According to the experts, the Windows Custom Settings represent a danger rating of 73/100 which is quite high. Their simple naming convention hides the true intent of the hackers that have come up with this set of programs. It is best described as a series of fake security alerts which help to persuade the user to purchase a product that is neither useful nor required. Trojans are designed to infiltrate websites and computers while unsuspecting operatives continue to work. You would need a sophisticated monitoring system in order to capture these risks before they get the chance to do real and lasting damage to the person that is running the system. Here are a few tips for users.

1. Vigilance and general awareness: First of all computers need to have some general awareness of the key indicators that affect the way in which the Windows Custom Settings work. This will mean that they can pick up the warning signs before any real damage is done to the system. By undertaking this vigilance you may actually be able to reduce the costs that are incurred as you attempt to fight the system. On the other hand you may also be able to improve the efficiency of the PC that you have been using all along.
2. Public surfing and upgrades: Do not visit websites that have been identified as potential sources of the Windows Custom Settings. You need to read some of the hacker blogs because they are regularly updated by the people that have been the victims of some of these viruses. Once you have been able to pick up all the trends then it becomes easier to put measures in place that will end up protective your PC.
3. Dealing with the alerts: You have two choices when it comes to the fake alerts that are associated with the Windows Custom Settings. First of all you may respond to them and waste your money. Alternatively you can let them run their course and continue working. That means that you will always have to go through the same process as you switch on your PC. This may not be the kind of image that you have of efficiency when you first purchased the computer.
4. Recovering lost money: In the unfortunate event of having responded to the alerts and paid your money, it is important that you contact your credit card company at the earliest opportunity. They will immediately make arrangements to ensure that your money is protected because you can argue that the service has not been delivered or it has been sold under false pretences.
5. Installing a protective software program: Finally you can buy a program such as R-Kill which is known to delete the Windows Custom Settings. You will find that the virus resists this process but you must important the necessary files via the USB port or through a CD. Follow the prompts on the screen until you are sure that the offending software is completely eliminated from your computer system.