Suspicious files (?)

I have come across suspicious files in my computer, but it appears to run OK.
What is EMM386.EXE (I see it when I run AVG7)? Why do I have RunDDL32.exepowrprof.dll,LoadCurrentPowerScheme twice in WinPatrol? Huh? Thanks if you can enlighten me. OLB

 

http://www.majorgeeks.com/images/grenade.gif Download HijackThis 1.99.1

http://www.majorgeeks.com/images/grenade.gif Unzip the hijackthis.exe file to a folder you create named C:\Program Files\HJT

http://www.majorgeeks.com/images/grenade.gif Do NOT run Hijack This from the Desktop, a temp folder, or a sub-folder of C:\Documents and Settings, or choose to run it directly from the ZIP file as your backups will not be safely stored.

http://www.majorgeeks.com/images/grenade.gifBefore running HijackThis: You must close each of the following:your web browser, e-mail client, instant messenger, and programs like notepad, wordpad, MS Word etc. And any other unnecessary running programs.

http://www.majorgeeks.com/images/grenade.gifRun HijackThis and save your log file.

http://www.majorgeeks.com/images/grenade.gif Post your log as an ATTACHMENT to your next post. (Do NOT copy/paste the log into your post as it will be removed).

http://www.majorgeeks.com/images/grenade.gifNeed help with HJT? See this thread: NO HIJACK THIS LOG FILES BEFORE READING THIS: HJT Tutorial & LOG File Posting

 

Just to let you know I haven't forgotten (or had time to work on this) due to homework projects, tests, and registration--university related--I am hoping to have more time this weekend, when things settle down for a little while. Thanks for your patience. OLB

 

It wont take but about 45 seconds to attach a HJT log. If you can do this then I will get your fix started.

 

Well, I tried to run HJT, but the download said Can't find Program.exe. I have run CCleaner,Ad-AwareSE,Spybot S&D,AVG7 & ran Ad-AwareSE in safe mode; the only thing that turned up was some type of error and the usual suspects (Cache, Cookie, & other Windows applications). After all this, do you think I should leave well enough alone, or what would you suggest? Thanks. OLB

 

Click the below link for a direct download HJT.

http://216.180.233.162/~merijn/files/HijackThis.exe

 

Good news, bad news. I got HJT to work, BUT I can't save the Logfile for some reason to post it so you can look at it. I HAVE NOT checked or deleted anything on the logfile. Suggestions for an experienced rookie? Thanks. OLB

 

What do you mean you cant save it?

Run HJT and choose "Do a system scan and save a logfile", it will then scan and a log will pop up. The log will be in the same directory that your running HJT from.

When you go to post, click "Manage Attachments" and attach the log file. It will be in a .txt format.

 

OK, I tried the download you sent & had to add WinZip to my programs--with that done, when I run HJT, it loops after the scan and save log; the log doesn't save so I can post it. Am I missing something else here? Thanks. OLB

 

Look in the folder your running HJT in. Do you see hijackthis.txt?

 

I was able to run HJT & save it to a program file on my C drive. How do I transfer that to the majorgeeks.com post? Thanks for your patience. OLB
P. S.: I have NOT checked or deleted any files.

 

When you go to post, click the REPLY button, then under where you type this text you will be a button "Manage Attachments". Use this feature to attach your log.

 

OK, as your instructions, I have attached my hijackthis.log . Go for it. Thanks. OLB

 

Are you familiar with ACCESS4LESS EXPRESS

 

Yes; it is my web browser. OLB

 

I see no major problems in your log. However it probably would be a good idea for you to run CCleaner to cleanup any junk files.

Download & Run CCleaner

Let me know what problems you still have if any.

 

Thanks for your patience and for checking my log for me. I already have CCleaner--I run it every day, sometimes twice a day since my wife uses the computer too. Thanks again. OLB

 

So everything is ok, no further problems?

 

Exactamundo. Thanks. OLB

 

Good Deal!

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