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Microsoft Safety Scanner is a free virus scan utility that expires after ten days. It uses the same detection engine and malware definitions as Microsoft Security Essentials and Microsoft Forefront Endpoint Protection.
Once a file has been rejected by the AOL email service as containing a virus, it can’t be sent even if the virus is cleaned by a virus scan on your computer. You’ll need to use another email service to send your file to the intended recipient.
SafeCentral is a software that protects your computer from malware and Trojans. Learn how to install it from a PC or a Mac with AOL's help.
Uninstall McAfee from your windows PC. Open Control Panel. Locate Programs | click on Uninstall a program. Locate and click on McAfee. Above the program list, click Uninstall/Change. Click Yes on the confirmation screen. Follow the on-screen steps to finish the process. Reboot your PC if prompted when the uninstallation process is complete.
Learn about MSRT, a freeware scanner that Microsoft distributes monthly via Windows Update to remove widespread malware from Windows computers. Find out its history, operation, impact, and how to disable its infection-reporting feature.
Microsoft Defender Antivirus is an antivirus software component of Windows that evolved from Microsoft Security Essentials. It provides real-time protection, browser integration, application guard, controlled folder access and other features to protect endpoints from malware.
EICAR test file is a harmless file used to test antivirus software. It contains a specific string of characters that triggers a response from the antivirus program, but does not contain any real malware.
Learn about the unintended download of malicious software, typically through a web page, e-mail or pop-up window. Find out how drive-by downloads work, how to detect and prevent them, and see related terms and references.