How to Scan For Viruses on your Windows 11 PC (Security Settings)
2To scan for viruses on your Windows 11 PC, you can use Microsoft Defender Antivirus, which is built into the operating system. Here are the steps:
Open Windows Security:
You can do this in two ways:
Click on the Windows Security icon (a small blue shield) in the taskbar.
Alternatively, click the Start button, type “Windows Security” into the search bar, and hit Enter or click “Open.”
Access Virus & Threat Protection:
Once in Windows Security, click on “Virus & Threat Protection.”
Choose a Scan Option:
Quick Scan: If you’re short on time, a quick scan checks your startup folders and the registry for viruses.
Full Scan: For a thorough check, select a full scan. It examines every file and folder on your computer, including the registry and startup items. Note that a full scan can take hours, so consider running it when you won’t need your computer for a while.
Custom Scan: Customize the scan to target specific folders.
Microsoft Defender Offline Scan: Use this option when malware is challenging to remove while the operating system (Windows 11) is active. An offline scan runs before the OS loads, allowing the antivirus to remove the virus while it can’t protect itself.
Start the Scan:
Choose the scan type you want (quick, full, custom, or offline), then click “Scan Now.”
Allow the scan to run, and if any malware is detected, follow Microsoft Defender’s recommendations to address the issue.
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