Problems with windows defender & ad aware

16 years ago

For some reason, windows defender is getting turned off when I shut down my computer. I have to manually turn it on when I start the computer, then it will stay on until I shut down again.

My other problem is w/ ad aware. I can't seem to get it to run the scans. I will start the scan and it seems to be scanning, but it never gets finished. I end up just stopping it because it is taking forever. I have even tried reinstalling it, and that didn't seem to work.

Is there maybe a virus that is doing this? I do virus scans on a weekly basis and nothing has been found on that scan. I would appreciate any thoughts any of you may have on these problems!! Thank you!!

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zep516
16 years ago
You don't happen to have Windows Live OneCare installed do you? That will turn off defender.

You might be better off replacing ad aware with Malwarebytes or SuperAntispyware and run your scans with these programs.
ravencajun Zone 8b TX
16 years ago
zep is right ad aware was once a good program but now there are superior programs to use that are free, the 2 he listed are the best, here are some links for you.
Run the malwarebytes full scan after you update it and see if it finds anything.
How to download and install Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware application for Windows computers
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mikie_gw
16 years ago
Microsoft Security Essentials disables Windows Defender. It's actually running if you use that program but appears disabled.

On your desktop you might right click Computer or MyComputer and select Manage .. then in Services look and see if Windows Defender is set to Automatic.
If it is set automatic and still not starting the simple lazy thing I might do is maybe use copy&paste the shortcut you are starting defender with - and then go to Programs off the start button and you will see a folder called StartUp. Right click and open that folder by clicking Explore - then paste it into there.
downtime64
Original Author
16 years ago
zep: I checked and I don't have Windows Live OneCare installed. However, I do plan on switching to the programs you suggested.

ravencajun: Thanks so much for the links to the programs, I plan on switching to them.

mikie: Windows Defender is set up to automatic, so I tried your cut & paste idea, we'll see how that works.

To all of you, thanks so much for your help. I always know this is the place to come for great ideas!! Will get back w/ you after I get those programs set up and see what happens!
DA_Mccoy
16 years ago
Do you have AVG? I ask as my Vista system started doing the same thing following the AVG upgrade (not update) before last. It really didn't bother me to have to manually restart Defender as my system is only rebooted as a result of a software installation/removal or an O/S update requirement. Other than that it is always on.

Since the current AVG upgrade (not update) it stopped.

DA
downtime64
Original Author
16 years ago
zep & ravencajun: I got those programs installed and running and luv them. It was great actually being able to run a scan, and the programs are very user friendly, which is great also! Thanks again for all your help!!

damccoy: I do have AVG, so that is probably the problem - thanks for you help as well!!
dee_can1
16 years ago
I had to shut off Windows Defender after I upgraded AVG, because the WD prevented it from working...

I'd like to download the malwarebytes, but it says it's compatible with Vista 32 bit - what if you have Vista 64 bit computer?
big_al_41
16 years ago
Dee, I run vista 64 and have both Malwarebytes and MS anti-virus programs and both run very well on my machine. MS program windows essential is great check it out BUT you can only have one anti-virus program running at a time.Personally I would drop any other anti virus and go with MS. You can even do a test on line with a fake virus to see if works for you.
dee_can1
16 years ago
Thanks Big Al!
ravencajun Zone 8b TX
16 years ago
you can use malwarebytes on 64systems mine runs fine on my 32 and 64 OS.
No problem having the malwarebytes and superantispyware both on the pc along with your antivirus programs since they are on demand scanners and do not run full time, what you can not do is run 2 full time antivirus programs at the same time. Just always remember to update the programs before running the scans.
The other program I suggest to everyone is spywareblaster, you do not have to run any scans just open it once a week and hit the update button then hit the enable all protection button so the shield turns green and you are good to go. It works in the back ground protecting you.
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