Google Search Results Redirected
T4C Custom Portables
We offer a large variety of storage buildings, including greenhouses, playhouses, gazebos and finished-out cabins & offices. We also build permanent structures with concrete foundations.
97 hits since 02-14-2008
Webb, Stokes & Sparks,
Call 1-800-727-4529 for a free consultation if you believe you have a personal injury claim after a car or truck accident, a workplace or oilfield accident, or from using a defective product.
32 hits since 04-01-2008
The San Angelo YMCA
Visit our website to learn more about our state-of-the-art facility and fitness equipment.
52 hits since 03-09-2008
Symptoms:
You search for something at Google, or other search engines for that matter, and when you click the search results, you're redirected to a related web page or search page, but NOT the original search result page.
Cause:
PORN! Well, that's at least one known cause. Someone on your computer may have been trying to view a certain pornographic video that requires a "special codec" to view. You get prompted to download the new codec and, in the installation file, there is some kind of spyware or adware infection.
Solution:
Don't be cheap. To clean this infection, correctly, you may need to part with some cash. Some of the tools you'll need are free, others can cost a little bit. Download the necessary tools and print these instructions, before you begin the cleanup process. This will prevent you from having to return to this page after each reboot.
1. Turn off System Restore. Right-click on My Computer and choose Properties. Click on the System Restore tab. Check the box that says "Turn off System Restore on all drives." This will help to prevent a reinfection.
2. Cleanup ALL temporary files. This is explained, in more detail, here (opens in a new window).
3. Install, update and run Spybot Search & Destroy (free). Make sure you're running a FULL SYSTEM SCAN. Reboot.
4. Install, update and run Webroot Spy Sweeper (free trial or $19.95 if you pay attention during installation). Make sure you're running a FULL SYSTEM SCAN. Reboot.
5. Download Fixwareout.exe. Once downloaded, double-click the file to run it. Make sure you allow any firewall programs to run the software. Follow the instructions. You will need to reboot your computer and the startup process will be much slower than normal, but don't worry...you'll be given a prompt when it is done removing the problem.
6. Once the infection has been cleaned and you know your computer is running properly, you can turn System Restore back on.
We'd like to know if this helps you. Please drop us a line and let us know how you make out. Some people may need further instruction. Don't be afraid to ask.
| Computer Repair Articles | > | Google's Search Results Redirected |
