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abnormal processes running on my computer

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This thread's last reply is from November 12, 2008, 9:18 AM UTC. Software, malware, and removal-tool advice below may be out of date — treat specific steps and download links with caution.

forestguy
November 5, 2008, 10:58 PM UTC
I am new to forum work and topics. My computer is showing under task manager in the processes section that it is running GoogleToolbarNotifier.exe and mDNSResponder.exe. What are they, should I be concerned, and how do I get rid of them?
Shaba Admin/Teacher Emeritus
November 7, 2008, 8:51 AM UTC
Hi forestguy

Click here to download HJTInstall.exe
  • Save HJTInstall.exe to your desktop.
  • Doubleclick on the HJTInstall.exe icon on your desktop.
  • By default it will install to C:\Program Files\Trend Micro\HijackThis .
  • Click on Install.
  • It will create a HijackThis icon on the desktop.
  • Once installed, it will launch Hijackthis.
  • Click on the Do a system scan and save a logfile button. It will scan and the log should open in notepad.
  • Click on "Edit > Select All" then click on "Edit > Copy" to copy the entire contents of the log.
  • Come back here to this thread and Paste the log in your next reply.
  • DO NOT use the AnalyseThis button, its findings are dangerous if misinterpreted.
  • DO NOT have Hijackthis fix anything yet. Most of what it finds will be harmless or even required.
Shaba Admin/Teacher Emeritus
November 12, 2008, 9:18 AM UTC
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