Antivirus 2009 -- arrrgh!

I spent the better part of today ridding our desk top computer of the fake antivirus virus scam by using Malwarebytes' Anti-malware.  So far, it's worked.  If you've been plagued, try this free download.  Always beware of a spyware that scans your files and then tells you there are infected files and then says they can remove the bugs and viruses if you buy their program.  NEVER give them your credit card information.... it's a scam!  Antivirus 2009 disguises itself as a Windows program... looks very authentic.  I downloaded the 'file scan checker' and they were IN.  Then I realized it was phony but I couldn't get rid of it... pop-ups every few minutes... so annoying.  So.. hope this helps if you are having problems with av2009.exc.