Why does my cursor turn into a barcode and highlight a strip across the screen?

Why does my cursor turn into a barcode and highlight a strip across the screen?
I am using a co-worker’s computer and when the mouse is resting in an area where there is no hyperlink, it will turn into a barcode-like square. My coworker says she has seen this before, but doesn’t know what it is. It makes it difficult to click in the correct area, does anyone know what this is all about?

Best answer:

Probably one of those third-party cursor programs or a virus. Try checking the add/remove programs section and see if you find anything that has the word cursor in it (like cursor magic, or smart cursor, etc). If you find something that looks like a match, search the internet to see if you can find more details on the program to help you decide if you should remove it or not.

If you don’t find something in add/remove programs, then check out the programs in startup (use MSCONFIG or similar tools).

Also be sure to do a system restore prior to making an changes to your co-workers computer.

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