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    Muammar
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    Hey guys, My weekend was spoiled by a virus "thanks to my little brother's pen drive:(" Anyways, I had to install my Norton 2005 and update the virus definition list to date and perform a full scan but Norton really disappointed me when I had to install KasperSky Antivirus that caught 15 more viruses that Norton couldnt detect with its last updates:( Anyhow, I think I'm clean now "hopefully", however I think I have some damage left and I'd be thankful if you can help.. - Whenever I have to open a drive I get the open with list of applications and if I want it to just open, I have to browse for explorer.exe each time I double click on a drive from my computer, alternatively, I would type my drive letter followed by a colon in run. - I cant set the "Show hidden files and folders" and "Hide operation system files" options in folder options, "every time I change these options, they just set back automatically to dont show:(" Would it be helpful if I replaced the explorer/kernel files with a copy from a well functioning windows?? And if yes, can you please email those files to me on[


    Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)](mailto:muammar_y@hotmial.com>muammar_y@hotmial.com</a>
    My windows version is
    <pre>Microsoft Windows XP [Version 5.1.2600]</pre>
    Thank you guys:rose:

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      Hey guys, My weekend was spoiled by a virus "thanks to my little brother's pen drive:(" Anyways, I had to install my Norton 2005 and update the virus definition list to date and perform a full scan but Norton really disappointed me when I had to install KasperSky Antivirus that caught 15 more viruses that Norton couldnt detect with its last updates:( Anyhow, I think I'm clean now "hopefully", however I think I have some damage left and I'd be thankful if you can help.. - Whenever I have to open a drive I get the open with list of applications and if I want it to just open, I have to browse for explorer.exe each time I double click on a drive from my computer, alternatively, I would type my drive letter followed by a colon in run. - I cant set the "Show hidden files and folders" and "Hide operation system files" options in folder options, "every time I change these options, they just set back automatically to dont show:(" Would it be helpful if I replaced the explorer/kernel files with a copy from a well functioning windows?? And if yes, can you please email those files to me on[


      Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)](mailto:muammar_y@hotmial.com>muammar_y@hotmial.com</a>
      My windows version is
      <pre>Microsoft Windows XP [Version 5.1.2600]</pre>
      Thank you guys:rose:

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      _Damian S_
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      If you think these files are corrupted, your best bet would be to do either an in-place reinstall of Windows or use the repair console to get the files off your Windows disk. support.microsoft.com will have details on how to do this.

      ------------------------------------------- Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow; Don't walk behind me, I may not lead; Just bugger off and leave me alone!!

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      • M Muammar

        Hey guys, My weekend was spoiled by a virus "thanks to my little brother's pen drive:(" Anyways, I had to install my Norton 2005 and update the virus definition list to date and perform a full scan but Norton really disappointed me when I had to install KasperSky Antivirus that caught 15 more viruses that Norton couldnt detect with its last updates:( Anyhow, I think I'm clean now "hopefully", however I think I have some damage left and I'd be thankful if you can help.. - Whenever I have to open a drive I get the open with list of applications and if I want it to just open, I have to browse for explorer.exe each time I double click on a drive from my computer, alternatively, I would type my drive letter followed by a colon in run. - I cant set the "Show hidden files and folders" and "Hide operation system files" options in folder options, "every time I change these options, they just set back automatically to dont show:(" Would it be helpful if I replaced the explorer/kernel files with a copy from a well functioning windows?? And if yes, can you please email those files to me on[


        Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)](mailto:muammar_y@hotmial.com>muammar_y@hotmial.com</a>
        My windows version is
        <pre>Microsoft Windows XP [Version 5.1.2600]</pre>
        Thank you guys:rose:

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        benjymous
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        To be honest, your best bet is probably to backup all your data, reformat and install windows from scratch.

        -- Help me! I'm turning into a grapefruit! Buzzwords!

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        • M Muammar

          Hey guys, My weekend was spoiled by a virus "thanks to my little brother's pen drive:(" Anyways, I had to install my Norton 2005 and update the virus definition list to date and perform a full scan but Norton really disappointed me when I had to install KasperSky Antivirus that caught 15 more viruses that Norton couldnt detect with its last updates:( Anyhow, I think I'm clean now "hopefully", however I think I have some damage left and I'd be thankful if you can help.. - Whenever I have to open a drive I get the open with list of applications and if I want it to just open, I have to browse for explorer.exe each time I double click on a drive from my computer, alternatively, I would type my drive letter followed by a colon in run. - I cant set the "Show hidden files and folders" and "Hide operation system files" options in folder options, "every time I change these options, they just set back automatically to dont show:(" Would it be helpful if I replaced the explorer/kernel files with a copy from a well functioning windows?? And if yes, can you please email those files to me on[


          Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)](mailto:muammar_y@hotmial.com>muammar_y@hotmial.com</a>
          My windows version is
          <pre>Microsoft Windows XP [Version 5.1.2600]</pre>
          Thank you guys:rose:

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          NormDroid
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          Muammar© wrote:

          I had to install my Norton 2005

          What? Introduce a even worse virus?

          WPF - Imagineers Wanted Follow your nose using DoubleAnimationUsingPath

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          • M Muammar

            Hey guys, My weekend was spoiled by a virus "thanks to my little brother's pen drive:(" Anyways, I had to install my Norton 2005 and update the virus definition list to date and perform a full scan but Norton really disappointed me when I had to install KasperSky Antivirus that caught 15 more viruses that Norton couldnt detect with its last updates:( Anyhow, I think I'm clean now "hopefully", however I think I have some damage left and I'd be thankful if you can help.. - Whenever I have to open a drive I get the open with list of applications and if I want it to just open, I have to browse for explorer.exe each time I double click on a drive from my computer, alternatively, I would type my drive letter followed by a colon in run. - I cant set the "Show hidden files and folders" and "Hide operation system files" options in folder options, "every time I change these options, they just set back automatically to dont show:(" Would it be helpful if I replaced the explorer/kernel files with a copy from a well functioning windows?? And if yes, can you please email those files to me on[


            Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)](mailto:muammar_y@hotmial.com>muammar_y@hotmial.com</a>
            My windows version is
            <pre>Microsoft Windows XP [Version 5.1.2600]</pre>
            Thank you guys:rose:

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            Hamid Taebi
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            Do you have avpo or NTDE1ECT.COM on the registry and startup items and on the System32?

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              Do you have avpo or NTDE1ECT.COM on the registry and startup items and on the System32?

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              Muammar
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              No, I'm used to delete everything from the startup list, but thanks for helping


              Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)

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              • _ _Damian S_

                If you think these files are corrupted, your best bet would be to do either an in-place reinstall of Windows or use the repair console to get the files off your Windows disk. support.microsoft.com will have details on how to do this.

                ------------------------------------------- Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow; Don't walk behind me, I may not lead; Just bugger off and leave me alone!!

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                Muammar
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                I must try that, I hate windows installation although it's becoming a monthly routine lately:(


                Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)

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                • B benjymous

                  To be honest, your best bet is probably to backup all your data, reformat and install windows from scratch.

                  -- Help me! I'm turning into a grapefruit! Buzzwords!

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                  Muammar
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                  benjymous wrote:

                  reformat and install windows from scratch.

                  Last resort ha:sigh:

                  benjymous wrote:

                  Help me! I'm turning into a grapefruit!

                  I thought you're in shape benjymous;)


                  Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)

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                  • N NormDroid

                    Muammar© wrote:

                    I had to install my Norton 2005

                    What? Introduce a even worse virus?

                    WPF - Imagineers Wanted Follow your nose using DoubleAnimationUsingPath

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                    Muammar
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                    norm .net wrote:

                    What? Introduce a even worse virus?

                    :laugh::laugh: I think I did so! So what are you using norm:)??


                    Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)

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                    • _ _Damian S_

                      If you think these files are corrupted, your best bet would be to do either an in-place reinstall of Windows or use the repair console to get the files off your Windows disk. support.microsoft.com will have details on how to do this.

                      ------------------------------------------- Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow; Don't walk behind me, I may not lead; Just bugger off and leave me alone!!

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                      Joe 2
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                      _Damian S_ wrote:

                      your best bet would be to do either an in-place reinstall of Windows

                      I rather would'nt recommend it when comp is infected with virus.Though little painful attempt, but a better workaround will be to reformat and install the OS from scratch.

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                      • M Muammar

                        Hey guys, My weekend was spoiled by a virus "thanks to my little brother's pen drive:(" Anyways, I had to install my Norton 2005 and update the virus definition list to date and perform a full scan but Norton really disappointed me when I had to install KasperSky Antivirus that caught 15 more viruses that Norton couldnt detect with its last updates:( Anyhow, I think I'm clean now "hopefully", however I think I have some damage left and I'd be thankful if you can help.. - Whenever I have to open a drive I get the open with list of applications and if I want it to just open, I have to browse for explorer.exe each time I double click on a drive from my computer, alternatively, I would type my drive letter followed by a colon in run. - I cant set the "Show hidden files and folders" and "Hide operation system files" options in folder options, "every time I change these options, they just set back automatically to dont show:(" Would it be helpful if I replaced the explorer/kernel files with a copy from a well functioning windows?? And if yes, can you please email those files to me on[


                        Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)](mailto:muammar_y@hotmial.com>muammar_y@hotmial.com</a>
                        My windows version is
                        <pre>Microsoft Windows XP [Version 5.1.2600]</pre>
                        Thank you guys:rose:

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                        Pete OHanlon
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                        Muammar© wrote:

                        This virus is killing me:(

                        It's not really killing you. It hasn't taken out a contract on you and your family has it? It would be a disturbing trend if it did.

                        Deja View - the feeling that you've seen this post before.

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                        • N NormDroid

                          Muammar© wrote:

                          I had to install my Norton 2005

                          What? Introduce a even worse virus?

                          WPF - Imagineers Wanted Follow your nose using DoubleAnimationUsingPath

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                          DavidNohejl
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                          Hah. My friend works for Norton, and even he admits it's crap. But they pay well. :->


                          [My Blog]
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                          • M Muammar

                            Hey guys, My weekend was spoiled by a virus "thanks to my little brother's pen drive:(" Anyways, I had to install my Norton 2005 and update the virus definition list to date and perform a full scan but Norton really disappointed me when I had to install KasperSky Antivirus that caught 15 more viruses that Norton couldnt detect with its last updates:( Anyhow, I think I'm clean now "hopefully", however I think I have some damage left and I'd be thankful if you can help.. - Whenever I have to open a drive I get the open with list of applications and if I want it to just open, I have to browse for explorer.exe each time I double click on a drive from my computer, alternatively, I would type my drive letter followed by a colon in run. - I cant set the "Show hidden files and folders" and "Hide operation system files" options in folder options, "every time I change these options, they just set back automatically to dont show:(" Would it be helpful if I replaced the explorer/kernel files with a copy from a well functioning windows?? And if yes, can you please email those files to me on[


                            Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)](mailto:muammar_y@hotmial.com>muammar_y@hotmial.com</a>
                            My windows version is
                            <pre>Microsoft Windows XP [Version 5.1.2600]</pre>
                            Thank you guys:rose:

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                            RoswellNX
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                            Hook up the infected drive as slave with a working installation as master. This way you don't run the risk of infecting your backup media with whatever is left over. Roswell

                            "Angelinos -- excuse me. There will be civility today."
                            Antonio VillaRaigosa
                            City Mayor, Los Angeles, CA

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                              Muammar© wrote:

                              This virus is killing me:(

                              It's not really killing you. It hasn't taken out a contract on you and your family has it? It would be a disturbing trend if it did.

                              Deja View - the feeling that you've seen this post before.

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                              Muammar
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                              I'm afraid so:sigh: However, I'm living away from my family now "and of course from their viruses too:laugh:"


                              Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)

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                                Hook up the infected drive as slave with a working installation as master. This way you don't run the risk of infecting your backup media with whatever is left over. Roswell

                                "Angelinos -- excuse me. There will be civility today."
                                Antonio VillaRaigosa
                                City Mayor, Los Angeles, CA

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                                Muammar
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                                RoswellNX wrote:

                                Hook up the infected drive as slave

                                It's a laptop, besides I'm against slavery;P Thanks Ros!


                                Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)

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                                • J Joe 2

                                  _Damian S_ wrote:

                                  your best bet would be to do either an in-place reinstall of Windows

                                  I rather would'nt recommend it when comp is infected with virus.Though little painful attempt, but a better workaround will be to reformat and install the OS from scratch.

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                                  _Damian S_
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                                  Fair point if the virus is still there, however I was taking his statement that the virus was gone as the truth...

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                                  • D DavidNohejl

                                    Hah. My friend works for Norton, and even he admits it's crap. But they pay well. :->


                                    [My Blog]
                                    "Visual studio desperately needs some performance improvements. It is sometimes almost as slow as eclipse." - Rüdiger Klaehn
                                    "Real men use mspaint for writing code and notepad for designing graphics." - Anna-Jayne Metcalfe

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                                    Mustafa Ismail Mustafa
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                                    dnh wrote:

                                    My friend works for Norton, and even he admits it's crap

                                    Now there is a quote! :laugh:

                                    "Programming today is a race between software engineers striving to build bigger and better idiot-proof programs, and the Universe trying to produce bigger and better idiots. So far, the Universe is winning." - Rick Cook "There is no wealth like knowledge, no poverty like ignorance." Ali ibn Abi Talib

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                                    • P Pete OHanlon

                                      Muammar© wrote:

                                      This virus is killing me:(

                                      It's not really killing you. It hasn't taken out a contract on you and your family has it? It would be a disturbing trend if it did.

                                      Deja View - the feeling that you've seen this post before.

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                                      Mustafa Ismail Mustafa
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                                      hang on, wasn't there a springer show once where they had a disgruntled computer tried to off its owner because he was cheating on it with the neighbor's "sexy and sleek" Laptop? :-D (I can picture Jerry Springer reading this post and going D'OH!!! Why didn't I think of that?! :laugh:)

                                      "Programming today is a race between software engineers striving to build bigger and better idiot-proof programs, and the Universe trying to produce bigger and better idiots. So far, the Universe is winning." - Rick Cook "There is no wealth like knowledge, no poverty like ignorance." Ali ibn Abi Talib

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                                      • M Muammar

                                        norm .net wrote:

                                        What? Introduce a even worse virus?

                                        :laugh::laugh: I think I did so! So what are you using norm:)??


                                        Smile: A curve that can set a lot of things straight! (\ /) (O.o) (><)

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                                        Nod32

                                        WPF - Imagineers Wanted Follow your nose using DoubleAnimationUsingPath

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                                          Hah. My friend works for Norton, and even he admits it's crap. But they pay well. :->


                                          [My Blog]
                                          "Visual studio desperately needs some performance improvements. It is sometimes almost as slow as eclipse." - Rüdiger Klaehn
                                          "Real men use mspaint for writing code and notepad for designing graphics." - Anna-Jayne Metcalfe

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                                          It's Crystal Reports of the Virus Market.

                                          WPF - Imagineers Wanted Follow your nose using DoubleAnimationUsingPath

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