i have a lap top it has a virus that blocks the control panel and it will not let you go online?

it is the DOS.Piz.2025 virus, how can i get it off my pc or what will i have to do to get around it, it blocks all attemps to run any anti viruses

Anonymous2010-11-07T15:53:02Z

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go to the library and download the malicious software removal tool from microsoft save it to a usb memory stick, plug it in your computer and run the program; this may take a wile depending on your hard drive size; and make sure you have an internet connection (it may take several hours) good luck

Bassman12010-11-07T22:45:05Z

Try pressing F8 at start up to enter safe mode with networking then run a virus scan, control panel will be of no help with a virus.
Most time when a virus/malware/soyware take over the system the only way to resolve the problem is to cut your loses and re install the operating system using a set of recovery disc made for the lap top.
This writes over every thing on the hard drive and installs a complete new operating system just like came on the lap top.

John Smith2010-11-07T22:41:43Z

Start in safe mode by pressing F8 repeatedly when you switch on your computer

Go to START/All Programs/Accesories/System Tools/System Restore. Do a restore as far back as possible.

When you have done the restore start in safe mode again. Perform a full system scan.

I strongly recommend:

Avast 5 - http://download.cnet.com/Avast-Free-Antivirus/3000-2239_4-10019223.html
MalwareBytes - http://download.cnet.com/Malwarebytes-Anti-Malware/3000-8022_4-10804572.html

Do a BOOT Scan with Avast and a Full system Scan with MalwareBytes. These 2 will find almost anything so good luck.

JS