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eXPeri3nc3
post May 5 2007, 11:12 PM

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A point to take note:-
Don't do online scans in safe mode! Besides, it's dangerous to connect to the internet in safe mode, it's like working without any safety net.
eXPeri3nc3
post May 8 2007, 02:50 AM

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QUOTE(ableze_joepardy @ May 7 2007, 10:17 PM)
IMHO, best way to scan PC

1) Scan in Safe Mode
2) Turn off System Restore

Scan regularly.. maybe once a week.. or once a month.. but for me.. once when needed tongue.gif
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You're killing yourself if you do so.
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post May 8 2007, 06:01 PM

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QUOTE(tan_pang @ May 8 2007, 03:38 PM)
i think except the order is reverse
nothing will kill him...
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Wrong as well, one should not ever try to turn off System Restore whilst doing a scan, it acts as a safety wall tho it might be infected.
Anyhow, you can just purge it and create a new restore point when you're clean.

 

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