Often there are situations for personal computer users when various viruses appear on the system, which got along with the installation files of programs. Removing viruses and infected files is easy.
Necessary
- - anti-keylogger;
- - firewall;
- - anti-virus software.
Instructions
Step 1
Install licensed antivirus software on your computer to scan your computer for various threats in real time. Typically, you need an active internet connection to be able to update the virus signature databases. Such software is always installed in the same directory where the operating system is installed.
Step 2
Next, check for viruses on your computer. To do this, run your antivirus and scan all disks, as well as the registry and temporary files. It will take about an hour, but the scan time depends a lot on the load on the hard drives. Next, remove all threats that are on your computer. Also, do not forget that for reliable protection you must have an anti-keylogger and a firewall installed.
Step 3
To completely remove the infected program, go to the "My Computer" shortcut. Next, click on the "Add or Remove Programs" tab. In a couple of minutes, you will be presented with a complete list of all programs that are installed on your computer. Find the program that is infected with various viruses. Click on the "Delete" button. Wait a few minutes for the system to completely remove all files related to this software.
Step 4
Close all windows and tabs and restart your computer. Next, open your antivirus software and once again check all disks, temporary files and registry for viruses. Once the system has finished checking, view the detailed countdown. If no more viruses are found, then all viruses along with the program have been completely removed from the computer's hard drive. In the future, check your computer for viruses several times a week to be completely sure that your data is safe.
