To Eddy and Technical.... a big thanks for your input and assistance.
The reason I had asked the original question is as follows:
-When I have Web Shield active, my CPU usage goes to 100% and nothing can be launched. With Web Shield "terminated" the CPU usage averages 4%. I have the following "active"
Instant Messaging-Network Shield-Outlook/Exchange (I use Outlook)-Standard Shield..all others are terminated.
-MS AntiSpyware enabled/disabled, uninstalled same results
I am trying to pinpoint the reason for the high CPU usage when Web Shield is "active".
I will add that the PC (laptop) used version 4.5 before with no ill effects, so I am still trying to find an answer.
Thanks
Cheers