Ops 201: Class 14

This topic matters as it relates to what I'm studying in this module because we are learning how to remove malware from computers today in Lab. Additionally, it is another vital part of knowing what to do in case you have a situation where you need to keep the data on your computer, so it is necessary to find and kill the malware causing problems.

This article explains how to remove malware from your PC, and explains the process that needs to be followed in order to do so. First thing that is required to do is to boot your computer into Safe Mode. There are a few different options when entering Safe Mode, so you would need to follow this path; Troubleshooting > Advanced Options > Startup Settings > Restart. This will take you into another boot up menu where you will choose option 4 to enter Safe Mode. It was noted that if your computer runs faster in Safe Mode than normal, it could be a sign that your computer does in fact have a malware issue. First thing the article explains to do is delete the temporary files and perform a disk cleanup. After performing the actions necessary in Safe Mode, you'll want to download malware scanners. The article shares the two different types of malware scanners, one that runs in the background (which is what most people are used to) and one that works on-demand when you prompt it to. With a computer that is infected, it is recommended to use an on-demand program. You'll want to run a scan with this malware program, more precisely a Threat scan. Your malware program could have detected the malware and suggested options to take care of the problem, or it could finish the scan and say your computer is clean. If this happens, you will want to run a custom scan (if you believe your computer really is infected with malware). Following this entire process you'll want to restart your computer. The article continues to talk about what-if scenarios, such as fixing your browser, recovering files, and keeping your computer clean in the long run.

Things I want to know more about are what happens if you suspect malware but cannot find it? How can you detect something that is hidden well?