Grokster SpywareFree Install - Step by Step

[JackSpratts]

N.B. The following has not been tested with Grokster v1.6. Though not a forced upgrade, there may be issues that remain unaddressed by this installation procedure. While you shouldn't let that get in the way of enjoyable file sharing experiences, it's always wise to proceed with caution. That's why you're here afterall.

Prep

Run an updated version of Ad-Aware before doing this install, at least version 5.81, build 2.915 or later (new platform). Remove any spyware components found. If you don't already have it you can get Ad-Aware from http://www.lavasoftusa.com/downloads.html Use the back-up provision if you've never used Ad-Aware before. If you do have Ad-Aware make sure it's updated by d/l'ing & installing the latest reflist.zip file from the site (it's called the "Ad-Aware signature file" and it unzips to a file called reffile.awr - and it works with the latest Ad-Aware engine only, versions 5.8 forward). I recommend using your PC for a while after you've removed spyware for the first time just to make sure everything operates properly.


Install

Download Grokster and run the install. You'll be prompted for an array of add-ons, none of which you'll want, so make sure they're all unchecked. You'll be asked to modify your browser. Decline.

Once Grokster's installed, close it at the toolbar.


Clean

Run Ad-Aware. Twice. Even though you've said no to the extra Grokster installs they may be there anyway! When prompted, remove (check) all found components EXCEPT cd_clint.dll.

Download the CD CLINT.ZIP file from the site provided by napho, http://www.cexx.org/dummies.htm Unzip it to your desktop. It's around 48k in size.


Replace cd_clint

Note - The following may be on a different drive on your PC:
Making sure Explorer is set to show Hidden Files, go to Local Disc C | Windows | System and find the original cd_clint.dll file. It should be 151k in size. Rename it something like “oldcd_clint.dll” and then move it to a new folder. Save it, you may need it down the road. Now transfer the new cd_clint.dll file (you just downloaded and unzipped), from your desktop and put it into Windows | System folder.

Re-start Grokster. Congratulations, you're now back on the Fasttrack Network!


Finish

At your next boot-up do the following: Decline the Grokster update wizard. Go to Start | Run and enter "msconfig". Click OK. Click Startup in the new box and uncheck all items marked as Kazaa or Grokster, if any. Click Apply & OK. That's it. No need to restart as all changes will take effect during your next boot-up.

Done.

- js.

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