Computer Troubleshooting

A virus can ruin a perfectly healthy computer. A virus can steal your personal information and even frame you for collecting child pornography, according to an article in The Huffington Post....

The winload.exe virus is a nasty bug that can do a variety of annoying things to your Windows-based PC. From keeping you logged out to changing system settings, nothing is more annoying than...

You might have a computer virus if your computer starts running slowly, freezing up, getting pop-ups, or generally won't operate correctly. Many viruses can be wiped away with antivirus software,...

A Trojan virus is not always easy to detect on a computer system. It typically takes on the appearance of something good or useful for your computer when, in fact, its purpose it to do harm to...

Do you ever wonder why your computer takes forever to boot up? Or why you can't run too many programs at once. Maybe you have a problem with unwanted pop-ups interrupting your internet browsing....

Lexplore.exe is a virus that can infect your computer through infected files, browser exploits or other methods. It is particularly dangerous because it can send your personal information to the...

The easiest way to get rid of viruses is to use an antivirus program. There are plenty of free and efficient ones available (e.g., ComboFix). However, if you don't want to download a program, you...

A Trojan is a computer virus that is usually installed without the user's permission. Trojans are common and usually not very difficult to remove using the appropriate antivirus program.

In this day and age, we all rely on our computers (portable laptops, more specifically, especially for people on the go) for a lot of things. Thus, it is important to take care of them in order to...

Computer virus can damage your computer files if you do not remove them. You can easily get a computer virus when you download or open an item that has been infected with a virus. For example,...

A computer virus can severely damage your computer or even render it inoperable. Fortunately, it can be fixable. There are professionals you can hire to fix your computer if you encounter a virus....

A virus is a program that will install itself on your computer without your knowledge. Computer viruses can slow down your system, and more serious varieties can transmit personal data across the...

If your computer has been attacked by Antivirus System Pro, then you know how much it can ruin your day. Like you, my computer was attacked a couple of days ago. Because my computer wouldn't let...

This guide should help you get rid of the average file-based virus. These viruses often rely on explorer.exe, so you won't be able to just delete them while viewing them in Windows...

If you think you might have a virus or you know you do its better save than sorry.

The Sysprotect virus is a computer virus that will redirect your Internet browser to certain websites that will say that your machine is infected. While it's true that your machine may be...

The "Military Clock Virus" infects your computer by changing your system clock to military time and deletes the registry tab allowing you to change your desktop wallpaper. It replaces your...

Here are a few quick fixes to dealing with a computer that has slowed down over the years. There are hundreds of solutions out there and most of them charge you money, but here are a few free...

Viruses and spyware go hand-in-hand because they share many similarities. They are installed the same way: through infected emails, webpages and downloads. They behave in a similar fashion:...

The Baguio strawberry virus, or promise virus, is a computer virus that infects the Windows operating system, particularly Windows XP. The statement, "I am still waiting for the strawberry coming...

A boot virus is a virus that infects hard drives. Because of the nature of boot viruses, they are more dangerous than normal spyware, as they can ruin important files needed to run programs on...

Dynamic Link Library (DLL) files are a fixture of Microsoft's Windows operating system. Regular users of the Windows OS never know the files are running thanks to an automated process called...

A virus on your personal computer is a real menace and can cause some functions to be disabled, including the Task Manager, the command prompt and/or the registry editor. Personal computer...

. The most effective way to deal with a virus problem is to begin to protect your computer before a virus ever hits. Just think of the anti-virus software as a type of preventative medicine for...

Win32.NetSky is a computer virus found mainly in email attachments. The virus is activated when the user downloads and runs the attachment. Using a more thorough third party antivirus software...

Zedo, ZedoBlast! and Powered by Zedo are all spyware (browser hijacks, to be specific). Zedo pop-ups are triggered when the user tries to use a search engine. Zedo will display search-related...

PCs rarely have problems when they are new. Even older systems that still run Windows 98 run efficiently when they're new because they have no issues (yet). Eventually, long-term use causes a...

Virus alerts are designed to inform users when their computer is infected or at risk of being infected by a virus. But some programs alert users about viruses and potential problems on an...

The Conflicker, or Conficker, virus, a common virus infecting computers worldwide, has had several variations and has caught national attention. To determine if your computer is affected, look for...

You can remove viruses and spyware from your computer without spending a dime. This tutorial will get rid of viruses and spyware for free without losing any of your information.

In the best-case scenario, an Internet virus in your computer will severely compromise your system resources. Your computer will slow down drastically until the virus is removed. In the worst-case...

The System Security virus is a rogue anti-virus program derived from the Winweb malware program. The virus infects your computer primarily through the use of a fake online computer virus scanner...

Rundll.exe files are important Window system files that are comprised of code and data required to run many programs. Rundll errors can plague computers for various reasons, bringing with them...

The threat of computer viruses and spyware continues to increase as Internet use increases. Although the best security practice is to maintain an active antivirus program, at some point you may...

Viruses are small programs that are designed to infect your computer. While many simply impede your computer's functioning, some are more malicious and may steal your personal information. Thus,...

The file extension IQM is not used by any known software program. However, it has been known to be used by a family of computer viruses. If you find a file with the IQM extension on your computer,...

Computer errors can take on various forms, and each can have a different effect on your computer. Many computer errors can be fixed with free software. Different types of software can solve...

If your computer is not operating in the way in which it should, scanning your computer for problems and then fixing any that are present is an excellent way to bring your computer back up to...

You can pay hundreds of dollars at a certain big box electronics retailer to have an expert diagnose and treat your PC problems, or you can use a combination of free software and some common fixes...

Hundreds of pricey programs are available to help you fix your PC. Some that appear to be helpful programs are actually clever ruses to trick you into downloading harmful malware to your computer....

LiveUpdate, the Symantec program that provides Norton Antivirus with virus definition updates, is an important part of the antivirus program. Without LiveUpdate, antivirus definitions and...

Trojans are dangerous programs that install on your computer posing as legitimate programs. Ironically, they often present themselves as anti-spyware programs and other security tools. They...

When I was in college for computer training, my instructor gave us a little advice. This advice is extremely helpful now that I'm out in the field. "A computer is useless unless you use the...

The shutdown virus, technically known as Win32.Sasser virus shuts down the computer in 30 seconds leaving your computer unusable.

Trojan.Downlaoder (Downloader Trojan) is malicious program that secretly installs on your computer posing as a legitimate program. Once it has installed, it launches automatically at computer...

The BCF file extension can refer to a file type used by a number of programs, including label designers, business card designers, and even the popular game The Sims. Unfortunately it has also been...

The Windows registry is a critical part of your computer's operating system, and it is important to keep that registry file properly maintained. When everything is running smoothly you may be...

MSN viruses are viruses that are spread through the MSN Messenger service and can adversely affect your computer's performance. To prevent getting an MSN virus, never click on any links or open...

Identity theft is most commonly committed by hackers gaining access to your private sensitive information, such as names, dates of birth, social security numbers and addresses. This can be done...

Computer viruses and malware have continued to spread at exponential rates as usage of the Internet continues to significantly expand. Many of the latest computer malware threats have been...