The google tool bar comes with the (Java update) and nothing to do with the SuperAntiSpyware up-date.. I only pointed that out because the java up-date to 5 was also available on the same page that SuperAntiSpyware was... So I guess any time we up-Date java google tool bar will be installed I had never noticed that before & think it is sort of new..

it is likely you did not get all parts of avast removed, if you do what zep asked he can help you clear all of that out and make sure you do not have too many running at once. those things can cause lots of problems if not corrected. to remove most security programs you have to run a special removal tool in addition to the add remove programs. we can only help if we can have knowledge as to what is on the pc and what is running actively. I would rely most on malwarebytes much more than spyware doctor, update it each time before running the full scan and allow it to remove what it finds. malwarebytes and superantispyware do absolutely nothing till you double clik on them to open the program, then you must update them to get the latest definitions, then you must click to run the full scan and you must tell it to remove what it finds. just having the program on your pc means nothing if you do not actively open update and run them.

Linda J, That just means that there is an issue with the webpage you are accessing. Unless you are a web developer, anytime you see the words "My SQL" in an error, it means that the webpage has a problem. Nothing wrong with your computer where this message is concerned. Pam

As long as the applications are reputable and your AV is the only one set to real time there is nothing wrong with having all that you wish. Are they all necessary? Usually not. However, having them does allow you to try them, learn them, and gently tinker with them. Personally, besides my AV I keep SAS and MWB installed and current since neither are certified 100% effective. But, that's just me.