how do i get rid of the findwide virus
the old story. i downloaded some free software to convert a file and it dumped FINDWIDE virus on me. the virus keeps changing my homepage and controls which search engine i use.
Chosen solution
Yes Peter
Please refresh your installation to default : Refresh Firefox - reset add-ons and settings
Standing by.
Read this answer in context 👍 1All Replies (5)
Hello Peter
Apologies for this. I know it can be frustrating.
Good news : This extension will reset your about:newtab page to default, along with a few other settings. https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/searchreset/?src=ss
You can also check through : search findwide virus
Kindly let me know the outcomes
cheers, Michael
thanks Michael but no it did not work. as soon as i restarted the computer next time the virus took over again. any other ideas?
Chosen Solution
Yes Peter
Please refresh your installation to default : Refresh Firefox - reset add-ons and settings
Standing by.
Yes. Yes. Yes. The refresh firefox and add ons did the trick. Thanks very much. Great service. I really appreciate the help.