[Windows Explorer]

Hi,

I too recommend you to scan for various malware. However, a solution that might work for you is to run these 2 DOS commands:

 

C:\>attrib -S -H -R C:\autorun.inf

 

C:\>del /F C:\autorun.inf

 

then repeat the procedure with:

 

D:\>attrib -S -H -R C:\autorun.inf

 

D:\>del /F C:\autorun.inf

[any free icon/cursor editor?]

Hi

http://www.photofiltre.com/

but i'm not sure if it supports cursor, it's full graphic software but small in size.

hope it can help you

[Does anyone know a freeware program that can do this?]

I'm not 100% sure, but this software might be able to do that

http://www.ghostsecurity.com/index.php?page=procx

hope it will help

[Good alternatives to Nero ?]

I use Nero Express 6 mostly for burning, but I have not found a freeware, that would allow to copy a disc on HDD, like image. I use .nrg images as backups.

 

cdburnerxp pro can create image files, it creates .ISO image files.

[New Firewall]

Hi

I would recommand Netveda Saftey.net

I'ts freeware, I'm using it for about a month now and i'm very pleased with it.

It is a little less intoitive to configure in the first run compared to ZA but there is a manual and support in the company site so i think you'll manage that easly.

You just have to first choose your internet and\or network connection from the main window and from that moment on it will perform just like ZA with the messege window asking for permission and etc.

After you configure it go to ShieldsUp and run the tests to see how affective the firewall is. If you configured it right you should pass all the tests

you can continue and set rules and configure it more deeply (read the manual) but you don't have to and after the first config just allow\deny access of programs.

If you want to read more user opinions here are some

http://www.snapfiles.com/opinions/NetVeda_...Safety-Net.html

http://www.download.com/NetVeda-Safety-Net...html?tag=tab_ur

hope it will help

bye