xp problem

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hey when i start win xp i get a error cannot find the file dust.exe

what is this file i scaned my conputer for virus and spywares they could not find anything what should i do

Press window logo key + R
It will bring up run dialog
There write: msconfig
It will bring up system configuration utility
There select the startup tab
Below in the start up list find the entry with dust.exe
You will find this entry below command scroll to find
Uncheck the entry and press apply
Restart your computer
It will definately solve your problem

After doing this remedy post whether your problem solved or not.

dust.exe is a peer-to-peer worm. :twisted:

if u have kaazza, etc installed, u cud b affected. suggest u schedule a boot-time scan of avast anti-virus or run your anti-virus in safe mode.

check out
*www.bullguard.com/forum/9/dustexe-virus-what-is-it_550.html
*www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,12346925~mode=flat