Awesomehp.com is a tricky redirect virus that often
slips into users’ PCs and makes changes to the browser settings. It modifies
browser settings as soon as it gets installed onto the target computer and as a
result, the browser will have to be confronted with plenty of redirection and
popping up of advertisements. It is suggested to try all means to avoid the
infection called Awesomehp.com.
Friendly Reminder:Please try a professional redirect virus removal tool
to remove this redirect virus once you can't remove it through the manual
removal guide below.
Most computer users don’t know where the redirect virus came from, for
the threat is able to spread via various ways. The virus takes advantages of the
blindness of computer users who may not pay enough attention to the unnoticeable
options when they are installing or downloading any programs. Mostly, common
computer users do not notice the vicious drive-by downloads from the cyber
space. Freeware and shareware applications are the most popular carriers of PUPs
or malware. It's neccessary and highly recommended to be cautious when you try
to download anything from the Internet.
One of the main purposes of Awesomehp.com is to try all means to help
malignant extensions or add-ons to get installed on the computer. In fact, these
unwanted browser extensions not only display constant advertisements but also
spy on users’ browsing histories and collect their personal information for
cybercriminals to make illegal profits. This redirect virus also add many
attractive website URLs into users’ favorites folder and the bookmark list, for
the purpose of luring users into clicking and visiting specific websites.
Despite of the annoying external phenomena, the real bad consequence the virus
leads to the computer is making large possiblities of being attacked by remote
hackers and any other online computer threats.
When it comes to the effects of a browser hijacker, there are many cases
we have to illustrate. Thus, hackers can easily intrude into the vulnerable
system to attack user’s vital files and data such as the transaction
certification code, login passwords, online banking details, personal
information, and more. If cyber criminals utilize the confidential to perform
illegal activities, users may suffer from huge money losses or face Identity
Theft and other troubles. To avoid further damage and lost, it is wise to have
this redirect virus removed from the affected computer immediately. Follow the
guide below and you can get rid of the threat thoroughly.
Guides to Manually Remove Awesomehp.com Redirect Virus Step by Step
We recommend that you first try to run the below scans while your computer is
in Normal mode, and only if you are experiencing issues, should you try to start
the computer in Safe Mode with Networking.
Step1:To start your computer Start your computer in Safe Mode with Networking, you can follow the below steps:
Remove all floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs from your computer, and then restart your computer.
If you are using Windows XP, Vista or 7 press and hold the F8 key as your computer restarts.Please keep in mind that you need to press the F8 key before the Windows start-up logo appears.
Note: With some computers, if you press and hold a key as the computer is booting you will get a stuck key message. If this occurs, instead of pressing and holding the “F8 key”, tap the “F8 key” continuously until you get the Advanced Boot Options screen.If you are using Windows 8, press the Windows key + C, and then click Settings. Click Power, hold down Shift on your keyboard and click Restart, then click on Troubleshoot and select Advanced options.
In the Advanced Options screen, select Startup Settings, then click on Restart.
If you are using Windows XP, Vista or 7 in the Advanced Boot Options screen, use the arrow keys to highlight Safe Mode with Networking , and then press ENTER.
[Image: Safemode.jpg]\
If you are using Windows 8, press 5 on your keyboard to Enable Safe Mode with Networking.
Windows will start in Safe Mode with Networking.
Step2: Reset your browser settings to remove browser redirect
If you are still experiencing issues with the browser redirect in Internet Explorer, Firefox or Chrome, we will need to reset your browser to its default settings. This step needs to be performed only if your issues have not been solved by the previous steps.
Reset Internet ExplorerReset Mozilla FirefoxReset Google Chrome
You can reset Internet Explorer settings to return them to the state they were in when Internet Explorer was first installed on your PC.
Open Internet Explorer, click on the “gear icon” IE Icon Gear in the upper right part of your browser, then click again on Internet Options.
[Image: Internet Options in Internet Explorer]
In the “Internet Options” dialog box, click on the “Advanced” tab, then click on the “Reset” button.
[Image: Reset Internet Explorer]
In the “Reset Internet Explorer settings” section, select the “Delete personal settings” check box, then click on “Reset” button.
[Image: Reset Internet Explorer to its default settings]
When Internet Explorer has completed its task, click on the “Close” button in the confirmation dialogue box. You will now need to close your browser, and then you can open Internet Explorer again.
Conclusion
Step1:To start your computer Start your computer in Safe Mode with Networking, you can follow the below steps:
Remove all floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs from your computer, and then restart your computer.
If you are using Windows XP, Vista or 7 press and hold the F8 key as your computer restarts.Please keep in mind that you need to press the F8 key before the Windows start-up logo appears.
Note: With some computers, if you press and hold a key as the computer is booting you will get a stuck key message. If this occurs, instead of pressing and holding the “F8 key”, tap the “F8 key” continuously until you get the Advanced Boot Options screen.If you are using Windows 8, press the Windows key + C, and then click Settings. Click Power, hold down Shift on your keyboard and click Restart, then click on Troubleshoot and select Advanced options.
In the Advanced Options screen, select Startup Settings, then click on Restart.
If you are using Windows XP, Vista or 7 in the Advanced Boot Options screen, use the arrow keys to highlight Safe Mode with Networking , and then press ENTER.
[Image: Safemode.jpg]\
If you are using Windows 8, press 5 on your keyboard to Enable Safe Mode with Networking.
Windows will start in Safe Mode with Networking.
Step2: Reset your browser settings to remove browser redirect
If you are still experiencing issues with the browser redirect in Internet Explorer, Firefox or Chrome, we will need to reset your browser to its default settings. This step needs to be performed only if your issues have not been solved by the previous steps.
Reset Internet ExplorerReset Mozilla FirefoxReset Google Chrome
You can reset Internet Explorer settings to return them to the state they were in when Internet Explorer was first installed on your PC.
Open Internet Explorer, click on the “gear icon” IE Icon Gear in the upper right part of your browser, then click again on Internet Options.
[Image: Internet Options in Internet Explorer]
In the “Internet Options” dialog box, click on the “Advanced” tab, then click on the “Reset” button.
[Image: Reset Internet Explorer]
In the “Reset Internet Explorer settings” section, select the “Delete personal settings” check box, then click on “Reset” button.
[Image: Reset Internet Explorer to its default settings]
When Internet Explorer has completed its task, click on the “Close” button in the confirmation dialogue box. You will now need to close your browser, and then you can open Internet Explorer again.
Conclusion
Once being allowed to log on the computer, Awesomehp.com will not stop
provoking highly destructive consequences. Currently, many cyber infections
similar to this kind of virus lurk everywhere on the Internet and wait for
opportunities to break into computers. Therefore, it is very essential for users
to take precautions. Be aware of the websites containing malicious scripts, for
they are one of the main resources of redirect virus. Some threats could be
downloaded to the computers unwittingly. To keep the computers safe, users also
need to update their operating system as well as the software installed on a
regular basis. Moreover, it's clever for you to set up a professional malware removal tool to detect and remove all the feasilbe infections.
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