties->System Restore
> Uncheck Turn off system restore ,so you'll have your Restore function
> ON.
>
>
>
> After these,your computer should be clean !
> If you do not understand something,you can post again and ask for
> information
> If the instructions seems difficult to you,you can take your computer
> to
> a computer store where IT specialist would help you wipe out the junk!
> Don't be shame.
>
>
>
> --- Useful pages ---
>
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...s/default.mspx
> different kinds of free or trial security software.
>
> http://www.pandasoftware.com/about/r...ldren_internet
> Because of the campaign "Children and the Internet"
> Panda Software offers 90 day free trial version of one of the best
> security software
> Panda Platininum Internet Security 2005 awarded with many prizes
>
> http://www.pandasoftware.com/protected/tips.htm ;
> useful tips for protecting computers
>
> http://www.pandasoftware.com/product..._principal.htm
> Panda Software free Active Scan,where you can check your
> PC for ALL TYPES of security threats and clean viruses and worms
>
> http://housecall.trendmicro.com
> Trend-Micro free online scanner HouseCall where you can scan for
> Viruses and Spywares and clean them. CWShredder is also available here
>
> http://www.kaspersky.com/virusscanner
> Kaspersky free online scanner
> and checker for suspicious files.If you have issues with suspicious
> file,here is the right place!
>
> http://www.f-prot.com/virusinfo/submission_form.html
> Send F-prot AV suspicious files for fast analyze and and it is all
> for FREE
>
> http://www.microsoft.com/malwareremove
> Microsoft Windows Malware Removal Tool
>
> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/u...nfectedpc.mspx
> Microsoft MVP Charlie Russel's article about Dealing with malware
> Really good and detailed
>
> http://support.microsoft.com
> Free Microsoft support and suggestions (for genuie clients)
>
>
>
> Now ,when you have cleaned your computer,you need to think about your
> security!
> Microsoft
> suggests 3 + 1 general steps how to protect
> your PC and the infomation stored on it,
> your privacy and your family
> 1.Use an internet firewall
> 2.Enable Automatic Updates for your PC
> 3.Use an antivirus software
> 4.Use antispyware software
>
> Goto http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security and learn more
> Check the Security Essentials for your OS and also have a look at all
> sections!
>
>
>
>
> Panda_man
> " Let's beat malware black and blue"
> " No new epidemic of all kind of malware -> Panda TruPrevent"
>
>
>> SETTING UP A COMPUTER |
>
> When you first turn on your computer
> it is adviseable to first have a look at its setings.
>
> ** If you use Windows XP **
>
> 1 .Create as many computer accouts as you need
>
> If your computer is going to be used from more than one person
> (family members,friends,colleagues ,etc...) ,
> make others limited users and you - Administrator
> So that you'll have full control of the PC,but they would only be
> able to change their files and few settings only !
>
> If you are a parent and would like your children to access the
> internet, create the limited user accounts.More about the parental
> control below
>
> !!! Windows XP has hidden built-in administartor account
> accessable and visible only in Safe Mode.
> Get into Safe Mode and password protect it.
> In Safe Mode,goto Control Panel -User accounts and click on the name
> of that hidden account,called Administrator !!!
>
>> How to boot your computer in Safe Mode |
>
> Do this by repeatedly typing F8 while Windows is starting before
> Windows logo appears.
> Then you'll open the BIOS menu where you can choose to boot
> the hard drive in SAFE MODE
>
> (If you are XP user ,find more about Safe Mode
> in Help and Support Center ; Start-Help and Suport)
>
>
>
> 2. Password-protect your account and your files
>
> Make strong password,
> with numbers,letters and at least one special character
> Start - Settings - Control Panel - User accounts
>
> When you decide to password protect your account,
> after creting a password Windows should ask you if you want
> to protect your files also.Click YES
>
> or
> Click on the folder you want to password-protect-Properties
> Click on Sharing tab -Make this folder private
>
>
>
> ** All Windows Versions **
>
> Start - Settings - Control Panel
> or My computer -Control Panel
>
>
> 3. Have a look at
>
>> Display settings
>> Date and time Settings
>> Mouse and Keyboard settings
>> Power Options
>> Regional and language settings
>> Sound settings
>> Start Menu Settings
>
>
> 4. I do not recommend any user to install programs like
>
> WinAmp ,Real Player
> or WinZip (in Win XP )
> Because of the fact Windows has integrated Windows Media Player ( 2
> versions) plus (Zip archiver in XP ) ,it is pointless to install such
> programs
>
>
> 5. Do install programs like
>
> Adobe Reader / Acrobat because it is useful and with it
> you can read PDF files which become more wide-spread everyday
> http://www.adobe.com
>
>
> 6. If you do not have Microsoft Office
>
> Download
> 1. Open Office
> http://www.openoffice.org
>
> 2.Microsoft Word viewer / Excel viewer / Power Point viewer
> http://www.microsoft.com ; ,click on Office
>
> Open Office is free as well as Microsoft viewers.
> Open Office is not as good as MS Office but would do the basics
>
>
>
> | THINK ABOUT INTERNET |
>
> 1. After you go on-line,upgrade to the newest Service Pack
> available for your OS .
> http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com
> Learn more about the SP in Microsoft web-site and read the
> preparation steps !
>
> 2. Also download all critical updates with Express install.
>
> I recommend you to use only Internet Explorer as an internet browser
> as well as Outlook Express for your mail program
> Many people may think them as not as secure as other but that is not
> true.
>
>
>> PARENTAL CONTROL |
>
> Internet is useful for everybody and even for the children
> They can search information for school project,listen to music,play
> on-line games
> and even talk to friends
> But it is even dangerous
> What I recommend is to talk to your child/children and to explain
> them about the activities they don't have to do while online
>
> Then,do not trust your children fully.Install a good software/s/ to
> help protect your PC and your family's privacy
>
> So....
> 1. Create your children limited user accounts in Windows XP
>
> So they will have their own My documents folder
> but will not be able to access PC settings
> Limited users can download everything but cannot install anything
> ,so they cannot install any spyware/virus in the family's computer.
>
> Children limited account should NOT be password-protected !!!
>
> Parent administartor account should be password-protected !!!
>
>
> 2. Turn on Internet Explorer's Content Advisor
>
> It would help your children not to open pornographic pages
> and pages with bad content
> Start- Settings - Control Panel - Internet Options - Content tab
> and then enable it and check the settings
>
> 2.1 MSN toolbar
> This toolbar become more useful everyday
> It has either pop-up blocker and also Anti-Phising filter
> Recently Microsoft had established this Anti-phishing filter
> as an add-in for the Toolbar
> http://toolbar.msn.com to get the toolbar
> http://toolbar.msn.com ; click on Add-ins and search for the
> Anti-Phishing
>
> Antiphishing would help to protect your family from online fraud
>
> 3. Microsoft has made a component to help protect a computer
> that is used by many people.It prevents limited users from access to
> ^chosen by the admin user^ programs and files and also prevent them
> from downloading files and other things
> It is easy to use and can be configured to meet everybody's needs
> It is called Share access tool
>
> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/s...ccess/faq.mspx
>
> /example : A parent with Administrator rights can prevent a children
> with limited account to use a chat program or download a new one /
>
>
> 4. When a child uses the internet ,
> the computer should have an antivirus software ON + firewall
> always ON
>
> http://www.pandasoftware.com/about/r...ldren_internet
> Because of the campaign "Children and the Internet"
> Panda Software offers 90 day free trial version of one of the best
> security softwares
> Panda Platininum Internet Security 2005
>
>
>
> Please,go through the additional steps below.............
>
>
>> PROTECT YOUR COMPUTER
> AND THE INFORMATION STORED ON IT |
>
> Microsoft suggest 3 +1 steps general steps to help protecting your
> computer.Here they are plus some additional !
>
>
> 1. Firewall ON
>
> It is very important to know that you REALLY SHOULD
> use only one firewall (to prevent software conflict ) !!!
>
> Firewall is a protective barrier between your PC and the outside
> world.
> It protects you from hackers and other intruders from gaining
> remote access to your PC and also from viruses and network worms (like
> Sasser).
> It also makes your PC invisiable for hacker softwares and
> even if hackers find your PC it will block the attack.
> Firewalls scans all your incoming (or outgoing) traffic and
> immediately block it if it is unsolicated.
>
> ** Windows XP **
>
> has integrated firewall -
> Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) for SP1 and
> Windows Firewall (WF) for SP2
>
>>> Windows Firewall (for SP 2)
> is full firewall ,suitable for all kind of users and connections.
> Windows Firewall is designed especially for home users with
> not very big computer literacy and that's why it works almost
> automatically,asks rarely !
>
> When using it,check the Exception list .
> If you are home user and do not want to play network games,exchange
> files over chat
> or you are connected to internet via none/less secure server, you can
> check " Don't allow exception "
> This guarantees you maximum protection!
>
>
> Start - Settings - Contol Panel - Windows Firewall .See its settings.
>
>>>> Users with no Service Pack or with SP 1 you should upgrade to SP 2
> because ICF is partial firewall made for direct internet connection
> only
>
>
> ** Windows versions different from XP **
>
> They do not have integrated firewall and they are not protected
> from hackers and intruders,network viruses and etc.
> They MUST use software firewall.So choose one firewall
>
> You may get Zone Alarm personal (free) from :
> http://www.zonelabs.com
>
>
> 2. Windows Updates ON
>
> Windows Updates can protect your PC from different OS vulnerabilities
> and security threats.
>
> ** Windows XP and ME **
>
>> Critical updates |
>
> Automatic Updates ON
> Right click on My computer - Properties - Automatic Updates -
> Download updates automatically but let me choose when to install them
>
> ** Different form XP and ME **
>
>> Critical updates |
>
> Automatic updates are not offered
> Manually download critical updates
> Start – Windows Update or http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com
>
> ** All Windows Versions **
>
>> Optional updates |
>
> Because of the fact Automatic updates downloads only critical updates
> (they are the most important),
> regularly visit http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com
> and download some of the optional software and hardware updates
> available.
>
>
> 3. Virus Protection ON
>
> Antivirus Software can protect you from viruses,worms,trojans and
> other security threats
>
>
>>> Always use the latest version of your program and update it at
>>> least every two days.
> The more often you update it ,the higher protection for new threats
> you have.
>
>>> Make sure it has real-time scanner which is enabled
>
>>> Make sure all security settings are turned ON
>
>
> (e.g. scanning All files,scanning compressed files,mail scanning,
> disinfecting, heuristic scan,behaviour analyze
> or detecting spyware,hacking tools, jokes and so on…..)
>
> Use only 1 av software .More than one may cause your PC
> problems because of the permanent protection ! ! !
>
>
> Other : List with all Microsoft Anti-virus partners
> http://www.microsoft.com/security/pa.../antivirus.asp
>
>
>
>> PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR PRIVACY |
>
> 1. Spyware protection ON
>
>>> Spybot Search & Destroy
> http://www.safer-networking.org/microsoft.en.html
>
>>> Ad-Aware SE Personal
> http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaware
>
>>> Microsoft Antispyware
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...s/default.mspx
>
> These 3 programs(all free) are the most famous
> in the world and ,of course,are the best.
> Using two of them guarantees you very ,very good protection !
>
> Microsoft Antispyware is the only one from these above that has
> real-time protection,which is very important for dealing with spy junk
>
>
> 2. Manage your Internet Settings
>
> Start->Settings->Contol Panel->Internet Options
>
>> On the General tab |
> Delete all temporary internet files,cookies,history ( often do this)
>
>> On the Security tab |
> Make sure the Internet level is Medium.Check other levels
>
>> On the Privacy tab |
> Make sure the level is Medium High.
>
>> On the Content tab |
> Goto Auto complete
> Delete(clear) forms and passwords and check the settings
>
>
> 3. Use a pop-up blocker
>
> Internet Explorer 6 with XP SP 2 has integrated pop-up blocker
>
> However ,if you are not XP SP 2 user ,or you are without IE 6
> get the Free MSN Tool Bar that has pop-up protection
> http://toolbar.msn.com
>
>
> 3.1 MSN toolbar
> This toolbar become more useful everyday
> It has either pop-up blocker and also Anti-Phising filter
> Recently Microsoft had established this Anti-phishing filter
> as an add-in for the Toolbar
> http://toolbar.msn.com to get the toolbar
> http://toolbar.msn.com ; click on Add-ins and search for the
> Anti-Phishing
>
>
>
> 4. Other
>
> 4.1
> ( Depending on your mail program -> this below is for Outlook
> Express )
> Open Outlook Express
> Tools - Options - Security
> Make sure you have checked these:
> ` Warn me when...
> ` Do not allow...
>
> 4.2
> Create free web-based mail
> Lots of free web-based mail accounts exist.
> You may create one in Hotmail , Yahoo , Gmail or Mail.RU
>
> They are all for free with a lot of space and intergrated SPAM and
> Virus protection
> Yahoo.co.uk and Mail.ru offer free POP 3 / SMTP /HTML access
> so you may use them with Outlook Express
>
>
> 4.3
> Think first , then click !!!
>
> Nothing can protect the computer from its user.
> Even though you could have firewall,av software,
> antispyware software and all updates downloaded,
> you are not protected 100 %.NOTHING guarantees you 100 % protection.
> So if you don't know what exactly to do and when to do it,you'll
> probably fall a victim
> of a virus , spyware or hacker.
> You can find it ridiculous,but it is true! :-)
>
> BE CAREFUL which sites you visit
> BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL what you install,especially free or shareware
> software. ALWAYS check everything you download from internet with AV
> and AS software.
>
>
> 4.4
> Be aware of SPAM messages and especially PHISHING !!!
> Spam messages are unsolicated mail.You really do not want them !
> In most cases SPAM is just annoying,however PHISHING is a type of
> spam that is
> is really dangerous.Someone unknown sends you a messages,which is
> trying to get personal information,such as bank account number
> and passwords ! That's why :
>
> NEVER give your email and/or passwords to strangers.
> Don't post your mail or passwords in forums and chats.
> NEVER read email messages from people you don't know. Just
> delete them!!!
> NEVER answer to strangers or even open the attachments,if any
> !!! Delete the mail !
> NEVER follow links in email from stranger and in mail that
> you doubt and do not trust !
>
> For more info about SPAM / Phishing visit
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security ; -> Email section
>
> 4.5
> Regularly :
>> Run Disc clean-up (with all checked)
> Start - Programs - Accessories - System Tools - Disc Clean-up
>
> > Check all hard drives for errors
>> Back-up all your information (at least montly)
> > Defragment all hard drives
> > Scan all your computer with antivirus and antispyware software
> (should be twice a week)
>
>
>
>
> --- Useful pages ---
>
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...s/default.mspx
> different kinds of free or trial security software.
>
> http://www.pandasoftware.com/about/r...ldren_internet
> Because of the campaign "Children and the Internet"
> Panda Software offers 90 day free trial version of one of the best
> security software
> Panda Platininum Internet Security 2005 awarded with many prizes
>
> http://www.pandasoftware.com/protected/tips.htm ;
> useful tips for protecting computers
>
> http://www.pandasoftware.com/product..._principal.htm
> Panda Software free Active Scan,where you can check your
> PC for ALL TYPES of security threats and clean viruses and worms
>
> http://housecall.trendmicro.com
> Trend-Micro free online scanner HouseCall where you can scan for
> Viruses and Spywares and clean them. CWShredder is also available here
>
> http://www.kaspersky.com/virusscanner
> Kaspersky free online scanner
> and checker for suspicious files.If you have issues with suspicious
> file,here is the right place!
>
> http://www.f-prot.com/virusinfo/submission_form.html
> Send F-prot AV suspicious files for fast analyze and and it is all
> for FREE
>
> http://www.microsoft.com/malwareremove
> Microsoft Windows Malware Removal Tool
>
> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/u...nfectedpc.mspx
> Microsoft MVP Charlie Russel's article about Dealing with malware
> Really good and detailed
>
> http://support.microsoft.com
> Free Microsoft support and suggestions (for genuie clients)
>
>
>
> Now ,when you have cleaned your computer,you need to think about your
> security!
> Microsoft
> suggests 3 + 1 general steps how to protect
> your PC and the infomation stored on it,
> your privacy and your family
> 1.Use an internet firewall
> 2.Enable Automatic Updates for your PC
> 3.Use an antivirus software
> 4.Use antispyware software
>
> Goto http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security and learn more
> Check the Security Essentials for your OS and also have a look at all
> sections!
>
>
>
>
> Thanks very much !!!
> Panda_man
>
>
> " Let's beat malware black and blue "
> " No new epidemic of all kind of malware -> Panda TruPrevent "

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