Spybot-S&:D found a bunch of stuff but not this > Here's the tool you need: > > http://www.definitivesolutions.com/bhodemon.htm perfect!! i used BHODemon to deactivate SbSrch_V2 and the problem went away i left my other Browser Helper Objects activated -- acrobat kaylon powermarks google toolbar this has been a fascinating adventure thanks to everyone, and especially tony rudy