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    Avast says resetc.exe = virus?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by MrMcgee, Oct 24, 2008.

  1. MrMcgee

    MrMcgee Notebook Guru

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    I scanned my T400 with Avast and got a virus alert for "Resetc.exe" located in the partition

    S:\INOV8LOG\RESETC.EXE

    I'm guessing this is supposed to be there, just want to make sure. thanks for any help with this.
     
    MrMcgee, Oct 24, 2008
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  2. Chk

    Chk Notebook Consultant

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    My W500 did the same thing. Reset.exe is not useful so I'm guessing that Resetc.exe isn't of use either. So I just deleted it.
     
    Chk, Oct 24, 2008
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    mikec Notebook Evangelist

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    I've been using Avast for a while. I fine it more lightweight than AVG and seems to do a decent job.

    I notice is scans web sites when you open them; if this really necessary - most new browsers (Chrome, Opera) tend to protect you from the bad stuff. Any opinions on this?

    I guess it can't hurt, but basically, once I know my system is clean, the only thing I want to check is new email and any new files copied on my laptop (or downloaded.
     
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