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By ringageek on Dec 12, 2013 in Virus | 0 comments

The Windows Trouble Solver is anything but benign. It comes in the guise of a program that is going to make your PC clean when in fact it is merely an advertising program that is attempting to persuade you to pay for services which you do not really need. There are separate branches of the program that you need to target but the essential process for removing it mirrors some of the other forms of malware that are well known. A simple formula is sufficient to enable you to overcome the challenges that are presented by this program. Identify the entry methods: First of all it might help you if you know where the Windows Troubles Solver came from and its impact. This will be of benefit in terms of preventing future attacks. Normally you are infected when you surf trusted websites that are masking something sinister. For example it has been discovered that the hackers tend to advertize as genuine antivirus providers when in fact they are looking to infect your computer in the process. That is why you have to be very cautious about the types of websites that you visit in your leisure or work time. Go through the scanning process: One of the signs that you have been infected with the Windows Troubles Solver is the series of alerts that you need to scan your computer for phantom threats. Do not ignore this process because it will enable you to close the false program so that you can continue to work. Allow it to scan the computer and then wait until it claims to have fixed the problem. You can then close it to continue to the standard desktop. This is not the end of your efforts because the last thing you want is to repeat the process on a regular basis. Download the cleaning program: Identify the program that you are going to use to clean the system. This can be anything from MBAM to RKill or your normal security provider. The behavior of the Windows Troubles Solver is so sophisticated that it may come up with tricks to prevent you from accessing the new program. For example you may get an alert to...

By ringageek on Dec 12, 2013 in Virus | 0 comments

The Windows Saviour Firewall is no knight in shining armor. If you believe in all the hyperbole that it sends to your computer you may end up paying a heavy price. Instead you should concentrate on making the very best out of the program as it stands. It is a malicious tool which will try to keep your attention for long enough until the alternative programs can start to target you. The destructive nature of the tool is not immediately clear because of the legitimate brand names that it uses. We all know that Microsoft is supposed to be the leading authority in computer usage but this is one way in which that relationship can be exploited. Additional viruses: The Windows Saviour Firewall rarely comes alone. There are other forms of malware that will attach to your computer on the basis that you are a soft target. Trojan viruses are great at identifying any weaknesses in your system and then exploiting them to the maximum. The configuration is arranged in such a way as to be triggered every time that you reboot the computer. Therefore you should not undertake this process even when you are in the middle of the cleaning process. Alerts are announced in language which appears to be very convincing but in reality you will be set up to fail. Do something about it: Do not suffer the inconvenience of the alerts in the hope that they will go away. This is very stubborn software that will continue to trouble you regardless of the situation. Instead of waiting for it to be resolved you should try to change the formula in such a way as to improve your resistance to the programming model. The Windows Saviour Firewall is not as harmless as the name might suggest. First of all the subscriptions that you may enter will be costly on your business model. The invasion of your privacy: Although this is not insidious enough to take your credit card details, it will be monitoring your activity. Therefore you will be forced to enter into financial transactions that are not necessarily in your best interests. That is why it is always advisable to take a very cautious attitude...

By ringageek on Dec 12, 2013 in Virus | 0 comments

The name of the Windows Safeguard Utility hides the true purpose of this piece of malware. You need to be wary of the devastating consequences that it can have on your operations if you do not take the time to remove it at the earliest opportunity. There is no doubt that if you ignore the operations of this software then the performance of your PC will deteriorate to such an extent that you will not be getting any value from the purchase decision that you made earlier. That is why it is advisable to take a cautious approach to the system so that you can get relief accordingly. The latest threat: The world of malware program is constantly changing in response to the protective measures that are being taken by computer owners. Therefore it is not surprising that this particular element is holding sway. The Windows Safeguard Utility will attach itself to the program category on a website. Anyone that visits will be prompted to start the installation process. Once this is completed then a series of false alerts will be released with a view of getting the person to buy products that they do not necessarily need. For all intents and purposes this is an attempt at fraud which you should resist as you operate on your computer. Auto installation: The Windows Safeguard Utility is capable of auto installation and deployment. That means that the risk is renewed every time that you open the computer. This can be frustrating especially if you are doing a lot of work. On the other hand if you are able to buy some protective measures then you may be able to survive some of the worst effects that are associated with this program. Make sure that you watch out for all the signs so that you can take appropriate measures when required to do so. At the same time you have to review the operations according to your business needs. Financial costs: There will be some pop-up ads which encourage you to take on some of the various programs that are on offer. You should keep them at bay because you may be forced to purchase expensive utilities that are not necessarily...

By ringageek on Dec 12, 2013 in Virus | 0 comments

The most important aspect of removing the Windows Risks Prevention program is the fact that you will no longer be held ransom to malware. This threat displays false information that is meant to alarm you into taking actions which are not necessary. Ultimately you are persuaded to buy the full version against your will and when it is clear that you do not need it in the first place. Therefore learning how to remove the Windows Risks Prevention program will save you some money. The malware tends to use the brand name of Microsoft in order to lull the user into a false sense of security. When it strikes the consequences can be devastating. This is a summarized guide on how to remove the offending software. The risk prevention screen: This comes up the moment that you load Windows. You should click the OK button so that the fake scan can continue. Fix the errors when prompted and then close it. A good tip is to press the ALT+F4 function if you do not want to use the mouse or whether the program has frozen this function. Once it closes down then you will be able to use the real Windows program normally. This is when you have to take steps to remove the underlying malware or you will have to go through the same routine every time you want to use the PC. Searching for the source of problems: Click on the start button and then activate the search field. You should type in the strict format for data so that you can get the location of the files that are triggering the reaction on the PC. The screen will open the Application Data Folder for Windows XP and the Roaming Folder for Vista and 7. You should open the Microsoft folder. You will have a file that is named with many numbers and letters but ending in the .exe extension. Rename it without renaming the folder. You can then reboot the computer to put the changes in effect. If there has been malware that has been linked to that file, it will be very difficult for it to find it unless there has been complex code attached...

By ringageek on Dec 12, 2013 in Virus | 0 comments

The Windows Rescue Center is a malware program that is designed to consolidate its hold on your advertizing model. For example it will tell you that you are face with horrifying computer threats which must be dealt with by buying a program. The faked licensed versions of the malware will not protect you. Neither will they help you to get rid of the adverts unless you pay your money. The claim process is tedious and there is no guarantee of success. Therefore it is advisable that you work very hard in order to get rid of the Windows Rescue Center. Ignoring the threat: This is not an option that is sustainable given the fact that you will be required to respond to the various ads that are put out on the program. At first you will merely be notified that there are many viruses on your personal computer. Sometimes the figures can run into hundreds. The people who are not experienced in this sector may decide to actually purchase the recommended pacakges when they are not going to get anything from them. There are some reputable firms such as the Spyware Doctor which have been able to provide relief for users who are fed up of having to reboot their computers from time to time. The selection criteria for your program: You may decide to actually go for the free services that are offered on the internet. The downside to this is the fact that you rarely get a full service from them. There will be serious gaps which you have to deal with. Alternatively you may decide that you will pay about $39 for the package and then be free of the menace that is the Windows Rescue Center. It is all a question of the priorities you have and your willingness to compromise on certain aspects of your responses. For some people it is imperative that they are able to control all the activities of the computer. A case in point is a banking or financial institution. However if you are merely using the PC for surfing then you may work with the free programs. Different protocols for the installation: The people that have written the program...