computer question
 

I often get these "registry cleaner" popups that say that I am infected by something or other and I need to do this. It is free until its diagnosed, then it costs money. This is a scam right? Sorry, i'm a huge computard.

thanks

scam

run malwarebytes

http://dw.com.com/redir?edId=3&siteI...%3Ddl-10804572

Install and do a full scan.

Yep

Sounds like a good option but I took all of my windows based machines to the shooting range about 3 years ago so I'm not sure about anything microsoft anymore.

huh? lol

So then you are running Mac or Linux?

Are you saying you have the same problem on a non-Windows machine and are looking for suggestions or just telling us an anecdote for the fun of it?

is it free to install?

100% Gratis

dude, don't play around with registery cleaners. They have hosed too many non-techies. Just stay away from them. The benefits don't outweigh the disasterous effects if done wrong like unable to boot etc.

Mac OS X.I gave up on windows completely.Always something with the damn things,and for me,I just need it to work.I must admit I loved seeing the 240 gr hollow points from my Redhawk exiting the old lap top.It was glorious.LMAO

Just funning around.I'm completely happy with my Macs.Overpriced maybe,but for me they work every damn time and do just exactly what I need them to do without all of the bullshit that's common with windows.

My brother swears by his Mac... I've given it a fair shake but it's just not my thing.

I can completely see why most or some people dislike them but for me its money well spent.

whatever...:doh!:

I live and work in the real world. It's Microsoft's world and we only have licsenses to use it. Embrace the horrror.

Just remember, the files are IN the computer.