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Configuring Internet Explorer proxy settings in response to malware

Summary

The following section will provide steps to follow if you are unable to browse to http://safety.live.com because a computer is showing symptoms of malware that has compromised browsing functionality, such as the Win32/FakeSpypro infection.

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More Information

  1. Open Internet Explorer
  2. Click on Tools
  3. Click on Internet options
  4. Click on Connections Tab
  5. Click on LAN Settings
  6. Uncheck "Bypass proxy server for local address"
  7. Uncheck "Use a proxy for your LAN"
  8. Click on OK
  9. Click on OK
  10. Close Internet Explorer
  11. Open Internet Explorer
Additional information and an automated FixIt assistant can be found here: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2289942

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Article Info
Article ID : 2522894
Revision : 1
Created on : 1/7/2017
Published on : 8/19/2011
Exists online : False
Views : 80