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Eddy,24 1/2 yrs.! I thought I was an ole timer. I bet you owned a Commodore 64. ;D
cnw,
Simply put, you need to disconnect your computer from the net until it is completely clean AND you have your anti-this and that programs ready.
Your computer will be vulnerable to future infection UNLESS your computer has its’ own firewall and antivirus.
You did not say whether you were using a LAN type system or Router which would have a main firewall.
The System Restore should be turned back on once you have finished cleaning the putter. Restore points are vital should you wish to return to a previously working date where the computer was trouble free. The SR makes “dated” copies of the vital system files so you can “restore” them when needed. The SR will “protect” these files when enabled, and thus you will not be able to scan or get near them with Avast.
Once you have the bugs out, let us know and we can guide you in the best way to protect your system.
Eddy and I have a half century of experience to share.
Boy…am I old. haha 