Clean Up And Prevent Infection

If you use a Windows based computer, you probably know all about protecting yourself from Malware, worms and other nasty stuff. It isn’t that other OSes aren’t vulnerable, they are. It’s partially because Windows is more widely used so those wishing to create chaos are naturally drawn to Windows.

Anyone who has been infected by one of these exploits knows the signs. Your computer slows down. Your interent connection slows down or gets flaky. Windows pop up. The machine shuts down. And those are just some of the things you may notice; other behaviors may be happening underground that are even more dangerous. Your files may be erased, sent out to random email addresses or who knows what else.

If you’re going through this or if you just want to be prepared for the chance that it might happen to you, check out Castle Cops Malware Removal and Prevention Guide. Read carefully. Follow all the instructions. Download the programs that are listed and run them in the order the Guide gives you.

These are some of the best programsfor cleaning a computer. They each hunt down bad files, clutter and general nonsense from your drive. It’s like they have Nikon rifle scopes honing in on each problem file. Of course, you want to always back up your machine first, just in case something is removed that shouldn’t have been.

For additional help, check out Castle Cops refernce on HijackThis as well as how to get help with your Hijack This log.

Once you’re all squeaky clean, follow the instructions to Prevent Re-infection. And stay alert!