My computer is being so weird. About 3 days ago I wasn't able to access MSN or AOL messenger; usually when this happens I can use trillian and get through, but that was blocked as well. I couldn't use AOL messenger through the website either.

Then I realized I couldnt connect to several websites I visit regularly....paypal, my college student portal, and now gmail. I get this alert that says "connection was refused to google.com" but I can access google.com, and adsense, just not gmail. I get the same alert for those other sites.

Its been like this for a few days, so I know it must be my computer and not the sites itself. And I've tried connecting to them using two totally different internet connections; still no luck.

Anyone have any idea whats going on here? I tried to do a virus scan, and it didnt' come up with anything. I still think that might be the problem. Oddly enough, I cant load the Norton Virus scan on my comp either. Any help would be greatly appreciated!