Laptop has been running slow periodically. Tried to run GrimeFighter and it will not pass the sedate PC stage, so I turned to the forums and followed instructions for logs to assist in cleaning malware.
All logs attached. Any help/guidance is greatly appreciated!
When is it slow ? At start, when opening programmes or when browsing
CAUTION : This fix is only valid for this specific machine, using it on another may break your computer
Open notepad and copy/paste the text in the quotebox below into it:
CreateRestorePoint: Reg: reg delete HKLM\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\IPSec\Policy\Local /f Reg: reg add HKLM\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\IPSec\Policy\Local /f RemoveProxy: EmptyTemp: CMD: bitsadmin /reset /allusers
Save this as fixlist.txt, in the same location as FRST.exe
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73555776/FRSTfix.JPG
Run FRST and press Fix
On completion a log will be generated please post that
Definitely slow when browsing, so I try to limit that- but this is a work laptop that requires me to me online for our sales tracking program. I notice chrome can slow things down further, so I try to limit use to firefox but both are still used frequently.
Perhaps unrelated, but laptop freezes occasionally when working in some Word documents (another daily task). This has always been an issue, whereas the general slowness of the laptop is relatively new.
I’ve attached the log. Thanks!
What version of Avast are you currently running ?
Current version: 2015.10.2.2215
Release Date: 3/23/2015 9:50:43 AM
OK lets reset the network areas and see if that gives an improvement, if no we will try a clean boot
CAUTION : This fix is only valid for this specific machine, using it on another may break your computer
Open notepad and copy/paste the text in the quotebox below into it:
CreateRestorePoint: CMD: netsh advfirewall reset CMD: netsh advfirewall set allprofiles state ON CMD: ipconfig /flushdns CMD: netsh winsock reset catalog CMD: netsh int ip reset c:\resetlog.txt CMD: ipconfig /release CMD: ipconfig /renew CMD: netsh int ipv4 reset CMD: netsh int ipv6 reset EmptyTemp: CMD: bitsadmin /reset /allusers
Save this as fixlist.txt, in the same location as FRST.exe
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73555776/FRSTfix.JPG
Run FRST and press Fix
On completion a log will be generated please post that
I appreciate your help. Here is the log.
Could you test the browsing now and see if there is any improvement
So far, things seem to be running smoothly.
Thoughts on why I was unable to rum GrimeFighter… or is that something I should not even be concerned about? (I have not tried again since we started this process.)
Not overly sure although I believe Grimefighter requires a stable internet connection
Run the computer as normal for a day or so and let me know if the speed problem returns
I went all day Friday without any issues. Did not use this laptop on Saturday or Sunday (work). So far, everything seems to be fine today.
In regards to GrimeFighter, we do have a strong and stable internet connection. If that is something I should not be concerned with though, then I will disregard.
I appreciate all of your help!
Not to sure about that as I have never used Grimefighter
Subject to no further problems 
I will remove my tools now and give some recommendations, but, I would like you to run for 24 hours or so and come back if you have any problems
Now the best part of the day ----- Your log now appears clean 
A good workman always cleans up after himself so…The following will implement some cleanup procedures as well as reset System Restore points:
Remove tools
Download and run Delfix
Select the options as shown
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73555776/delfix.JPG
: Keep Java Updated :
WARNING: Java is the #1 exploited program at this time. The Department of Homeland Security recommends that computer users disable Java
See this article
I would recommend that you completely uninstall Java unless you need it to run an important software.
In that instance I would recommend that you disable Java in your browsers until you need it for that software and then enable it. (See How to diasble Java in your web browser and How to unplug Java from the browser)
If you do need to keep Java then download JavaRa
Run the programme and select Remove Java Runtime. Uninstall all versions of Java present
Once done then run it again and select Update Java runtime > Download and install Latest version
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73555776/javara.JPG
Now that you are clean, to help protect your computer in the future I recommend that you get the following free programmes:
CryptoPrevent install this programme to lock down and prevent crypto ransome ware
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73555776/CryptoPrevent.JPG
Update and run weekly to keep your system clean
Click on the link above to be taken to Unchecky.com
click the very large Download button.
click Save
Click Open folder
Right click on the Unchecky_setup and choose to Run as Administrator
Once open click the Install button.
Then click on Finish
Unchecky is now installed and will help you keep unwanted check boxes unchecked, this is a fire and forget programme 
It is critical to have both a firewall and anti virus to protect your system and to keep them updated.
To learn more about how to protect yourself while on the internet read this little guide Best security practices Keep safe 