Windows 10: Disinfect Windows 10 most thoroughly 2023 NL

Disinfect Windows 10 most thoroughly 2023 I'll show you the most thorough methods to check for infection in Windows 10 in all places it hides, remove it completely, then check for any damaged system files to fix.1 To check most thoroughly for infection and any resulting System damage, Download, install and run a full scan with the most powerful on-demand free scanner Malwarebytes: https://www.malwarebytes.com/mwb-download/ Make sure to only choose the Free version.In the Malwarebytes Settings gear icon > Security tab set it to include scanning for Rootkits.2 If necessary run it in Saf

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Disinfect Windows 10 most thoroughly (2023)

I'll show you the most thorough methods to check for infection in Windows 10 in all places it hides, remove it completely, then check for any damaged system files to fix.

1) To check most thoroughly for infection and any resulting System damage, Download, install and run a full scan with the most powerful on-demand free scanner Malwarebytes: Download Malware Removal | Free Antivirus Scan & Virus Protection Tool Make sure to only choose the Free version.

In the Malwarebytes Settings (gear icon) > Security tab set it to include scanning for Rootkits.

2) If necessary run it in Safe Mode with Networking (to have internet), or Safe Mode accessed by one of these methods: https://www.digitalcitizen.life/4-ways-boot-safe-mode-windows-10. These require a password and not PIN to access.

3) Clean up anything found, restart PC and then run again until it comes up clean.

4) Then download, install and run a full scan with AdwCleaner: Download AdwCleaner

Remove whatever it finds. Check for anything found but is still left over in Settings > Apps > Apps & Features, and C:\Program Files and C:\Program Files(86) to uninstall or delete them. I can guide you how to do this if there are problems.

5) Also check in each of your browser's Extensions, Home Page settings, Search service or Add-On's as shown here: How to Disable or Remove Browser Extensions to disable anything you didn't add yourself and are sure you need. Ask back if in doubt.

6) Then check for damaged System files by running System File Checker and DISM from Step 10 in this checklist: Redirecting

7) If completing all of Step 10 in above Checklist doesn't fix it then run a Repair Install

which reinstalls Windows while saving your files and apps in place, brings it up to the latest version by the most stable method, takes about an hour and resolves most problems: How to Fix Windows 10 with a 30-Minute Repair Install'

8) If you want to keep Malwarebytes as an on-demand scanner then you can turn off its Real Time trial version using the slider buttons on it's front panel. I recommend it as the #1 tool for your toolbox.

For best WIndows performance, use built-in Defender which gives adequate real-time protection.

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deleting windows 10 and disinfection messages

Thankyou Jesinta. I found and deleted the file, according to your instructions. As you suggested, the disinfection problem persists, however. More on that later ...

 

Disinfect Windows 11 most thoroughly 2023

Defender gives best Windows performance and adequate real time protection, but when it finds something or you suspect you're infected, you'll want to roll out the bigger artillery to know you're getting the very best and most thorough scans. For this we should use the industry leaders, Malwarebytes on-demand protection for malware and AdwCleaner for the lower level threats and PUPs.

1) Download, install and run the best on-demand free scanner Malwarebytes: Download Malware Removal | Free Antivirus Scan & Virus Protection Tool Make sure to only choose the Free version. In the Malwarebytes Settings (gear icon) > Security tab set it to include scanning for Rootkits.

If necessary run it in Safe Mode with Networking, or Safe Mode accessed by one of these methods: How to Start Windows 11 in Safe Mode

2) Clean up anything found, restart PC and then run again until it comes up clean. Then download, install and run a full scan with AdwCleaner: Download AdwCleaner

3) Remove whatever it finds. Check for anything found but is still left over in Settings > Apps > Apps & Features, and C:\Program Files and C:\Program Files(86) to uninstall or delete them. I can guide you how to do this if there are problems.

4) Also in each of your browser's Extensions, Home Page settings, Search service or Add-On's as shown here: How to Disable or Remove Browser Extensions to disable anything you didn't add yourself and are sure you need. Ask back if in doubt.

5) To check for any broken System files, run System File Checker/DISM in WIndows 11: Use System File Checker (SFC) to Repair System Files in Windows 11 Tutorial

6) If that doesn't fix it then you can do a Windows 11 Repair Upgrade which reinstalls Windows while saving your files and apps in place, brings it up to the latest version by the most stable method, takes about an hour and resolves most problems: Repair Install Windows 11 with an In-place Upgrade Tutorial

If you want to keep Malwarebytes as an on-demand scanner then you can turn off its Real Time trial version using the slider buttons on it's front panel. I recommend it as the #1 tool for your toolbox.

For best WIndows performance, use built-in Defender which gives adequate real-time protection.