I don't know if its my windows computer or the Internet. But here's what is going on: My computer has been slower than it usually is, and the Internet is constantly loosing connection, it first happened to my windows computer, then it started happening to my laptop. Can someone help me?? I don't know what to do!
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The thread discusses a user's issue with a slow computer and intermittent internet connection, initially suspecting a hardware or software problem. Several contributors suggest troubleshooting steps such as scanning for malware, updating Windows and drivers, and using alternative security tools; one specifically recommends replacing McAfee with Microsoft Security Essentials. Overall, the advice focuses on malware removal and system maintenance to resolve the connectivity and performance issues.
The thread discusses a user's issue with a slow computer and intermittent internet connection, initially suspecting a hardware or software problem. Several contributors suggest troubleshooting steps such as scanning for malware, updating Windows and drivers, and using alternative security tools; one specifically recommends replacing McAfee with Microsoft Security Essentials. Overall, the advice focuses on malware removal and system maintenance to resolve the connectivity and performance issues.
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Jimbo22
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First thing to check, is scan the system for any malware, spyware and virus's and other nasty's that might be hiding on one's system. Then make sure windows is update with the latest MS updates, then update any outdated drivers. Then defrag hard drive and reboot system and check for issue.
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First run Malwarebytes Antimalware. Sounds like there is a major problem with your system if the anti-virus has choked up.
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Jimbo22
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Dump McAfee and use MSE (Microsoft Security Essentials) from MS. Also try these to....
Malwarebytes
SuperAntiSpyware http://www.superantispyware.com/
Spybot S&D http://www.safer-networking.org/
Ccleaner
TDSSKiller - it's root kit killer http://usa.kaspersky.com/downloads/tdsskiller
Malwarebytes
SuperAntiSpyware http://www.superantispyware.com/
Spybot S&D http://www.safer-networking.org/
Ccleaner
TDSSKiller - it's root kit killer http://usa.kaspersky.com/downloads/tdsskiller
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