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QUESTION: I think I have the winlogin.exe virus so does this virus record my computer screen or anything like that? Could you please explain it to me ?

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ANSWER: http://www.symantec.com/security_response/writeup.jsp?docid=2004-030110-0232-99

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QUESTION: I got this virus on September 5 and then I entered some important information on a https website. I would like to know if someone recorded my screen or something please explain

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It is very doubtful that someone copied your computer screen using that virus. Are you behind a router or software firewall? If so there is really no chance. On top of that an https site is encrypted.
The main thing is to make sure you are secure going forward. If you are not behind a router, download one of the free software firewalls. I like ZoneAlarm. You can get it here: http://www.filehippo.com/download_zonealarm_free/
It will bug you for awhile until you get it setup to ignore known items and block unknown items.  

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Keith Davis

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Advice on how to avoid viruses and spyware. Suggestions on what software to run to avoid viruses and spyware. Identification of spyware, trojans, or virus infections. Overall system security.

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As a PC tech, removing and identifying many viruses and trojans from customer's PCs.

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4 classes short of a Networking degree.

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