How to Get Virus Off Computer?

Disconnect the computer from the internet

Unplug external drives and USB devices

Boot into Safe Mode

Run a full scan with your antivirus software

Update your antivirus definitions first if possible

Run a second scan with a trusted anti-malware tool

Quarantine or delete any detected threats

Uninstall suspicious programs

Remove unknown browser extensions and add-ons

Clear temporary files and browser cache

Check startup programs and disable suspicious entries

Review installed apps for anything unfamiliar

Restore browser settings to default

Change important passwords from a clean device

Enable two-factor authentication on important accounts

Update the operating system and all software

Restore from a clean backup if needed

If the infection remains, back up important files and reinstall the operating system

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