From Leo's mailbag:
> From: A Computer User
> Sent: August 2, 2006
> To: Ask Leo!
> Subject: What's ""End Program ei40MfDX"
>
> Leo,
> Leo, I installed Windows XP Home Edition about 3 days ago. I
> love it so far and am not having any great problems but one
> thing is nagging me. Every time I shut down the computer a
> window pops up saying "End Program ei40MfDX..." The name of
> the program is longer than that but I know for sure that
> those are the first 8 letters and numbers. I've googled it
> and have come up with nothing. Is it adware, spyware, a
> virus? Whatever it is I would like my computer to stop
> showing this message every time I try to shut down.
Malware of some sort is my gut reaction. Make sure you're running
uptodate anti-virus and anti-spyware scans.
http://ask-leo.com/internet_safety_how_do_i_keep_my_computer_safe_on_the_internet.html
Thanks for asking,
Leo
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