PC Cleaning Software
When you download files to your PC, it is at risk of contracting viruses and malware. There are many free software products that can detect and delete viruses and malware. For optimal results, run these programs with your computer booted up in "Safe Mode."
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HijackThis
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HijackThis will scan all of the files on your computer to find suspicious registry entries and file settings that could have been manipulated by viruses or malware. The software will compile a report that lists any suspicious files. If any files don't seem legitimate, you can delete them with the "Repair" button.
MalwareBytes
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MalwareBytes can be downloaded for free. It updates itself daily and runs at the click of a button. It holds any suspicious files it finds in a "quarantine zone" until you decide whether to delete or restore them.
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Spybot Search and Destroy
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Spybot Search and Destroy is PC cleaning software specially designed to go after spyware. Spyware is a particular type of malware that spies on your computer's activities and may try to hijack files and websites. Many anti-malware programs are not specifically oriented towards spyware. Spybot also offers a extra tool that boots up a special Windows operating system to remove malware that has corrupted your current OS.
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