I am confused about this ESET Scanning tool? I don't want to repeat the dialogue about the selections that I seem to have to make re the scans with this app.
I was looking for something like Panda Active Scan that is an online scanner for all malware that is decently reliable to run every once and awhile??
Thank you
Hi Kelly,
Andavari's advice to you was perfect for a user like you.
ESET is a very reliable online scanner.I have it running now as I type.It will also fix anything it can for you.It is the simplest there is.
1. On the webpage Andavari sent you to click on the box that says "Yes,I agree to terms of use"
2. Select "start" button
3. Select the first option and ignore the second option about applications.
4. Select scan.
I understand you are a novice.I was also 6 months ago.I am still learning but I have learned a lot on this forum.Just select the first option and ignore the second option about applications.Then select scan.
I definitely recommend that you install a free real-time anti-virus product like AVG or ANTIVIR.
I use AVG for its ease of use and automatic updates that are very fast.If you chose to use it just don't select any tool bars or other options.You have to deselect these options.You have to hunt your way through the BS but the free version is there.Once you install it you select check for updates to get your files updated until there are no more updates.You can deselect scheduling any auto scans.
I also recommend installing and using SpywareBlaster.It is very simple to install and even simpler to use.It will keep things out of your system.It is not a program that you need to run actively but it sets up your Browsing zones automatically with data to protect when you are using your browser.I use IE7 also and it makes things very easy.
There are too many malicious things being foisted on the inexperienced users like you and I..
I don't know how you ended up here but this forum is a very safe place to get advice and learn.
Use this link to click on these products I have mentioned and read also.I am advising you what is the very minimal protection you need.Scans don't have to be run until you want to do them.
Of course you always want your Windows Firewall on also.
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As security programs get better and better, malware programs get more and more devious.
As far as security goes I recommend you use this link.Bookmark it and Add to Favorites.
http://internetrotsyourbrain.com/rridgely/freesoftware.htm Read his other Posts(Buttons on left)
Good Luck,
davey
P.S. We have all been "Newbies".There are no stupid questions,just stupid answers.Don't be shy.
Any help needed,just ask.
P.S. ESET took 1 1/2 hr to scan 960,000 files
BTW, how do I get rid of the Activex that I had to install to get the Panda Active Scan to work as I would like to delete it if this other program is going to do the job.
After uninstall of Panda in Add/Remove programs , in your browser click Tools > Internet Options > Programs tab at bottom click on "Manage Add-Ons".
Follow instructions under Settings or Delete Active-X.