Problem with Internet Explorer

Hi,

 

There is another problem that I am experiencing. Whenever I start my computer, the internet explorer will open on its own displaying a website XXX.thenewspdia.com I have check the website and that it is safe but however, it automatically open on its own. So is this a virus and do I need to run a full system scan? Thanks! 

 

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Message Edited by JerryM on 12-16-2009 09:40 PM