[AdamIsAdam]

ok. got it! I have Avast running and changed the PUP settings. the laptop seems to be running ok as well. I'll keep playing and report back.

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Grand, when you are happy let me know and we will tidy up

[Essexboy]

Grand, when you are happy let me know and we will tidy up

[AdamIsAdam]

I'm happy to report that (knock wood) I see no more pop-up issues. Overall, the laptop is working well.

THANKS!

Do you have a suggested donation amount?

[Essexboy]

Do you have a suggested donation amount?

No that is purely at your discretion

In that case methinks I will send you on your merry way

Subject to no further problems

I will remove my tools now and give some recommendations, but, I would like you to run for 24 hours or so and come back if you have any problems

Now the best part of the day ----- Your log now appears clean

A good workman always cleans up after himself so..The following will implement some cleanup procedures as well as reset System Restore points:

Delete JRT from the desktop

Run OTL and hit the cleanup button. It will remove all the programmes we have used plus itself.

Clear Restore Points

Go Start > All Programmes > Accessories > System tools
Right click Disc Cleanup and select run as administrator
When it pops up at the first prompt select OK after it has done some calculations the tabs will appear
Select More Options tab
Press Sytem Restore and Shadow Copies Cleanup button

Now that you are clean, to help protect your computer in the future I recommend that you get the following free programmes:

Malwarebytes.

Update and run weekly to keep your system clean

Download and install FileHippo update checker and run it monthly it will show you which programmes on your system need updating and give a download link

If you use on-line banking then as an added layer of protection install Trusteer Rapport

It is critical to have both a firewall and anti virus to protect your system and to keep them updated. To keep your operating system up to date visit

• Microsoft Windows Update

To learn more about how to protect yourself while on the internet read our little guide How did I get infected in the first place ?Keep safe

[Essexboy]

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