pc not functioning properly

[gnvqsos]

When I tried to update Windows XP Home with SP3 i may have got a virus.I have a corrupted task manager that does not display fully and can no longer access the internet.I have run several scans using Avast,SPbt,Mwbts and SAS-not to mention dr web cureit.All indicate i have no virus.I have been unable to operate in safe mode but have been advised how to access this on another forum.I believe I should be altering the registry bbut would welcome some guidance

Many thanks

 

John

[Dalo Harkin]

Why do you think that you have a virus?

Where did you get SP3 from - microsoft update? or another source?

[macken]

A virus from a microsoft update? Like above, where di you download your SP3 update from? If it was the "offical" download then you should be fine and maybe a problem with your OS. If on the other hand its not the offical microsoft download then it may very well be a virus.