Computer Security & Viruses/Firefox infections

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Expert: Doug Woodall - 9/30/2009


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QUESTION: I've had to reinstall Firefox several times as it becomes infected thus preventing updates (indicating a last update date of December, 31, 1969) problem is I was only 5 years old then, lol. I've recently added the following ad-ons: NoScript, WOT & Better Privacy. What else can you suggest, please advise.

ANSWER: Hi Edward,
What AntiVirus and AntiSpyware are you using?


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QUESTION: AVG 8.5 Free, Lavasoft SpywareBlaster, Ad-Aware, Spybot S&D

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Hi Again Edward,
What messages are you getting? Are they from Firefox or your security software?
I suggest you try their live chat. Here is the link.

http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Ask+a+question#Firefox_support_live_chat

Let me know.

Doug

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I can answer questions pertaining to threats to Online Security. I cant answer questions as to when, if ever IE will ever be secure.

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I have 20+ years of experience learning the intricaticies of online safety.

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