Is there a free adware/malware removal tool?
I have a fully paid for AVG but it does not seem to remove mal/adware. My laptop is getting so slow I need help but can’t really afford to take it to the computer shop. I have tried downloading what appears to be free stuff but then it removes a tiny bit and asks for money to remove the rest. Can someone help please? I will say thanks in advance as often I can’t get onto the internet.
I am running Windows XP.
Give me a break please? I am 60yrs old. I just ask for a web site to go to. All ‘yr comp talk’ actually means diddly squat, I don’t understand, so sorry, I know you all mean well. Just help a pensioner with the technology, which is way beyond me really. I do try to keep up, honestly!!!!!!!!!
It is possible that the infection you are trying to remove will not allow you to download files on the infected computer. If this is the case, then you will need to download the files suggested to another computer and then transfer them to the infected computer via a CD/DVD, external drive, or USB flash drive. A CD+R is best because it is read only and will prevent infecting the clean computer you have downloaded from if you have to use it to get more downloads.
Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware
Please download to your desktop.
http://www.malwarebytes.org/
The Free Version
* Double-click mbam-setup.exe and follow the prompts to install the program.
* At the end, be sure a checkmark is placed next to the following:
o Update Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware
o Launch Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware
* Then click Finish.
* If an update is found, it will download and install the latest version.
* Once the program has loaded, select Perform quick scan, then click Scan.
* When the scan is complete, click OK, then Show Results to view the results.
* Be sure that everything is checked, and click Remove Selected.
See the Tutorial for specific instructions.
Malwarebytes’ Tutorial
http://vmsar.wordpress.com/2010/02/12/malwarebytes-tutorial/
SUPERAntiSpyware
http://www.superantispyware.com/
SUPERAntiSpyware Tutorial
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/virus-removal/how-to-use-superantispyware-tutorial
HitmanPro
http://www.surfright.nl/en/hitmanpro
Dr.Web CureIt!
http://www.freedrweb.com/cureit/
ATF For cleaning of Temp Files & the Java cache
http://www.atribune.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=25&Itemid=25
Ccleaner for a good clean-up
http://www.filehippo.com/download_ccleaner
Ad-Aware [working-freeware, personal use] (Works with Netbook) [wrkx w/ Netbooks]
http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaware/
Ad-Aware Personal provides advanced protection from known data-mining, aggressive advertising, Trojans, dialers, malware, browser hijackers, and tracking components. This software is downloadable free of charge for personal use.
Microsoft AntiSpyware is now Windows Defender [wrkx w/ Netbooks]
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx
[working-freeware from Microsoft]
(Works with Netbook) [wrkx w/ Netbooks]
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx
Windows Defender is a free program that helps protect your computer against pop-ups, slow performance, and security threats caused by spyware and other unwanted software. It features Real-Time Protection, a monitoring system that recommends actions against spyware when it’s detected, and a new streamlined interface that minimizes interruptions and helps you stay productive.
a-squared trojan remover (Free Working Version for life and Proactive Premium Version) [NOW WITH IKARUS ANTIVIRUS] [wrkx w/ Netbooks]
http://www.emsisoft.com/en/software/free/
(Many awards – probably best antimalware in world ! Largest world database defintions – over 3 1/2 Million ! Detects botnet infection and removes safely…. premium version blocks botnet infections)
a-squared (antispyware) is a complementary product to antivirus software and desktop firewalls on MS Windows computers. Antivirus software specializes in detecting classic viruses. Many available products have weaknesses in detecting other malicious software (Malware) like Trojans, Dialers, Worms and Spyware (Adware). a-squared fills the gap that malware writers exploit. Automatic updates: In a-squared Free the updater must be run manually. The auto-update feature of a-squared Personal checks hourly for new available updates and installs them automatically. a-squared Free is freeware! You can download and use it completely for free.
Do a quick scan with Malwarebytes its very effective and free, you may have to download it to a USB memory stick from another computer and transfer it to the infected one if you are unable to get on the internet.
If Malwarebytes doesn’t remove the infection try Hitman Pro it scans with five different anti-virus engines at once, simply activate the 30 day free trial then once you PC has been cleaned remove it.
http://www.malwarebytes.com
http://www.surfright.nl/en/hitmanpro
Please email me and let me know if it worked, thanks
Yes Ad aware http://www.iyogi.ca/virus-removal-support/ad-aware-support.html is the best adware/malware removal tool for you..
With installing Ad-aware on your system, you can simply rest at ease, as with putting least strain on system resources, it will protect your PC from spyware, rootkits, viruses, Trojans, password stealers, keyloggers, and much more.
The best anti-malware tool is MalwareBytes AntiMalware:
http://download.cnet.com/Malwarebytes-Anti-Malware/3000-8022_4-10804572.html
Two other good free ones are SuperAntiSpyware and Hitman Pro:
http://download.cnet.com/SuperAntiSpyware-Free-Edition/3000-8022_4-10523889.html
http://download.cnet.com/Hitman-Pro-3/3000-2239_4-10895604.html
and ClamWin is a good completely free anti-virus tool:
https://sourceforge.net/projects/clamwin/