comodo/hopsurf toolbar problem

[mikky]

When I first got my new Sony Vaio model VGN-NS30E, I installed Comodo Security Suite. It seemed like a good idea at the time. I wasn't happy with it and tried to uninstall it. I now run AVG free edition, and Windows firewall.
I also now use Firefox browser, and am happy with my set up. I don't really like internet explorer, so don't use it. When I installed Comodo, the HopSurf Toolbar was bundled with it. I did my homework after the event, and found, ( online ) issues with HopSurf

Comodo removed Ask/IAC SafeSurf Toolbar by replacing it with HopSurf/IAC/Ask Toolbar - Donna's SecurityFlash

I have uninstalled Comodo/HopSurf, and when do a search cannot find it, but when I open ie, I get this.

On opening ie, it is impossible to close using the x
I have to open Task Manager ( Ctrl Alt Delete ) even then it puts up a fight.
Comodo/HopSurf is clearly still there, how can I get rid of it?

I do not like having toolbars, or anything else, forced on me. I presume there was an option not to accept the toolbar, on installation, but i never saw it, and wasn't savvy enough.
Your thoughts welcome.

Cheers Mike

 

[mitchell]

Hi Mikky, If you go into Tools in your IE browser & select Manage add ons you should be able to disable it from in there

 

[mikky]

Ok Mitchell, will give that a go. Thanks Mike

 

[mikky]

Have just tried that, and realise, nothing works in ie, i can't click on anything, so have obviously disabled the works somehow. I don't suppose I can just uninstall ie altogether could I? Windows wouldn't allow that, would they?
will have to figure this out now. Never a dull moment with me you know?

Mike

 

[mitchell]

Have just tried that, and realise, nothing works in ie, i can't click on anything, so have obviously disabled the works somehow. I don't suppose I can just uninstall ie altogether could I? Windows wouldn't allow that, would they?
will have to figure this out now. Never a dull moment with me you know?

Mike

I just reread your first post with Firefox you go to Tools then Add ons.

I am actually sitting at an XP machine at the moment and cant check but i am sure you can get to Manage add ons from within the control panel under Internet options

While you are there just check Add/remove programs that this toolbar isnt on an independent uninstaller from Comodo

 

[mitchell]

Have just tried that, and realise, nothing works in ie, i can't click on anything, so have obviously disabled the works somehow. I don't suppose I can just uninstall ie altogether could I? Windows wouldn't allow that, would they?
will have to figure this out now. Never a dull moment with me you know?

Mike

If you need to remove IE8 here is a link to how to do it
How do I uninstall or remove Internet Explorer 8?
All the best