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  • Mar 22, 2005, 11:59 AM
    Khalvynnov
    Removing this... checking here before I do...
    Virs scanner says that "vpnpoatq" is a virus but can't remove it manually or ny the virus scanner and sybot don't see it as spyware.

    I did a check on Google and other searches but came up with nothing

    Anyone know what "vpnpoatq" is and how I can get rid of it if possible?

    Thanks
  • Mar 22, 2005, 01:35 PM
    SESaskDFC
    Howdy:

    So where does your av program say it is located?

    You need to start giving more detailed info with your questions if you expect any help!

    Murray
  • Mar 22, 2005, 01:38 PM
    Khalvynnov
    It's Located in Windows file
  • Mar 22, 2005, 04:47 PM
    SESaskDFC
    What is the EXACT location? c:\Windows\system32 or what?

    Murray
  • Mar 22, 2005, 10:27 PM
    Khalvynnov
    Uhhh I just said it lol

    C:\windows
  • Mar 23, 2005, 06:03 AM
    SESaskDFC
    Make sure the option to "view hidden files" is enables in Control Panel>Folder Options>Advanced..

    Now, do a search for the file and delete it when it is found..

    Murray
  • Mar 23, 2005, 07:34 AM
    fredg
    Show all files
    Hi,
    The pathway another expert gave you to "show all files" does not exist for Win98SE.

    Try this:
    Go to Start/Programs/Windows Explorer.
    Then, at the top, click on View, then click on Folder Options.
    In that window, click on the View tab at top.
    Left click (put a check mark by) "Show all Files".
    Click on Apply, then OK.
    Close Windows Explorer.
    Then, go to Start/Find/Files or Folders.
    In the space, type in the name, then click on Find Next.
    Delete the file.
    Best of luck,
    fredg
    PS; You might have to put an * before and after the name, if you don't know the extension, like .exe , etc.
  • Mar 23, 2005, 06:09 PM
    Khalvynnov
    Thanks for the help, got too many problems with the PC junk so I had to format the darn thing lol... just posted about a driver problem.

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