Internet explorer home page problems

paul3571 2004-03-23 04:32:26 UTC #1

I have just re-installed XP PRO and i keep getting a problem that
"SEARCHCENTRAL.CC" keeps popping its ugly head up everytime i open internet explorer 6. I keep trying to change my home page
to www.google.com.au and i press "apply" or "ok" but alas i close I.E.6 and open it again and this "searchcentral" bullshit keeps popping up.

1.Where did it come from???????IT was there the 1st time i connected to the internet.(I have never got this before when reinstalling XP PRO before)

2.How do i get rid of it??????
It is pathetic and its driving me crazy!!!!!

3.Somebody please help before i SLASH MY WRISTS, with this poor excuse for a search engine, popping up in my face all the time.......

can you solve my problem before its too late!!!!!!!!

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Ssseth 2004-03-23 04:38:44 UTC #2

Download and scan your computer for spyware with Adaware. Alternatively you can also use Spybot.

paul3571 2004-03-23 04:40:38 UTC #3

THANKS Ssseth

I will try that right now!!!!!!!!

all the best

paul3571

_CyBeRwIz 2004-03-23 21:34:11 UTC #4

Also delete any history, temporary internet files and delete cookies.

YORI 2004-04-01 13:13:58 UTC #5

Download HijackThis.exe and CWShredder.exe (might be .zip)

at: www.spywareinfo.com

The programs is pretty self-explained...and btw always make a backup. (U can delete backup when all is well). I recommend Hijackthis first and then follow-up with CWS