I downloaded some free PDFBinder software I needed for work. I used a link by bloody stupid nephew assured me was safe to download and use.
A few days later I've noticed that whenever I open up a new Google Chrome browser, it automatically redirects to HolaSearch.
I've removed this from Google by changing my homepage and new tab settings, and also removed the PDFBinder and two other programs I think got downloaded with it.
I also searched my whole computer for HolaSearch and nothing showing up.
I've removed from IE (I don't use this but removed just in case)
Yet it's still showing up on Google Chrome. My laptop seems to be running much slower too so I don't know if it's an innocent re-direct or if it's a virus.
To top it off my McAfee subscription doesn't seem to be working and I can't find my disk to re-install.
I am reluctant to download yet more free software to remove bloody bastard Holasearch, but I think I might have to.
It's so annoying and my laptop is becoming virtually unusable. I could cry. Can anyone recommend a safe, free way to remove this virus?
I'm going to hunt for my McAfee CD in the meantime...
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Sodding HolaSearch has hijacked my Google Chrome - can anyone help me to get rid of it please?
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redandyellowbits · 31/07/2013 09:42
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