Sony rootkit CD problem #2

After completing a couple more rootkit removal attempts, we looked through the only items which were tagged. The about 700 files in the NProtect Recycler file (Norton's rubbish can). We restored a few and came to the conclusion that we could dump the files. So, emptied the rubbish can, and surprise, surprise... the MP3s are now working from both the C and external drive.

Whatever files were interferring with my MP3 system were somehow in the rubbish can. This is so odd. Anyway, I was really happy!

My research also indicated that some of what the software does is to tag individual MP3 files so that information can be gleaned about me. I have a lot of MP3 files because I converted all my CDs to MP3 (about 1000 CDs). This really irritates me. I have to investigate what my options are about identifying the tags and cleaning them up. I need some sort of batch detagger.

The music companies only want us to play CDs. When they get scratched or damaged, they want us to shell out more money to buy another CD. I have read that these companies may actually be making the CDs more likely to scratch with their anti-pirating schemes. You know, I do not really see how these schemes really help to stop the real thieves. These procedures seemed more aimed at people like me.

Then, I attached a 7-port USB 1.0 Hub to that computer. Unfortunately, the computer's USB front ports are 2.0. Afyer plugging in the USA 1.0 my winsock connection failed. I moved the wireless network adapter back to a direct connection with the computer's USB 2.0. I am rebooting at this moment. I have my fingers crossed!

Everything is working perfectly! Yea!! Have to go out for a bit. Will be back.