Saturday, May 28, 2011

RE: [Simply Computers] Re: OpenDNS Problem

 

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-----
From: simplycomputers2@yahoogroups.com
[mailto:simplycomputers2@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Devan
Sent: Saturday, May 28, 2011 6:17 AM
To: simplycomputers2@yahoogroups.com; manish_anni@yahoo.co.in;
vwinterling@verizon.net; helpmeroger@earthlink.net
Cc: devan1207@gmail.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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