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slofox
24th August 2016, 08:30
I seem to have a problem with some adware that has installed itself into the system - called something like "tpnads".

In the past I have used spybot to remove such stuff. However, the latest download of Spybot refuses to do a "total system scan" for a reason that continues to elude me. Any ideas? Or other software that would do the same job?

System runs W7 64 bit, home edition.

Thanks.
The End
24th August 2016, 08:50
Malwarebytes is a popular choice. Click on download - there's a free trial of the full version which should get rid of everything causing you trouble

https://www.malwarebytes.com/
BuzzardNZ
24th August 2016, 09:16
Those Indian dudes ( from 'Microsoft' ) that always ring when you're just about to have your dinner should be able to help you out :eek:
Blackbird
24th August 2016, 10:28
Malwarebytes is a popular choice. Click on download - there's a free trial of the full version which should get rid of everything causing you trouble

https://www.malwarebytes.com/

+1 with Malware bytes. I have the Pro version which is essentially "fire and forget" after you've set up a suitable check schedule. I've also used Webroot Secure Anywhere Anti-Virus/Anti-Malware for a few years. It gets great reviews and doesn't hog your computer like some other apps. Here's a link to one review: http://au.pcmag.com/webroot-secureanywhere-antivirus-2015/25181/review/webroot-secureanywhere-antivirus-2015
Akzle
24th August 2016, 10:58
adaware, avast,,, or y'know. linux.

alternatively roll back to one of your backups previous to the infection.
slofox
24th August 2016, 11:17
Thanks all. Malwarebytes is the one I couldn't remember...:drool:
Big Dog
24th August 2016, 12:56
Bit defender has a bad habit of blocking other av especially freeware av

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Big Dog
24th August 2016, 12:57
Turn off bit defender.
If that does not help try running spy bot in 32 bit compatibility. An earlier signature may not be blocked.

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mashman
24th August 2016, 16:20
Malwarebytes is a popular choice. Click on download - there's a free trial of the full version which should get rid of everything causing you trouble

https://www.malwarebytes.com/

+1... although I went for the paid version.