Malicious Software Removal Tool
Sep 25, 2012 17:13:09 #
Released in Sep 2012, This tool checks your computer for infection by specific, prevalent malicious software (including Blaster, Sasser, and Mydoom) and helps to remove the infection if it is found. Microsoft will release an updated version of this tool on the second Tuesday of each month.
http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/confirmation.aspx?id=16
Microsoft does not charge for this tool and neither does it charge for the Microsoft Security Essentials to guard against viruses, spyware, and other evil software. It provides real-time protection for your home or small business PCs.
Microsoft Security Essentials is free* and we designed it to be simple to install and easy to use. It runs quietly and efficiently in the background so you don't have to worry about interruptions or making updates.
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/products/security-essentials?WT.mc_id=MSCOM_EN_US_DLC_CONFIRMATION_131Z4ENUS21979
I use both and have for months now without any problems. I have removed Norton Anti-Virus and saved big bucks and slow running computer.
Sarge69
http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/confirmation.aspx?id=16
Microsoft does not charge for this tool and neither does it charge for the Microsoft Security Essentials to guard against viruses, spyware, and other evil software. It provides real-time protection for your home or small business PCs.
Microsoft Security Essentials is free* and we designed it to be simple to install and easy to use. It runs quietly and efficiently in the background so you don't have to worry about interruptions or making updates.
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/products/security-essentials?WT.mc_id=MSCOM_EN_US_DLC_CONFIRMATION_131Z4ENUS21979
I use both and have for months now without any problems. I have removed Norton Anti-Virus and saved big bucks and slow running computer.
Sarge69
Sep 25, 2012 17:32:52 #
Nikonfan70
Loc: Long Island
Sarge
I have tried a number of programs that detect and remove malware etc. Microsofts downloads dont seem to pick up the trojans fast enough. I even downloaded a copy of spyhunter. I have lost the use of my machine for over a day with these things. I was never a fan of Norton, But I cant believe how good it works on my HP notebook. It detects malware and removes the viruses every time without any hassle. My machine is superfast and has not slowed down a bit.
I have tried a number of programs that detect and remove malware etc. Microsofts downloads dont seem to pick up the trojans fast enough. I even downloaded a copy of spyhunter. I have lost the use of my machine for over a day with these things. I was never a fan of Norton, But I cant believe how good it works on my HP notebook. It detects malware and removes the viruses every time without any hassle. My machine is superfast and has not slowed down a bit.
Sep 25, 2012 17:40:37 #
Sep 25, 2012 18:02:43 #
sarge69 wrote:
Great. To each his own. Glad you got a system going.
Sarge69
Sarge69
I agree. I use Microsoft Security Essentials on mine with regular scans by Malwarebytes AntiMalware and CCleaner.
Will NEVER have Norton on my computers!! TOO many problems.
Sep 25, 2012 19:17:07 #
Nikonfan70
Loc: Long Island
Norton was always a pain. This time it runs quietly in the background, Maybe its the way its set up, or it works good with this HP laptop. Intel Core I5. Windows 7
Nikon D40, D3100, D5200
Nikon D40, D3100, D5200
Sep 26, 2012 08:23:38 #
Wahawk wrote:
I agree. I use Microsoft Security Essentials on mine with regular scans by Malwarebytes AntiMalware and CCleaner.
Will NEVER have Norton on my computers!! TOO many problems.
sarge69 wrote:
Great. To each his own. Glad you got a system going.
Sarge69
Sarge69
I agree. I use Microsoft Security Essentials on mine with regular scans by Malwarebytes AntiMalware and CCleaner.
Will NEVER have Norton on my computers!! TOO many problems.
I agree 100% :thumbup:
Sep 26, 2012 08:46:51 #
Nikonfan70
Loc: Long Island
When I had security essentials and Spyhunter4 installed on my last computer,scans were run on a regular basis. Adware and other low priority worms were removed or quaranteened easily. Malware and trojan horses were missed. Did anyone encounter the one that morphed so quickly nothing could keep up with it. It kept warning of all kinds of realistic sounding errors, hard drive, system register. THe only way to fix these false notifications was to by their software. I had shut down and restart in safe mode. Then I would remove the malware there. Sometimes this took a few hours. Could someone tell me what thier problem with Norton is.
Sep 26, 2012 09:19:02 #
Wahawk wrote:
Will NEVER have Norton on my computers!! TOO many problems.
sarge69 wrote:
Great. To each his own. Glad you got a system going.
Sarge69
Sarge69
Will NEVER have Norton on my computers!! TOO many problems.
When Peter owned Norton Antivirus it couldn't be beaten but as soon as he sold it . . .
It is currently on my two computers but was a mistake to try it again (turns a powerhouse into a 286, immediately)... come on 41 more days to replace and then nevermore.
Personal opinion may not agree with your personal opinion.
Sep 26, 2012 09:30:23 #
I've used several anti-virus, malware, trojan and other detection tools with varying results. I agree for a while Symantec (Norton) grabbed resources (both CPU and RAM) so badly that my system slowed down completely.
But the last couple revs have improved dramatically, and reviews have improved of the product. I even run the Apple version on my MacBook Pro, along with the Windows version on my wife's desktop. With Win7 and Mac OS X, I think Symantec is a good buy; for me at least.
But the last couple revs have improved dramatically, and reviews have improved of the product. I even run the Apple version on my MacBook Pro, along with the Windows version on my wife's desktop. With Win7 and Mac OS X, I think Symantec is a good buy; for me at least.
Sep 26, 2012 09:36:45 #
rayford2
Loc: New Bethlehem, PA
grusum wrote:
quote=Wahawk quote=sarge69 Great. To each his ow... (show quote)
Several years ago Norton was highly touted. I bought the Norton system and worked ok the first year, so I reenlisted online for a second term. During that time Norton kept adding bloatware to the point where my work was continuosly being interupted by something Norton was doing.
And to rub insult to injury I was automatically renewed for another year without notification. When time came for renewal I downloaded Microsoft Security, deleted all Norton software and informed Norton to delete my account, and haven't had a problem in the 3 years I've changed over.
So many of these pay programs perform functions that are already in the OS it makes one wonder just what are they offering for $29.99.
Goodbye Symantec, good riddance.
Sep 26, 2012 10:06:14 #
sarge69 wrote:
Released in Sep 2012, This tool checks your comput... (show quote)
I have been using this software for a few years now on two computers without a problem. It has worked well for me and like you I do recommend it.
Sep 26, 2012 11:30:18 #
I have Microsoft Security essentials as well on all my machines but I also found that AVG's definitions and antivirus has come in handy. I use the subscription version for all my machines as well as the AVG PC Tuneup program to elliminate all the registry errors. I don't consider $60 every 2 years for 3 machines as a huge expense and only $30 for the Tuneup program. That's a lot cheaper than some other antivirus programs and the customer service has been excellent.
By the way, any time you change from one antivirus vendor to another, you absolutely need to remove all of the old program. A computer with 2 antivirus programs besides Microsoft, will have serious conflicts as one program detects the other one as a threat or intrusion. It will either halt or slow your machine to a crawl.
JMHO.
By the way, any time you change from one antivirus vendor to another, you absolutely need to remove all of the old program. A computer with 2 antivirus programs besides Microsoft, will have serious conflicts as one program detects the other one as a threat or intrusion. It will either halt or slow your machine to a crawl.
JMHO.
Sep 26, 2012 17:01:22 #
I use AVG and Auslogics Boost Speed. Can't tell you how faster the box is now after running the Boost Speed. The MS malware program messed me up so bad, I try not to download it any more.
Sep 26, 2012 19:43:55 #
Ephemeros
Loc: Pennsylvania
this is a free and good tool....you just need to know how to burn
an iso file to Cd and boot the system. a 32 and a 64 bit
version available for d/l
an iso file to Cd and boot the system. a 32 and a 64 bit
version available for d/l
Sep 26, 2012 23:27:46 #
Pentony
Loc: Earth Traveller
sarge69 wrote:
Released in Sep 2012, This tool checks your comput... (show quote)
This downloadable software is a good tool. However, one has to go into BIOS and reset one's computer to start from the CD vice starting from the hard drive. Right now I am just not comfortable going into BIOS with specific detailed step by step instructions.
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