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Yes. One should perform a full scan (preferably in Safe Mode) prior to re-enabling the
System Restore cache.
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Dave
"Danor" <danor456L@passport.com.(donotspam)> wrote in message
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| Carey-
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| Shouldn't jra1951 try to rescan/repair while System Restore is still turned
| off, before turning it back on (to eliminate the infection)?
|
| I have similar situation and am interested if turning System Restore allows
| antivirus and malware tools access for cleaning.
|
| Thx
|
| "Carey Frisch [MVP]" wrote:
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| > Try turning off System Restore, reboot, then turn it back on.
| >
| > How to turn on and turn off System Restore in Windows XP
| >
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310405&Product=winxp
| >
| > --
| > Carey Frisch
| > Microsoft MVP
| > Windows XP - Shell/User
| >
| > Be Smart! Protect Your PC!
| >
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect/default.aspx
| >
| > -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
| >
| > "jra1951" wrote:
| >
| > | I have a virus that is locked in my restore points and anti-virus software
| > | can't delete it. Can I safely delete my restore points and if so, how do I
| > | accomplish this task without completely wiping out my computer. Thanks.
| >
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