Malicious software or malware can infect a computer with different viruses and worms designed to critically damage a computer system. This software contains a code that, when introduced to your computer system, begins to corrupt Windows and its operation. If you suspect you have malware on your computer, the following steps will help do away with this troublesome pest.
Instructions
1. Disconnect the infested computer from all networks like the Internet. When possible, use removable software in this process to, so that any new install is clean.
2. Backup any good files that you may want to save.
3. Use a utility like Safe Mode to stop the malware from running. This is helpful because some malware is self-running, which is also know as auto-starting. There are free programs that can assist with this step.
4. Check "My Network Places." Delete anything that you do not recognize or if the name looks suspect.
5. Reboot back to Safe Mode. At this point you have taken care of the surface malware. Review again for any other errors, in addition to malware.
6. Go to "add/remove" in your control panel and begin to delete adware.
7. Delete all ActiveX controls, the Web browser cache, temporary files,
cookies and the Web browser history.
8. Empty the recycle bin for each user.
9. Set up a firewall program and get it running.
10. Log on to the Internet and scan the hard disk for any possible viruses.
11. Reboot your system and check for anything you may have missed.
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