Re: [Simply Computers] Re: OpenDNS Problem

 

Hi Wizards,

Thank again to all of you who responded to my SOS. esp Vincent.
You damn write about unsecured wireless connection and I learnt my lesson.
Now wildly seeking for free Anti-Virus software to safeguard my machine
while surfin.
Just for info..The wireless services I am using is actually a Long range
wifi facilty provided
in the town that I stay.So I actually access it from the comfort of my
home.Its good intiative
taken by the local authorities here.So I really dont have to go to the
cafes like Starbucks etc.
The ISP is been quite long establish in the place that I stay.

OpenDNS is something I learning about from you guys.I appreciate the
suggestion.Let the suggestions be still
coming as I am never hogged by it.Receiving ideas and suggestion(the
learning process).

Sendin love to brothers in arms :-)

Devan

On 28/May/2011 6:45 PM, Vincent Winterling wrote:
>
> As Roger suggested you can change the DNS servers to google and thereby
> remove OpenDNS's influence on your machine. That would be a start.
>
> Anti-spyware and anti-trojan software is not anti-virus. Try something
> free
> like Avast.
>
> Your browser is hijacked (my guess). Run the scans we recommended in safe
> mode.
>
> Last resort: Save your valuables and reinstall. Don't use unsecured
> wireless
> without protection.
>
> Vincent Winterling
> Vineland, NJ
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> Sent: Saturday, May 28, 2011 6:17 AM
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> vwinterling@verizon.net <mailto:vwinterling%40verizon.net>;
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> Cc: devan1207@gmail.com <mailto:devan1207%40gmail.com>
> Subject: [Simply Computers] Re: OpenDNS Problem
>
> Hi Wizards,
>
> Thank you for the quick overwhelming repond .Well I am also confused
> about the OpenDNS behaviour.
> It's supposed to be legit and know its function are supposed to be help
> full.I am pretty sure I have not subscribed to OpenDNS although I have
> been to their site maybe just registered with them for login purpose. I
> have checked with the CRM of my ISP,they also are not sure as yet why
> this has happened.According to thenm these anti-virus sites are not
> blocked.
>
> Currently I am using win2000 pro SP4(bear with me,I know I am still
> livin in dino era) but it still serves me
> quite well.I also have Trend Micro Anti-Spyware,Anti Trojan Elite
> currently running.I did detect some trojans
> and they are taken care by the anti-virus I believe so.Today I searched
> for Norton anti virus through Goole search.
> I was given www.symantec-norton.com as search result.Then when I
> clicked on that link,it took me straight to OpenDNS site.Still
> puzzled,I know my last resort..reinstall windows but I will try for
> other options first.
>
> I really love the curiosity and learning infections from the members in
> this group.I will keep posted
> of my progress from the suggestion given by you all.
>
> Effort much appreciated.
>
> Devan
>
> Knowledge is free
> Power to knowledge
>
> On 28/May/2011 4:20 AM, Devan wrote:
> > Hi Everyone,
> >
> > I am using a Wifi Spot facilty provided by a legitimate ISP for my
> > internet connections.
> > Recently before protecting my Laptop with virus protection,I have been
> > surfing the net.
> > I decided to use AVG free softwares.So each time I try to connect to
> > AVG website
> > I am immediatly hijacked by this OpenDNS site which in return notified
> > that it can't
> > download the AVG site.The same things happens when I try to connect to
> > other popular
> > anti-virus protection software products.All other sites are good to go
> > for instant connection.
> >
> > Any experts out there have a clue to why this is happening?..I just
> > want to get this OpenDNS
> > out of my way and out of my sight(its pretty annoying).
> >
> > Deeply appreaciate for kind assistances.
> >
> > Devan
>
>

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