Posts Tagged ‘computer’

If I have Norton Internet Security 2005, do I also need to have Webroot Spy Sweeper?

I currently have both, and they are about to expire. Is there a benefit to having spy sweeper in addition to norton, or is just norton internet security secure enough? I currently have both, and they are about to expire. Is there a benefit to having spy sweeper in addition to norton, or is just [...]

Limewire with Webroot Spy Sweeper Program?

i have the webroot spy sweeper and antivirus program installed on my computer, but it blocks limewire from connecting to the network. what do i have to do to temporarily modify webroot’s settings to allow limewire to connect? Chosen Answer: There should be a place in options for exclusions.Click the browse button and go to [...]

What is the best download utility to buy, to clean/repair and protect my Registry?

A Registry Mechanic (installed on my Desktop) scan showed 24 shared DLL’s, 75 Temporary/Shortcut and 14 Deep Scan problems/errors. Unfortunately, I’m not a computer nerd and so, I don’t know what all that stuff means. I haven’t purchased it (Registry Mechanic/PC Tools), yet. I don’t know what a computer “registry” is. I’m also receiving prompts [...]

I have Webroot Spy Sweeper on my computer and it has detected a trojan on my laptop. How can I get rid of it?

If I reboot my computer and basically start all over will it remove the Trojan? Or what other method should I use? I have heard that by going to the command prop you can get rid of it there but I do not know where to look for it. I have tried by searching for [...]

What is a good antivirus and antispyware for a 64-bit operating system?

I just bought a new computer and I upgraded to Vista Ultimate which is 64-bit. I tried to install my usual Webroot spysweeper, but it said that it is not compatible with 64-bit operating systems. Does anyone know of a good one that works on Ultimate? Thanks! Chosen Answer: kasperksy by: jay p on: 4th [...]

Is my computer infected by a virus?

A window popped-up, telling me that my computer had bee infected by a virus. But when I used Norton AntiVirus and Webroot Spy Sweeper to scan and sweep, they found nothing… Help! Chosen Answer: You can check whether your computer is infected by virus, and you can remove these virus from your computer by following [...]

Does the firewall need to be on or off?

Okay sorry for asking more, but if I am trying to install the Webroot Antivirus does the firewall need to be on or off? I am computer challenged, so thank you for your help! Chosen Answer: During installation, have it off. Once it is installed turn it on. by: Sequim PC on: 26th November 08

Why is my computer blocking servers/hosts?

A software update came up today and I can’t access it. I’ve been trying to connect to the Webroot Spy Sweeper website (from my program) for a ‘definition update’ and it won’t let me. My computer is new, not even a month yet. I think this is something I’ll have to check or uncheck within [...]

How Do I Get Rid Of Spy ware?

My computer is infected with spy ware and i’m pretty sure it’s cause of a program I downloaded and the spy ware program I have (Webroot Spy Sweeper) isn’t getting rid of all of it and I can’t even delete the program when I go to Add/Remove Program for some reason,it just won’t let me [...]

How much security do I need?

I have both Norton Internet Security and WebRoot Spy Sweeper.Do I really need both of them? It’s time to renew my subscriptions and I am wondering if I could get away with only one. When I bought my laptop. the salesman suggested both. Can I use only one and if so ,which one is best? [...]