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What to do when pc contains several viruses?
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<blockquote data-quote="jondeck" data-source="post: 132" data-attributes="member: 78"><p>Multiple viruses on your PC can be scary, but don't panic! Here's a quick action plan to save your machine:</p><p></p><p><strong>1. Isolate and Disconnect:</strong></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>First things first, unplug your PC from the internet.</strong> This stops the viruses from spreading or downloading more nasties.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Disconnect any external devices</strong> like USB drives or printers to prevent the infection from jumping off your PC.</li> </ul><p></p><p><strong>2. Scan and Clean:</strong></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Fire up your antivirus software and run a full system scan.</strong> Choose the most thorough option available.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Let the antivirus handle the detected threats.</strong> Most will quarantine or delete them automatically. Be careful not to delete legitimate files flagged mistakenly.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Consider a secondary scan with Malwarebytes.</strong> It can catch viruses your primary antivirus might miss.</li> </ul><p></p><p><strong>3. Update, Update, Update!</strong></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Install the latest updates for your operating system, antivirus, and all other programs.</strong> Updates often patch security holes exploited by viruses.</li> </ul><p></p><p><strong>4. Extra Cleaning:</strong></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Temporary files can harbor hidden malware.</strong> Delete them using your operating system's built-in tool or a dedicated cleaner like Cleaner.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Run a disk scan and check for file system errors.</strong></li> </ul><p>If you're not tech-savvy, seek <a href="https://dignitynewzealand.co.nz/" target="_blank">professional computer services</a>. They can handle the cleanup and ensure your PC is fully secure.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="jondeck, post: 132, member: 78"] Multiple viruses on your PC can be scary, but don't panic! Here's a quick action plan to save your machine: [B]1. Isolate and Disconnect:[/B] [LIST] [*][B]First things first, unplug your PC from the internet.[/B] This stops the viruses from spreading or downloading more nasties. [*][B]Disconnect any external devices[/B] like USB drives or printers to prevent the infection from jumping off your PC. [/LIST] [B]2. Scan and Clean:[/B] [LIST] [*][B]Fire up your antivirus software and run a full system scan.[/B] Choose the most thorough option available. [*][B]Let the antivirus handle the detected threats.[/B] Most will quarantine or delete them automatically. Be careful not to delete legitimate files flagged mistakenly. [*][B]Consider a secondary scan with Malwarebytes.[/B] It can catch viruses your primary antivirus might miss. [/LIST] [B]3. Update, Update, Update![/B] [LIST] [*][B]Install the latest updates for your operating system, antivirus, and all other programs.[/B] Updates often patch security holes exploited by viruses. [/LIST] [B]4. Extra Cleaning:[/B] [LIST] [*][B]Temporary files can harbor hidden malware.[/B] Delete them using your operating system's built-in tool or a dedicated cleaner like Cleaner. [*][B]Run a disk scan and check for file system errors.[/B] [/LIST] If you're not tech-savvy, seek [URL='https://dignitynewzealand.co.nz/']professional computer services[/URL]. They can handle the cleanup and ensure your PC is fully secure.[B][/B] [/QUOTE]
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