• %Windows Installed Drive%\Documents.exe +  All Drives (D:, E:…)
  
• %Windows Installed Drive%\Photos.exe
• %Windows Installed Drive%\Games.exe
• %Windows Installed Drive%\Pictures.exe
• %Windows Installed Drive%\DC2.exe
• %Windows Installed Drive%\SYSTEMIL.EXE
  
• %Windows\SYSTEMIL.EXE [ 241.664 KB ]
  
• %Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\Startup\SYSTEMIL2.EXE
  

If you have any of these files in running process from task manger, end the process before removal.
Note: if task manager is disabled
Download the following file [ Right click and select “Save Target as” ]
Click to Download - Enable Task.reg
Open it with Regedit.exe [%system32\regedit.exe], then it Confirms Add to registry Yes or No, Confirm Yes, then click Ok.

Note: If the registry editor fails to open the threat may have modified the registry to prevent access to the registry editor.
Download UnHookExec.inf, [ Right click and select “Save Target as” ]
Save it to your Windows desktop. Do not run it at this time, download it only.
After booting into the Safe Mode or VGA Mode
Right-click the UnHookExec.inf file and click Install.
[This is a small file. It does not display any notice or boxes when you run it.]

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Delete : SystemIL \SYSTEMIL.EXE
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Delete : SystemIL \SYSTEMIL.EXE
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer
Delete : NoFolderOptions
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced
HideFileExt value: Change to 1 (If Value not 1)
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced FolderContentsInfoTip value: Change to 1 (If Value not 1)
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced PersistBrowsers value: Change to 0 (If Value not 0)
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced ShowInfoTip value: Change to 1 (If Value not 1)
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced
Delete : Start_ShowControlPanel
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced
Hidden value: Change to 1 (If Value not 1)
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Control Panel
Delete : Homepage
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\Explorer
Delete : NoFolderOptions
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\system
Delete : DisableTaskMgr
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\system
Delete : DisableRegistryTools
Delete Entry with any Listed file name Above
Search Registry For W32/VB.KI Worm File Names listed above to remove completely,
Edit Menu - Find, enter Keyword and remove all value that find in search.

Microsoft this week started explaining its upgrade strategy for business customers to Windows 7. The situation is, if you are running Windows XP or 2000, there is no direct upgrade path to Windows 7. Also, users of these older versions of Windows must take into account compatibility issues with custom in house or commercial applications. The truth is, if you are currently having issues with an application on Windows Vista, its most likely to continue having problems with 7 since Windows 7 is based on Windows Vista SP1/Server 2008 SP1 kernel.

So what's a user to do? In Windows 7 the compatibility process itself is handled through a number of avenues, which include the Windows Upgrade Advisor and Application Compatibility Toolkit (ACT) to help customers assess application compatibility. For untested or in-house developed applications, Windows 7 provides a number of in-box compatibility aids. For example, if an application fails to install because of a hard-coded version check, the Program Compatibility Trouble-shooter can automatically fix the problem (with the users consent) and rerun the installer. Windows 7 includes an expanded application shim infrastructure and Problem Steps Recorder that people can use to capture compatibility issues for evaluation by technical experts.

Personally I would have like if Microsoft could bring their investments in the MED-V application virtualization solution to make compatibility a thing of the past. With MED-V, isolation enables each application to have its own virtual registry and run in its own virtual environment. I personally have been testing Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Virtualization beta which is frustrating to setup and configure. This is a possible solution for users who are still on Windows XP or 2000 with applications that work best in these environments, what MED-V does is virtualizes these environments to provide a compatibility layer in (Windows Vista 32-bit only right now) so businesses can continue running applications within these environments without any penalties while taking advantage of the new capabilities of the latest version of Windows.

Unfortunately, this is limited to just Enterprise Customers who are signed up for Microsoft’s Volume Licensing agreements. For consumers, its a choice between finding new versions of your applications or running them in Windows XP or 2000 in Virtual PC or VMWare Workstation on top of Windows Vista or 7. As for no upgrading to Windows 7 from Windows XP or 2000, its not going to happen, I find it trivial in fact. Why? Well, it is well researched that upgrades are often the result of most failed installations of a new operating system. Especially for a an OS that is 2 to 3 generations behind. Users running Windows XP now can find a costly solution now by moving to Windows Vista and then  upgrade directly Windows Vista. Windows Vista customers will be eligible for direct upgrades including users of 64-Bit versions of Vista to Windows 7 and its respective platforms. Customers of Windows XP though are eligible for the upgrade rights to Windows 7 which is the good part of migrating to the new OS. Yes, its a bumpy decision when you take into account the time consuming process of backing up files, reinstalling applications and reconfiguring settings. But I believe it works out to a much cleaner experience that will guarantee the user stability and reliability.

Resources:

Guidance on Windows Deployments for Business Customers
Announcing MED-V 1.0 BETA – Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Virtualization

I’m working on a web site for a UK company, I’m doing all the design work and link building.

AND I just saved about $20 off my submission using the BOTW promo code that Google Tutor posted the other day. That’s $20 right in my pocket!

Thanks man!

Btw, if you have a web site you should be listed at BOTW!

One of the innovative features coming in Windows 7 is Multi-touch capabilities. Brandon over at the Windows 7 Team Blog shows you how to get it setup on supported PC’s:

“In order to take advantage of it, you are going to need a PC that supports multiple touch points. Today – there are a few PCs on the market to choose from:

• HP TouchSmart All-in-One PCs (IQ500 series & IQ800 series)
• HP TouchSmart tx2 Tablet PC
• Dell Latitude XT Tablet PC

To enable multi-touch capabilities on these PCs running the Windows 7 Beta you will need to make sure you have the latest multi-touch beta drivers. The driver allows the digitizer screen to support multiple touch points. Remember these are beta drivers, they still need to pass through our rigorous Windows Logo process before they are final, we can’t guarantee that all pre-Windows 7 PCs will have logoed drivers.”

Learn more here

Personally, I have not gotten the chance to play with Multi-Touch in Windows 7 since my computers don’t support such features. But its interesting none the less for those who do have such systems. In Windows 7 controlling the computer by touching the screen is a core user experience, with visual feedback provided for tap and double-tap gestures.

The Start menu, Windows Taskbar and Windows Explorer are touch friendly, with larger icons that are easier to select with your finger, Browsing the web with Internet Explorer 8 is easier too – just use your finger to scroll down a web page or browse your favorite links. You can even use your finger to arrange the pictures in a photo album. Windows 7 also includes multi-touch technology, which lets you control what happens on the screen with more than one finger. You can zoom in on an image by moving two fingers close together, like you’re pinching something, or zoom out by moving two fingers apart. You can rotate n image on the screen by rotating one finger around another and can right click by holding one finger on your target and tapping the screen with a second finger. Touch Gestures provide direct visual feedback and interact with underlying content in a natural and intuitive way.

Its a new method of input I believe will bring about new types of commercial applications, some of which I can imagine being useful for kids in the class room and graphics designers.

Resources:

Channel 10: Windows 7 Touch and Windows Media Center

Now that the Windows 7 Beta has been out for a while, I’d like to highlight how folks can try out Windows Touch, Windows 7’s new multi-touch capabilities.

In order to take advantage of it, you are going to need a PC that supports multiple touch points. Today – there are a few PCs on the market to choose from:

• HP TouchSmart All-in-One PCs (IQ500 series & IQ800 series)
• HP TouchSmart tx2 Tablet PC
• Dell Latitude XT Tablet PC

To enable multi-touch capabilities on these PCs running the Windows 7 Beta you will need to make sure you have the latest multi-touch beta drivers. The driver allows the digitizer screen to support multiple touch points. Remember these are beta drivers, they still need to pass through our rigorous Windows Logo process before they are final, we can’t guarantee that all pre-Windows 7 PCs will have logoed drivers.

• For HP TouchSmart All-in-One PCs: The driver is available from Windows Update. After you have installed the Window 7 Beta, open Windows Update from the Start menu. You might have to click the “Check for Updates” link on your left so it will find the driver, it is Optional right now so you’ll have to select it before it will install.
• For the Dell Latitude XT and HP TouchSmart tx2 Tablet PCs: the drivers are available now on N-Trig’s website. N-Trig is the company that makes the digitizer in these PCs (you should read the release notes, there are some limitations, like no pen support you should be aware of and how to switch between Windows Vista and Windows 7). Please also note these are beta drivers and are not supported by Dell or HP.

Many features in Windows 7, which are available today in the Windows 7 Beta, take advantage of multi-touch capabilities and I thought I’d highlight a few with some tips here.

To make sure multi-touch is working try our new Paint. The latest version of Paint has some cool new brushes that are designed for multi-touch, click on the Brushes gallery and pick any one (I like the Oil Brush). Now try finger painting – this is also the easy way to see how many fingers your PC supports at the same time, some support two at a time, others support 4 or more.

Once you are done “painting” - try out Internet Explorer 8. The big touch feature here is panning; you can place your finger anywhere on a page and drag up or down to scroll the page – that’s a lot easier than trying to touch the scrollbar. You can also go back and forward between pages with your finger using Flicks: try flicking to your right (as if you were going back in a book) to go back.

You can also use touch to navigate along the taskbar. The new Jump Lists on the taskbar are touch optimized, instead of right-clicking on one of the icons on the taskbar, trying dragging up on it with your finger to literally pull the menu up.

Windows Media Center is also touch optimized. Ben Reed, Senior Product Manager for Windows Media Center, demoed this for Channel 10.

One last tip: To make buttons and controls bigger and easier to touch, you can tell Windows to display everything larger – this has really improved in Windows 7. Go to the Start menu and type display, and then open the Display Control Panel (which should be at the top of the Start menu). Choose the Medium (that’s what I use) or Larger size and you will find that everything is easier to target with your finger.