Podnutz Daily #146 - MSAS2009.exe

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The quad core PC that replaced my MAC is handling the processes
required to do the show much better than the Mac.
- using Many Cam to handle the green screen


My least favorite security software is Verizon Internet Security Suite
- plugging in a usb drive caused Windows to bluescreen
- uninstalled the Verizon Security and it solved the issue.


New Virus Alert! Microsoft AntiSpyware 2009
- watch for MSAS2009
- Norton 2009 detects it but could not fix it
- It attaches itself to every exe file on your computer
- even if you kill the virus the system is corrupted
- signs/symptoms of MSAS 2009 and what to look for
- this virus infected my flash drive


Computer will not wake up from standby mode
- PS2 mouse had keyboard no issues
- this is only happening with a usb mouse/keyboard
- case fans are still running in standby mode (should not be)
- Everest
- the sound driver may be creating this issue



Pentium 4 PC with 1g RAM wanting to install 2g of RAM
- Installed the additional stick and the computer kept rebooting
- Took out the additional RAM it would give 3 beeps and no video
- Troubleshot the RAM. It was not a bad stick
- Troubleshot the Video Card. It was not the video card
- Troubleshot the processor. No changes
- Must be the motherboard. WiIll upgrade the processor as well.


Latest laptop repairs
- replacing hinges
- replacing screen inverters
- how to search Ebay for these parts


Ebay Seller info
- I always go my screens from dvdsuper999
- Newest find screensfast sent a great name brand screen for cheap



Voice mail from Door To Door Geek
- Tips on case airflow and proper direction
- How to set up case fans
- He got a great deal on a Sansa mp3 player via WOOT
- Advice to install RockBox firmware on the Sansa for functionality
- Orb allows you or your friends to access your media remotely. Still free.


Voice mail from William:
- Foxmarks plug-in for IE Get it Here


Email from listener:
- Removing text from bookmarks leaving only icons
- You can fit about 45 icons in the links toolbar in FF


Email from Todd:
- Contemplating Mac purchase


Email from Ray:
- Tips on cleaning a pc
- Beating the 2009 virus feels good



Live call from Timster:
- Comment on Door To Door Geeks airflow suggestion
- Airflow varies from chipset to chipset
- How Steve is editing his laptop videos
- Vista Movie Maker rocks!


Live call from Nebben:
- Testing mode in Vista allows you to test drivers
- In command prompt type: bcdedit / set testsinging on
- driver error messages
- Ben"s Tech Show BTS Live Wed 7pm and Sat 2pm