windows updates
Hallo, I used to have regular alerts for Windows service
updates but since I had a full recovery I cannot see how
to make this automatic again. Could you please direct me
to have automatic alerts for Critical updates?
Thanks
Malvina Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59884
"Cannot Find Server" Message
Hi all. We got an email from a friend a while back that
had no subject with an attachment. The message said, "I
have a new phone number, please update your records". We
opened the attachment and ever since internet explorer
launches continuosly with the message "cannot find
server". The page cannot find server page also pops up.
Then it closes and does it again. Sometimes many copies
are open at the same time. I have scanned it with Norton,
it doesn't find anything. Any suggestions? Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59882
Cookies and Tracking
I have Windows XP Pro sp1 with IE6.0 I also have
installed Adware SE. I just ran scan and found a tracking
on my cookies. I immediately deleted it. I then went
into tools/internet options/privacy/advanced for cookie
handling. Can someone tell me how this should be set?
Should the overide automatic cookie handling be checked
or unchecked and if checked what do I set for 1st party
and 3rd party... Accept, Block, or enable? Any help
would be great. I just ran a scan yesterday and found
8. How do these tracking things get on one's computer? Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59879
Hewlett Packard Certificate
Have had a pop-up that appears to be from HP. However, if you read further,
you will find out that if you click on close or no, you are authorizing the
agent to retrieve data or download data to your computer without your
consent. Looks like a HP certificate but if you look on down, the expiration
date is (I think) 9-02. I have reported it to Microsoft security. Anyone else
seen this thing? It has happened 3 times to me.
--
Sam Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59875
How to isolate laptops from domain until AV is current.
Hello, I need some help! We are having a problem with
users logging on to the domain with laptops that are
infected. Is there a way to isolate systems until their AV
definitions are brought current. We are using NAV
Corporate Edition. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59859
Microsoft's role in Biometric windows authentication???
I was wondering if anyone knows and can tell me where Windows XP stands as
far as supporting biometric devices. I am working on a project and trying to
do a little research. I am working with Windows XP Pro on some IBM Thinkpads
(T42). These laptops are headed to some field users and need to be a little
more secure against theft AND unauthorized access in case they are able to
access our network. Biometrics seems to be my next step to look into. So,
if anyone has any information or any experiences please send them my way.
Thanks! Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59857
Microsoft's role in Biometric windows authentication???
I was wondering if anyone knows and can tell me where Windows XP stands as
far as supporting biometric devices. I am working on a project and trying to
do a little research. I am working with Windows XP Pro on some IBM Thinkpads
(T42). These laptops are headed to some field users and need to be a little
more secure against theft AND unauthorized access in case they are able to
access our network. Biometrics seems to be my next step to look into. So,
if anyone has any information or any experiences please send them my way.
Thanks! Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59856
Advertisements pouring in through IE
When I leave my computer on and only the icons are on the
screen, stuff pours in through the explorer and I can't
figure out a way to block this. The other day I had 30
advertisements to close just to get back to the main
screen. Any help would be appreciated. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59855
Create a computer certificate for non-connected machine?
Here's my scenario: We're doing L2TP VPNs, and we have a very well
functional internal PKI set up (doing EAP-TLS for interal wireless, so
it's well tested).
In doing L2TP VPNs, we need to get certificates on the clients--a User
level certificate stored in the local computer store. That's easy, we
do it with autoenrollment and a GPO on the domain.
However, I have 2 clients that are not part of my domain that need to
get a computer certificate. I can get them the certs for my Root and
issuing certificate authorities, that's easy, but how in the world do
I get them a computer certificate?
Please note, they are completely disconnected. Our Certificate server
is not reachable from the outside world, nor are these computers going
to be toted into the office to be on my network anytime soon. I'm not
doing PPTP to get them in without certificates to make the request.
How can I make a request on their behalf and export something that I
can send via floppy or USB? We're not ready to do smartcards yet.
Gratzi
Edd Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59851
security log
Hi,
What is a "best practice" method of auditing failed logon
attemtps? I have a small AD - 50 users, and am auditing
failed logon attempts but there are always a bunch of
events that do not look that important - 675, 677, 617
with --, 627...how does one sift through all of the events
and pick out real "attempted logons"? What else should I
be looking for?
Thanks - Wayner Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59848
workstation locking
Hi,
I cannot find where to change locking workstation
properties. I have a user that says her computer gets
locked in way to little time. I am running 2000 servers -
AD, and XP pro workstations. I looked in domain group
policy but could not find anything...
Thanks - Wayner Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59845
log on to line at welcome page is missing
When I logon I use to have 3 lines show up
User Name
Password
Lon on as
I now can't seem to get the Log on as to show up. I press options beside
the shut down buttom but that doesn't display it either. The reason why I
need this is that the administrator account I used was associated with my
domain, now it would appear that the only account I can access is a guest
account. This doesn't help me to do any administrator work. How or can I
get this to display back so I can log into my admin account. I can hook this
machine back onto the network but I still can't get the machine to look for
the admin on the server, it will only look locally. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59844
having windows errors
I have a McAfee firewall and have received some
error messages ie: "AVSYNMGR32DLL has caused and
error in MCSCAN32DLL" also another message of "RULAUNCH
caused an error in (UNknown)"
Anything I need to do at this time? Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59841
help express
what is this? why, after three years is the box for help
express popping up at start? why does my fire wall and
virus protection call this spy ware? what or where can i
find it installed on the computer?should i be concerned? Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59839
sp2
How can I receive an sp2 update on cd? I move tomorrow
and will loose my broadband service. It will be replaced
with dial up service. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59836
KB840315
I sent Microsoft Press an email stating that a training
kit I purchased for study does not work.
I recieved the following response:
"Hello,
Thank you for contacting Training Kit Feedback.
We have discovered that the Windows Hotfix KB840315
update causes the Readiness Review program to fail. You
can verify if this Hotfix is installed on your system by
looking at the list of programs shown under Add/Remove
Programs in the Control Panel. We are currently working
to acquire a fix for this issue. Once a fix becomes
available, we will let you know, and also post details in
an article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base.
Regards,
Xin
Microsoft Learning Support
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/support
I hope this response was helpful. If you have comments
about our support, write to us at mspts@microsoft.com.
Please remember to include the subject line from your
original message. Thank you." Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59830
System shutdown initiated...
My computer self-restarted with the following message:
"This system is shutting down. Please save all work in
progress and log off. any unsaved changes will be lost.
This shutdown was initiated y NT Authority\SYSTEM.
Message : System shutdown initiated"
I did not initiate the shutdown. Scan with latest virus
definition files. no virus found. Also scan with Blaster
worm removal tool. Nothing found.
Please help Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59828
spyware jerks
I just want to post this here for all of you to see. Who
knows, it will probably help you also. I have found a file
in my windows\system that is spyware and unrecognizable
and unremovable. The file is xwxnwhcw.exe and it's owned
by a company called www.callinghome.biz . So far I haven't
found a way to get rid of it. I tried from dos even with
windows shut down. This guy is a real sneaky jerk ( not
the words I'd use to his face), who should have his nose
broke but, what're ya gonna do? At any rate, if anyone
knows a fix, please post it, thanks. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59823
validating a file's digital signature
Is there a way to validate the digital signature of a file (the one show in
it's properties window of windows explorer) using code (preferable vb code)?
dimitris Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59822
Disable ICF after Network setup Wizard
Ok i was told that the Network setu wizard automaticaly activate the Internet
Connection Firewall, whih may be what keeps screwing up my atempts to file
and printer share, or even view the computers on each others network places.
SO how do i disable the ICF after the newtwork setup wizard. During the
setup it bridged my internet connections (LAC and 1394 on the desktop and,
LAC 1394 and Wireless on the laptop) and now i no longer have an advacned tab
on any of the properties/ change settings screen. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59820
Being Hacked Need Help
guys I am really new here, and I think (well I know) someone is hacking into
my MSN account, I didnt really clue in that I may be in trouble, I say this
because every time I logged into my msn personally it would say you have been
logged into another computer and then I would have to log in again, but now
today this guy has been adding crude addresses to my account and has been
changing my name! and it is becoming a nuissance, because he like takes over
my account like every 10 minutes even if I do a really complex password, I
just need some help, I am not experienced in this kind of stuff so plz
someone help me! Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59818
download a new program
I am trying to download a new program? It tells me that I need to disable my
norton and also my explorer before I can download the program. When I go to
the task manager to shut them down they are not listed? That is what the
help prompt said to do? Can anybody help me figure this out? Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59815
Unable to search with IE
Yesterday was moving really slow and getting a lot of
extra popups last few days . Then last night could not
get on so went in safe mode and finally used my 2000 disk
to get on and now my IE is locked from me changing
anything give me an errow when I go to internet options
that I can access restrictions and to contact
administrator. I am trying to fix this please help. Cant
get anywhere on the internet. I try to search but comes
back page not found and I have 2 domains so know that they
are there. Pleas help Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59811
Norton error message
I use Norton antivirus software and run XP Home Edition.
I suddenlt get an error message when I start my computer
which says "Cannot access Drive C". What is this all
about? How do I resolve this? Thanks Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59807
cleaning up files to sell comp.
HI I am looking to sell my desktop Compaq Presario. I
would like to know if there is any way to absolutely get
rid of any files I may have on the computer?? Also is
there a way I can remove my name from the registration of
the computer?? any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59806
internet connection firewall
When I try to check the box that says "protect my
computer and network by limiting or preventing access to
this computer from the internet" (in the properties of
Local Connection) it says "an error occured while
internet connection sharing was being enabled. the
service cannot accept control messages at this time" not
sure what to do. can anyone help me please.
thanks,
tom Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59797
hidden virus
I have done a scan of my machine from a web site and it found an infected
file called attachment.45 "yours.pif" The file location is C/documents and
settings\franks\local settings\application data\microsoft
outlook\outlook.pst>attachment.45 "yours.pif"
When I click on documents and settings, then franks, there is no local
settings folder. How do I find this file to delete it?
--
Frank Milnes Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59795
Can't install.exe
I have admin priviledges, this is the same user account
that I uninstalled the program from completely. I
changed companies and this program generates my legal
documents which had to be reinstalled with the new
companies info. I have changed nothing. This is the ONLY
user profile on my system. I am on XP pro. Where in the
registry would I go to find out why my priviledges have
changed? Where I have gone shows that I have all
priviledges....that is why I am stuck.
Thanks, Robyn Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59794
Re: Mozilla Firefox
I've been looking for an alternative to Internet Explorer
and saw how Firefox was on someone else's computer. I was
very impressed with the fact that it has pop-up blocking
and is less of a memory hog than Internet Explorer, but
one thing troubles me about Firefox.
Why isn't there "security zones" in Firefox? I have over
100 sites in my Restricted Zones list (Internet Explorer)
and I fear that in Firefox, I might unintentionally go to
one of these sites and not have the protection there I
would have had if I was using IE for browsing.
Why doesn't Firefox have zones like this and is there
an "alternative" to this in Firefox where I can disable
things like file downloads, active scripting, Java
applets, etc.? Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59793
someone had stole my password
someone had stole my MSN password and changed and the secret answer how can i
do to take it back please anyone can help me!? Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59787
sharing a firewall?
I have an xp pro that I want to network with two 98s and a 95 computer at
home, so we can all share one dial-up connection. (so the kids can access the
internet without tying up my work computer)
the xp has an ethernet card, and we use dial-up
I am new to networking and have some basic questions:
(I don't even know the terminology for networking, so please be patient.)
If I use the xp pro as the host computer, can I configure the other
computers to access the internet through it's firewall, or does each computer
have to run it's own firewall app?
or do I have to buy a router with it's own firewall?
do they even work on dial-up connections?
if I do that, do I have to disable my xp's onboard trend firewall?
Does anyone know a link to a site which could help me determine what
hardware (cords, adapters, switches-whatever) I will need to buy to create a
network?
I'm hoping for maybe a vendor site where I can input what I want to do and
it will try to sell me the required hardware.
does each of the non-host computers have to have a network card?
or can they be networked through their modems with a phone line to the xp's
ethernet card?
when we convert to cable or dsl will I have to buy a whole new set of
networking cords and adapters to upgrade the dial-up sharing to cable/dsl?
from what I've read, I assume I have to create the entire network before
enabling internet connection sharing, is this the only way to do it, or can
I add one or two computers initially, then add the others later without too
many glitches/reconfigurations?
any comments, suggestions or links would be appreciated
Thank You,
Liz Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59786
Help
Hi All,
I had assigned a supervisor password but I decided not to
have a password any more for turning on the computer. So
I restart the computer and at the very beginning o fthe
restart process I pressed ctl + delete to go to the
specific page for doing this. Is there any special name
for this page though? If yes, I appreciate you letting
me know. I deleted the supervision password bu then I
also deactivated the username password by mistake. Now
when I am going back to that page I cannot choose the
user's password and it is deactivated. Does any body
know how to activate it again?
I appreciate your quick answer.
Afsaneh Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59785
Help
I wanted to assign a password to myself as the
administrator of my laptop but when I do that and
restart. The window in which I should typr my password
to enter is not active meaning that I cannot type any
thing in it for about 20 minutes that it becomes active
by itself!!!
Any thought what could be the reason? Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59784
Lost admin priviledges
Out of the blue I cannot re install a program called
Zipforms that I need to perform my job. I am on as an
administrator. I am allowed to download but not install
the software. It tels me to log back on with
priviledges, please help as to where I can go in the
registry. I have been in and it shows that I have full
privileges :(
I'm stuck. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59782
i need help!
Not sure what to do.
I had a foreign student stay with me, and she has loaded
this messenger thingy on to my pc, now i am constantly
barraged with pop ups, Ive tried to contact support, but
i need a 'passport' which i dont have because i did not
set up this account, does not tell you how to get rid off
it, can anyone please give some suggestions?
Thanks,
The majorsmrs. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59768
attachments
when family and friends attach photographs to email I get
a message syaing that OE has removed access to unsafe
attachments.
How can I change this as I am missing the photos ?
Thanks Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59766
Security Certificates
Everytime i enter most sites i get a pop up form internet
explorer titled "Security Alert"
Information you exchange with this site cannot be viewed
or changed by others. However there is a pron=blem with
the site's security certificate.
__________________________________________________________
The sercurity certificate is from a trusted certifying
authority.
The security certificate has expired or is not yet valid.
The security certificate has a valid name matching the
name of the page you are trying to view.
Do you want to proceed?
Yes No View Certificate
__________________________________________________________
Thats what the box says. I want this popup to stop
showing. it pops up on almost all the sites i visit and
its disturbs me alot. how do i stop this from poping up?
can i disable it or something?
PLZ HELP Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59765
security check
after my symantec security check,i have detailed analysis that my pc is at
risk for hacker exposure and my PING and HTTP is open...the rest are closed
and stealth. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59761
Yahoo Messenger website valid???
I have Windows XP Pro sp1, IE6.0 and use Yahoo Messenger
6.0 About a week ago I dialed into the internet and a
screen came up saying:
>>> There is a security update to Yahoo Messenger.
Install immediately and it just downloaded from location
http://us.dl1.yimg/download.yahoo.com/pgdownload/ym and
it was 4545k. (Since it took awhile for download I was
able to write all info down for post). As download
progressed (could not stop it) it took me to the
Microsoft Internet Explorer Downloads site
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/default.mspx
Then it changed to site
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/default/mspx
#XSLTfullModule122121120120 Can someone tell me if
this is a valid site? I've never had Yahoo messenger
notify me for security updates? I have all WU critical
updates and I did install a security update from optional
updates (v5). I sent a feedback to Yahoo 3 days ago but
they have yet to respond. I had a virus on my computer
today that I got rid of and when I ran hijackthis one of
the entries that said could be suspicious was the
http://red.clientsapps.yahoo.customize/ie/defaults/stpymsg
g6/*http://www.yahoo.com which is for yahoo messenger.
Just need to know if someone knows if sites listed above
are valid. Any advice or help would be nice. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59760
Runaway Pointer
Pointer has a mind of it's own. Windows XP SP1, HP 3000+ a330n. While playing
games or surfing, pointer takes off as though I have turned over remote
assistance. Even happens when I am not online. I can shake it, and sometimes
it comes back to me. Sometimes it just goes looking around the page. Does
anyone know what causes this and how to fix it?
--
Sam Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59758
Win Tools Removal
FINALLY.... it is gone
I would like to thank members of this forum that steered
me in the right direction Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59738
removing Qwikylynx
one of our pcs caught this qwikylynx spyware. any idea how to remove it once
and for all?
Thanks. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59737
Can one stop Registry modification?
Hi,
My Windows 98SE System's Register seems to be an open and modifiable
book to IE. Is there a way to stop modifications by Adware. They seem to
really effect the machine performance. Besides, I would say it is
horrendous Netiquette.
Does making the Register file or a Windows directory attribute
Read-Only, System, or Hidden help any?
Sincerely,
Gregory D. MELLOTT for Kenton W. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59730
ActiveX - why and when?
Hi
Why should anyone have ActiveX activated in IE?
Does Windowsupdate require ActiveX?
When is it useful to have ActiveX activated?
Please give some information about ActiveX and security.
--
/Anders Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59725
attachments
How do I accept attachments on Outlook express?
As OE does not allow me to send or receive safe
attachments.
Thanks. Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59724
Making files and folders private?
I would like to make certain files, folders and drives
private on my computer. I have attempted to do so by
going to my computer, right clicking the drive, selecting
sharing and security. The problem is on every attempt the
making folders private box is grayed out and I cannot
make the change. I have converted all files and drives to
ntfs.
Thanks Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59722
Norton Anti virus missing files
I keep getting an error with my Norton Anti Virus
install. It says that critical files are missing from my
registry. I remove all symantec components and re-install
as it suggests and it does the same thing. I went to
upgrade my XP from the cd and it told me the version
installed on my computer was newer than the disc. Then
the new sp2 keeps telling me I need to install a anti
virus program. I'm not sure what files are missing or how
to repair them. Does anyone have any new suggestions for
me to try? Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59721
microsoft internet popups
My spyware and adware protection seems fairly effective
but I am getting many pop-ups from microsoft internet
programs. How can I eliminate those? Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59716
Working with the Security Policy
Is there a way to work with/update/alter Security Policies through
Windows Scripting or some other automated method? Tag: automatic updates for Critical Service packs Tag: 59698
I have had a full recovery, can you show me how to get
this back please?