Spigot/Search Protection found on computer ~HELP please

[shaggy5]

yes

[kevinf80]

Go to the following link and run both method 1 and method 2, let me know if this works..... I dont personally use Chrome so have little experience.....

 

http://en.kioskea.net/faq/29225-google-chrome-restore-to-default-settings

[shaggy5]

Took me a few minutes to get back here b/c I lost all of my bookmarks with that last one, but managed to get some back. Had this forum in there. :-)   That seems to have worked for now. What on earth is that all about and why do I keep having that issue??  

[shaggy5]

I need to go lay down but will check back first thing in the am. Thank you for all of your help (yes, I keep saying it b/c I really mean it!)

[kevinf80]

The problem only lies in Chrome, this an awful browser that will save all settings, as we kill them off they seem to come back. Removing the Default folder is the best way to get rid of everything total....

 

Yes post back when you`re ready, is nearly 1am for me so am calling time. Will reply later after you re-post.... I will show you my security set up if you want, does not include Chrome.....lol..

[shaggy5]

Thank you for all of your help as you have been great!!!  If that  happens again, should I go through and do that removal of the default browser again?  Trust me when I say there is NOTHING online about that issue and this was the only place that was able to help that!!!  

[kevinf80]

In my experience with Chrome (which is not much) seems to be removal of the default folder, at least that way nothing is saved and a quick fix is found. I just do not use Chrome as it seems to have too many pitfalls....

 

This is my set up for Windows 7:

 

Windows own Firewall, Microsoft Security Essentials and Malwarebytes Pro. Windows FW and MSE are free, MB does also have a free version, however I prefer the pro version as it provides auto updates and realtime protection. Cost is about £20 for a lifetime license.

 

As an extra layer I also use WinPatrol, the free version is adeqaute for general home use. Available here: http://www.winpatrol.com/download.html

 

For my browser I use Firefox with these addons: Web of Trust, Adblock Plus, Flash Block, NoScipt, Ghostery. When Firefox is open select these keys together :- Ctrl - Shift - A that will access Addons manger, this gives access to find addons, use, start, stop or disable those features etc....

Before using NoScript read from this link http://noscript.net/ makes it easy to understand....

 

Understanding Windows 7 Firewall - http://windows.microsoft.com/en-GB/windows7/Understanding-Windows-Firewall-settings

 

Understanding Microsoft Security Essentials - http://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/security/pc-security/mse.aspx

 

Understanding Malwarebytes, how to create an exclusion in MSE - http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?showtopic=10138&st=0&p=162100entry162100

 

Understanding WinPatrol - http://www.winpatrol.com/features.html

 

I also use the Professional version of Sandboxie, I believe there is also free version available. Visit this link http://www.sandboxie.com/ for access to d/l, also make sure to use the "Help and FAQ" option to understand its uses, specifically how to run your browser sandboxed!.

 

Read the following link to fully understand PC security and best practices....

 

http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/407147/answers-to-common-security-questions-best-practices/#entry2316629

 

Are we now ok to close?

 

Take care,

 

Kevin

[shaggy5]

Thank you for all the information and YES we are ok to close. You have been amazingly helpful to me and I can not thank you enough for everything!!!  Cross your fingers that I don't need your help every again, but if I do, I know that I can come here and will be in good hands.  Have a wonderful day and thank you again and again!

[Maurice Naggar]

Since this issue is resolved I will close the thread to prevent others from posting here. If you need assistance please start your own topic and someone will be happy to assist you.