{"id":10533,"date":"2019-10-01T13:13:02","date_gmt":"2019-10-01T07:43:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/?p=10533"},"modified":"2020-09-09T13:06:48","modified_gmt":"2020-09-09T07:36:48","slug":"fix-computer-virus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/how-to\/fix-computer-virus\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix a Computer Virus?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p align=\"justify\">Antivirus software is a necessity for anyone who works on a computer and uses the Windows operating system. Of course, there are ways to prevent viruses from entering your computer by practicing good browsing habits. However, the truth is, no matter how cautious you are, viruses still find their way to get inside the system. There is a gamut of antivirus software available in the market. Some of them are free to use, and while for others, you will have to buy their product. Do keep in mind that if you are using a free antivirus software for <strong>virus removal<\/strong>, then they do lack some of the vital features. So, if you want to know about how to fix computer virus, rely on a robust antivirus software, for instance, Comodo.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Here\u2019s the essential thing to do. Scan the computer using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.comodo.com\/home\/internet-security\/antivirus.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Comodo antivirus<\/a>; the scanner will take some time to finish the complete scanning process. Take your time and don\u2019t use the computer. Let the scanning process get over. The scanner will notify you during the <strong>virus removal<\/strong> process; in fact, it finds something suspicious. Give the command to the software to remove it. After the scanning process is done, the antivirus software will notify you about the same.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10536\" src=\"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/fix-computer-virus.jpg\" alt=\"Fix Computer Virus\" width=\"620\" height=\"527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/fix-computer-virus.jpg 620w, https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/fix-computer-virus-300x255.jpg 300w, https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/fix-computer-virus-201x171.jpg 201w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Some of the corrupt files may get deleted during the scanning process automatically. In case, the scanner wants your permission to remove the other few; we will recommend you to read which files or apps the virus infected. Permit the antivirus to tackle with the situation.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Once everything is done and your computer seems to be finally free from malware and viruses, don\u2019t use the computer, especially the internet, right away. Shut down the PC and switch it on again. Run the scanner yet again, and if this time the scanner gives you the green signal that there are no viruses left in your computer, then your PC is good to go. However, in case the software finds a different malware or virus, then you must get rid of them right away.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">If you are under the perception that since one <a href=\"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/computer-safety\/best-antivirus-of-2019\/\">antivirus software<\/a> is suitable for your system, two will be even better. Well, the answer to this is no. Antivirus can make the processing power to slow down. Hence, keep only one and a solid one.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Just in case, if you want to be 100% sure that everything is fine with your computer, enter the Safe Mode. Some of the viruses hide beneath the registry folder. As soon as you turn on your computer, the registry folder can trigger as well, allowing the virus to duplicate itself and infect the computer. This is the reason, start Safe Mode.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Now, use the Comodo antivirus software while you are in the Safe Mode. Don\u2019t use the internet; keep it disconnected. While scanning your PC in Safe Mode, if you come across more malware pop soliton, then you have your answer for <a href=\"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/how-to\/clean-your-computer-from-viruses\/\">how to fix computer virus<\/a>. Readers may note that not every virus or malware infects your computer to steal your personal information. Some are rather harmless but can get annoying with their frequent pop-up ads. Once you get rid of even the least harmful malware of the virus, then your computer is in good shape.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/download\/thank-you.php?prod=cloud-antivirus&amp;track=16678&amp;af=16678\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8604\" src=\"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Comodo-Free-Antivirus.png\" alt=\"comodo antivirus\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.nurd.com\/home\/purchase.php?pid=109&amp;af=16166\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8604\" src=\"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/complete-antivirus.png\" alt=\"comodo antivirus\" width=\"650\" height=\"83\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Related Resource:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/can-i-run-antivirus-software-in-safe-mode.php\">Can I Run Antivirus Software in Safe Mode?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/how-to\/get-rid-of-virus-on-a-laptop\/\">How to Get Rid of Virus on Laptop?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/security\/how-to-protect-computer-from-viruses.php\">How to Protect your Computer from Viruses?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/how-to\/get-rid-of-computer-virus\/\">Get rid of computer virus<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/antivirus.comodo.com\/blog\/computer-safety\/best-virus-removal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Best virus removal<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Website Malware Scanner\" href=\"https:\/\/webinspector.com\/website-malware-scanner\/\" target=\"blank\">Website Scanner<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cwatch.comodo.com\/wordpress-security.php\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">WordPress Security<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cwatch.comodo.com\/website-status-checker.php\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Website Status<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cwatch.comodo.com\/website-backup\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Website Backup<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Antivirus software is a necessity for anyone who works on a computer and uses the Windows operating system. 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