To identify malware and remove it from your PC, stick to this.
If you end up needing to download softwaresuch as a malware removal tooldisconnect as soon as you’re done.
ClickUpdate & Security > RecoveryorSystem > Recovery.
UnderAdvanced Startup, selectRestart Now.
On theChoose an Optionscreen, which appears after restart, selectTroubleshoot > Advanced Options > Startup parameters > Restart.
First, review the apps and files that have run recently underSettings > Privacy & security > Activity history.
ExpandWindows Logson the left sidebar and pick the category to view events.
Finally, Task Manager shows you everything that’s currently running and what resources are being used.
Open it with the shortcutCtrl + Shift + Escor from theStartmenu.
Look for processes that are resource-heavy or that have suspicious names.
you might select and end tasks from theProcessestab.
ClickRemove Filesto clear out some or all of the files.
UnderSettings > System > Storage, toggleStorage Senseon, and clickClean nowto use it immediately.
On Chrome, tap the three dots in the upper-right corner of your surfing app window to open tweaks.
TapReset Settingsin the left toolbar and selectRestore parameters to their original default.
Confirm with theReset settingsbutton.
On Firefox, go toMenu > Help > More Troubleshooting Informationand clickRefresh Firefox > Refresh Firefox > Finish.
Run a malware scan
Malware scanners can identify, quarantine, and remove threats from your PC.
Lifehacker sister site PCMaghas a list of their favorite malware scanners.
Again, you’ve got the option to download software if you rebooted in Safe Mode with Networking.
If you restore from a backup, verify it was created before the malware infection.
