Do not use Combofix on your own!!

Only issue I've had from using ComboFix was losing Internet connection. But, was an easy fix.

John

I did not know it might foo bar the system, but I was already looking at a reinstall due to what I thought was nasty malware.
It did have nasty malware because combo fix simply made it work again.
A long list of programs were quarantined.
So if your stuck then go ahead, if you planned on a reinstall anyway.

+1 I agree. Using tools like these for the first time, you would need you to read instructions. some people just skip reading instructions and thinking they can figure it out for themselves, which is not such a good idea. if YOU use combofix on your own and something goes wrong, BAM! Your system would be Destabilized, possibly causing loss of data.

I agree Combofix is a great malware removal tool, one of the best in my opinon. I would suggest you join their forums and have them teach you how it really works. It is very powerful removal tool if you have been trained to use it.

I assume you meant "if not used WITH trained supervision"?

Ok ... where would I find a certified malware instructor?

Jacee said:

This is a 'specialized/heavy duty tool' and it can render your computer as a doorstop if not used without trained supervision. Please don't download and run it unless you are asked to do so by a "certified" malware instuctor who has gone through the use and special training of this Application.