If there is no other way to get the system clean, I am all for reformatting/reinstalling the OS ( after trying to save as many/much of my pics/files/data/etc.. as possible
I also like Fulcrum's bootable CD recovery/cleaner CD reply
I usually use a combination of
www.malwarebytes.org ( I most times will use the chameleon version of it, so it hides itself from the most pesky virus problems, although the regular name version has worked a good amount of times as wel )
using the above along with RKill, tdsskiller, and sometimes even using regassassin, although I have only used regassassin on a limited basis.......
once I have done a complete run through of the above programs, I will often do 2 or 3 more sweeps
then I will use ESET's online Scanner, once finished with that, and everything is checking out good, I will install ESET Smart Security ( 4.xx, 5.xx , 6.xx and now I think they are up to version7.xx )
If I am not mistaken and recall correctly, the link I provided for malwarebytes, will give you instructions on what order to run these programs in......... be cautious of using regassassin, read all instructions thoroughly )
alot of good posts in this thread, Maxie
pm me or call me if I can be of any help or you want someone to walk you through the process........
Good Luck, Bro
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TC ( Johnny )
