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Starware Removal Guide
Starware Description
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How can I Detect Starware?
The most common spyware removal tactic is to uninstall Starware by using the "Add/Remove Programs" utility. However, as there may still be hidden Starware files, it's possible that Starware will reappear after reboot. Follow the Starware detection and removal methods below.
Starware Automatic Detection (Recommended)
Is your PC infected with Starware? To safely & quickly detect Starware, we highly recommend you...
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Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner. |
SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. If SpyHunter's malware scanner detects Starware on your PC, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool to remove Starware and other malware threats.
Starware Manual Removal Instructions
Below is a list of Starware manual removal instructions and Starware components listed to help you remove Starware from your PC. Backup Reminder: Always be sure to back up your PC before making any changes.
Note: This manual removal process may be difficult and you run the risk of destroying your computer. We recommend that you use SpyHunter's malware detection tool to check for Starware.
Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find Starware Path
- Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
- In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "Starware" file name(s).
- To get better results, select "Look in: Local Hard Drives" or "Look in: My Computer" and then click "Search" button.
- When Windows finishes your search, hover over the "In Folder" of "Starware", highlight the file and copy/paste the path into the address bar. Save the file's path on your clipboard because you'll need the file path to delete Starware in the following manual removal steps.
- "Starware" files can be found in the directory path(s):
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Read more about How to Find Starware with File Search Tool
Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove Starware Processes
- To open the Windows Task Manager, use the combination of CTRL+ALT+DEL or CTRL+SHIFT+ESC.
- Click on the "Image Name" button to search for "Starware" process by name.
- Select the "Starware" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
- Remove the "Starware" processes files:
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Read more about How to kill Starware Processes
Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove Starware Registry Values
- To open the Registry Editor, go to Start > Run > type regedit and then press the "OK" button.
- Locate and delete the entry or entries whose data value (in the rightmost column) is the spyware file(s) detected earlier.
- To delete "Starware" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
- Locate and delete "Starware" registry entries:
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Read more about How to Remove Starware Registry Entries
Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister Starware DLL Files
- To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then click the "OK" button.
- Type "cd" in order to change the current directory, press the "space" button, enter the full path to where you believe the Starware DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where Starware DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
- To unregister "Starware" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u Starware.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
- Search and unregister "Starware" DLL files:
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Read more about How to Remove Starware DLL Files
Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other Starware Files
- To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then press the "OK" button.
- Type in "dir /A name_of_the_folder" (for example, C:\Spyware-folder), which will display the folder's content even the hidden files.
- To change directory, type in "cd name_of_the_folder".
- Once you have the file you're looking for type in "del name_of_the_file".
- To delete a file in folder, type in "del name_of_the_file".
- To delete the entire folder, type in "rmdir /S name_of_the_folder".
- Select the "Starware" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
- Remove the "Starware" processes files:
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Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files
Starware Recommendation
RECOMMENDED: To avoid the unnecessary risk of damaging your computer, we highly recommend you use a good malware remover to track Starware and automatically remove Starware as well as other spyware, adware, trojans, and virus threats in your PC.
If you believe you have Starware installed on your computer, check for Starware with SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.
SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove Starware and other malware threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool. Since new Starware files are constantly being released, it is normally advised to run SpyHunter's scanner weekly to get the latest updates on Starware and other malware threats.
To learn more on Starware, see our Starware resource section below.
Starware Technical Details
The following Starware components and their MD5s:
| File Name | File Size | MD5 |
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| Starware316.dll | 803328 | 32e690f3964320bc19e250d3272a8d06 |
| Starware358Uninstall.exe | 63705 | bd52048adafa185bd46c4d5b042037c4 |
| jokes[1].exe | 534616 | 5f4dd3768c5997446bfaed696a074f75 |
| Starware316Uninstall.exe | 49514 | 9d5db08c0a78247fc4c71f4cc5f3208e |
| Starware381.dll | 803328 | 1aec69858c40a40e0e257e98c1913d6e |
| recipes[1].exe | 526792 | 6d142e22c201b7fe1b8f137d53cdff83 |
| entertainment[1].exe | 513824 | 877f205fa2860825df14b7177860b839 |
| jokester.dll | 32256 | 5e7f84f8c96571879aa81923929fe293 |
| Starware358.dll | 802816 | 6db09696f76ddcdd832d034d72340477 |
| Starware386.dll | 803328 | d2b03fdcbece63f144f2156f8caeb25d |
More Starware Resources
What is Browser Helper Object?
Starware is a type of Browser Helper Object.
Browser helper objects may be used to help website authors customize and control Internet Explorer. These components usually load when Internet Explorer starts, and may share IE's memory context and perform any action on the available windows and modules. A browser helper object may detect events, create windows to display additional information on a viewed page, and monitor messages and actions.
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Starware Prevention Rules
Protect your computer from Starware and other spyware by following these four easy prevention rules.
Rule #1: Keep your Windows Security up-to-date
Microsoft provides updates weekly and can always be downloaded manually from the Microsoft website.
Tip: Regularly visit Windows Update and set your computer to receive security & critical updates automatically.
To get Microsoft Update, go to IE > Tools > Windows Update > Product Updates, and select "ALL High-Priority Security Updates" from the list.
Then open IE and go to Internet Options > Security > Internet, then press "Default Level", then OK. Now press "Custom Level."
Rule #2: Download and install a reliable anti-spyware software
A good anti-spyware software that recognizes current Starware spyware as well as other forms of spyware can can be the answer to all your security issues. Listed below is an anti-spyware program that can effectively reverse the damage of your computer and detect Starware automatically.
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Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner |
SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove Starware and other malware threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool.
Rule #3: Install and keep your firewall turned on
A firewall is essential for a complete protection of your PC. Make sure that your firewall is always turned on. A firewall can prevent unwanted software like Starware from infecting your computer.
Rule #4: Keep your anti-spyware definitions up-to-date
Since new Starware files can be created every day, it is important to keep your anti-spyware program up-to-date. Your anti-spyware scanner should have an update feature where with a click of a button you can get new spyware definitions instantly. Often, an anti-spyware software will open an update window reminding you that there are new updates available.
Starware Screenshots
View Starware screenshots below and see for yourself how Starware looks like. Learn how to recognize Starware when it infects your machine.
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Publication Date
Sat Apr 2 2005 6:35:00 ESTUser Comments
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