...it was the link in msn that i clicked. it was something like 'i hope this isn't you:[link]'. so now my computer: -keeps sending the link to everyone in my contacts list every time i log onto msn. -won't let me system restore. -can't access sites like symantec or online scans -antivirus program (norton) can't find it -won't let me uninstall msn -keeps changing back settings every time i try to view hidden files and folders help, please? anyway, here's what i got (ran in safe mode): Logfile of HijackThis v1.99.1 Scan saved at 8:04:45 PM, on 1/27/2007 Platform: Windows XP SP2 (WinNT 5.01.2600)