I got a phishing spam PayPal email that mimics the address Support.com in my Gmail account, with title “Important Message” and a html file (Restore_Your_PayPal_Account.html) that asks me to fill up my Credit The form sends the filled in details to the host http://74.108.18.44/user/infos.php
and when processed it will redirect you to the PayPal web site. When we tested this we got a Microsoft OLE DB Provider for ODBC Driver error as a result. which is not paypal’s website. Here’s part of the heading of the email from the original message, which can be seen in GMail by clicking the…
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Phishing PayPal email includes web form
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Recover from a Corrupted Registry in Windows XP
When Will This Recovery Work?You’ll want to use the steps on this page to recover from a corrupted registry when you have already tried other options such as System Restore and you receive a message similar to one of the following when you try to boot your computer with Windows XP. * Windows XP could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: \WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\CONFIG\SYSTEM * Windows XP could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: \WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\CONFIG\SOFTWARE * Stop: c0000218 {Registry File Failure} The registry cannot load the hive (file): \SystemRoot\System32\Config\SOFTWARE or its log or…
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CCleaner 2.21.940
CCleaner is a freeware system optimization and privacy tool It removes unused files from your system allowing Windows to run faster and freeing up valuable hard disk space It also cleans traces of your online activities such as your Internet history But the best part is that it 39 s fast normally taking less than a second to run and contains NO Spyware or Adware
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How To: Set Up A New System From Scratch
The question frequently comes up about how to format and install XP from scratch. Following are the steps I take when I get a new system. I mention the “brand names” of software I use not as an endorsement or recommendation, but just for the sake of example. After unpacking and connecting all hardware, here’s what I do: 1. Partition the HD according to my preference, thus deleting everything on the drive (the number and size of partitions is entirely up to the individual user – I prefer several, keeping the OS on c: and various programs, cache folders, swap…
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Hiren’s BootCD 9.9
Hiren 39 s Boot CD is a boot CD containing various diagnostic programs such as partitioning agents system performance benchmarks disk cloning and imaging tools data recovery tools MBR tools BIOS tools and many others for fixing various computer problems It is a Bootable CD thus it can be useful even if the primary operating system cannot be booted Hiren 39 s Boot CD has an extensive list of software Utilities with similar functionality on the CD are grouped together and seem redundant however they present choices through UI 39 s differences and options in what they can do nbsp…
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Turn off System Restore to save space
By default, Windows XP keeps a backup of system files in the System Volume Information folder. This can eat up valuable space on your hard drive. If you don’t want Windows to back up your system files: 1. Open the Control Panel2. Double-click on system3. Click the System Restore tab4. Check “Turn off System Restore on all drives”5. Hit Apply6. You may now delete the System Volume Information folder. Warning! If you turn this off you will not be able to use Windows System Restore to restore your system in case of failure.
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System Restore Calendar Missing
If you open System Restore and try to choose a restore point but the calendar is missing, it’s probably the Hypertext Markup Language Component associatiion (.htc) that is missing or corrupt. Cut and paste everyting below into notepad, save it as a .reg file, and then double-click on it and let it put the information into the registry: Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.htc]“Content Type”=”text/x-component”@=”htcfile”[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\MIME\Database\Content Type\text/x-component]“CLSID”=”{3050f4f8-98b5-11cf-bb82-00aa00bdce0b}”"Extensi on”=”.htc”HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{3050f4f8-98b5-11cf-bb 82-00aa00bdce0b}]@=”Microsoft Html Component” [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{3050f4f8-98b5-11cf-bb82-00aa00bdce0b}\InProcServer32]@=”C:\\WINDOWS\\System32\\mshtml.dll”"ThreadingModel”=”A partment”"[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\.htc]“Content Type”=”text/x-component”@=”htcfile
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Symantec Backup Exec System Recovery 8.5.3
Symantec Backup Exec System Recovery formerly LiveState Recovery combines the speed and reliability of disk based bare metal Windows reg system recovery with revolutionary technologies for hardware independent restoration and lights out operation The result is unparalleled freedom to restore systems anytime from anywhere to virtually any device Symantec Backup Exec trade System Recovery 8 is the gold standard in complete Windows reg system recovery with the ability to restore systems in minutes even to dissimilar hardware or virtual environments Now includes flexible offsite protection and enhanced data recovery capabilities integration with Symantec security and systems management solutions and support…
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How to get rid of Vista Administrative Password
Trick 1: System RestoreThis only works in cases where you changed your password to something new and then forgot it or deleted a user account by accident. In order for this to work, there must be a System Restore point at which a logon was successful for the problem account. Also, this is not a problem if you are in a domain environment because the Domain Administrator can always reset your password.1. The first thing you’ll need to do is make sure you have your Windows Vista DVD or a repair disc. Insert the disc and then restart the computer.…
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DFX Audio Enhancer 9.103 For All + KeyGen
DFX enhances your music listening experience by improving the sound quality of MP3 Windows Media Internet radio and other music files With DFX you can transform the sound of your PC into that of an expensive stereo system placed in a perfectly designed listening environment Renew stereo depth boost your audio levels and produce a deep rich bass sound nbsp DFX Audio Enhancement Features bull Advanced DSP Sound Enhancement Effects bull Speakers and Headphones Optimization bull Finely tuned Customizable Music Presets bull Dynamic Sound Spectrum Analyzer bull Powerful Audio Processing Modes bull Stylish Shapely Skins bull Space Saving Mini mode…
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DFX Audio Enhancer 9.103 All Version
DFX enhances your music listening experience by improving the sound quality of MP3 Windows Media Internet radio and other music files With DFX you can transform the sound of your PC into that of an expensive stereo system placed in a perfectly designed listening environment Renew stereo depth boost your audio levels and produce a deep rich bass sound nbsp DFX Audio Enhancement Features bull Advanced DSP Sound Enhancement Effects bull Speakers and Headphones Optimization bull Finely tuned Customizable Music Presets bull Dynamic Sound Spectrum Analyzer bull Powerful Audio Processing Modes bull Stylish Shapely Skins bull Space Saving Mini mode…
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DFX Audio Enhancer 9.101
DFX enhances your music listening experience by improving the sound quality of MP3 Windows Media Internet radio and other music files With DFX you can transform the sound of your PC into that of an expensive stereo system placed in a perfectly designed listening environment Renew stereo depth boost your audio levels and produce a deep rich bass sound nbsp DFX Audio Enhancement Features bull Advanced DSP Sound Enhancement Effects bull Speakers and Headphones Optimization bull Finely tuned Customizable Music Presets bull Dynamic Sound Spectrum Analyzer bull Powerful Audio Processing Modes bull Stylish Shapely Skins bull Space Saving Mini mode…
