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> New to this forum, Desktop saver is gone, white screen with warning message
scarymary1068
post Aug 18 2008, 08:47 AM
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This happened last night, and I have now idea how. My desktop is now white with all the icons, but there is also what appears to be a fake warning message telling me my computer is infected. I have posted my HT log file in the appropriate thread with hopes that someone can tell me what I need to do to resolve this issue. Please be patient with me as I am not exactly a guru on computer related issues. Thanks to anyone who can help with this.
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post Aug 18 2008, 09:51 AM
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Hi and welcome to the WTT forums.
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Sorry to hear of the problems with your machine.
The malware fighters over in the malware removal forum are pretty busy at the moment, as the number of folks in trouble, sometimes exceeds the number of trained advisers available.
However please be assured that they will get to your post as soon as they can.
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Welcome to WTT. I hope you can find what you need here.
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