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Kingofalldems

(38,452 posts)
Sun Apr 29, 2012, 12:43 PM Apr 2012

Script errors

Last edited Sun Apr 29, 2012, 01:13 PM - Edit history (1)

I now get daily 'script error' messages when loading websites. Mostly happens at the end of the day. Suggestions? Also lately my computer shuts down and restarts for no apparent reason lately, again it is when I surf to a new website. Thanks in advance.

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Script errors (Original Post) Kingofalldems Apr 2012 OP
Time for a malware scan. Check link for a portable ver of SuperAntiSpyware CK_John Apr 2012 #1
Thanks, I downloaded this and it found adware Kingofalldems May 2012 #3
MalwareBytes.org frankie May 2012 #2
Thanks, if the one that CK John recced Kingofalldems May 2012 #4

CK_John

(10,005 posts)
1. Time for a malware scan. Check link for a portable ver of SuperAntiSpyware
Mon Apr 30, 2012, 09:39 AM
Apr 2012

This is for use on a flash drive. On your first run do an update first and then scan the flashdrive to make sure it is clean then do a quick scan of your machine. Hopefully this clear your machine.

Another very helpful app to run (monthly) is DiskCleanup. Found in the programs->accessories->system tools folder.


http://www.superantispyware.com/portablescannerhome.html

If you don't have a flashdrive handy just download regular version.

http://www.superantispyware.com/downloadfile.html?productid=SUPERANTISPYWAREFREE

Kingofalldems

(38,452 posts)
3. Thanks, I downloaded this and it found adware
Tue May 1, 2012, 10:11 AM
May 2012

and removed it. I didn't notice but does this scan for malware also? If so, none found apparently. My computer running beeter now. Thanks.

frankie

(53 posts)
2. MalwareBytes.org
Tue May 1, 2012, 09:46 AM
May 2012

1: Assuming you just use whatever antivirus came with the computer (or came from your ISP), check if the subscription has expired, and either renew it or replace it with a free antivirus. Whatever you do, keep your antivirus updated and check it regularly.

2: Install, update, and run at least one anti-malware program, in addition to your antivirus.

Download links: [link]http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2388652,00.asp[/link]

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