Time to ..
a. Learn about spyware.
b. Stop using Internet Explorer all the time.
c. Eject all the pests you find with Adaware, Spybot then report back how it turned out.
In closing, Adaware and Spybot cost nothing and are found on google.com
Bob
Using windows 98: when I select start/run/msconfig the window launches for about 2 seconds then disappears. I'm trying to get to a point that I can disable some background running programs. Any help?

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