How to remove the association for Visual Basic Script files - Windows 2000

VBS/LoveLetter and related viruses need to the have the association for the VBS extension to the Windows Scripting Host (WSH) to spread. If this association is removed, you will not be able to execute VBScripts by double-clicking them any longer.

Follow the instructions given below to remove the VBS extension from the list of known types in Windows 2000.

1. Open "My Computer"

2. Select "Tools/Folder Options"

3. Find "VBScript Script File" from the "File Types" tab.

4. Select "Delete".

5. If you get a confirmation dialog, select "Yes".

Now the VBS association is removed.