How to get rid of viruses -
Anti-Virus programs are designed to keep viruses from getting into your computer and to ‘kill’ the ones they can. They do not repair the damage that has been done by them and no anti-virus program kills all viruses. The good guys are always a step behind the bad guys.
Think of it this way, pest control keeps the termites out of a structure, once they get in – they do damage. Now you have to kill the bugs and repair the damage. Unless you are a professional, it is unlikely you can repair the damage done to your computer by viruses without doing a ‘re-load or ‘restore’ of your computer.
Either a reload or a factory restore will completely wipe away your data, programs, pictures, music and other files. A reload, or factory restore puts your computer back to it’s original functional and virus free condition, minus all the data and programs you put on it. No movies, pictures, printer, camera program, settings etc. will remain. If you have nothing on your computer worth saving – go for it. It’s quick and dirty.
If however you want to save your data – a professional virus removal is necessary. Virus removal is about saving the data or programs that are on your computer. If you don’t have your $300.00 MS Office software, you want to do virus removal, not a reload. Cleaning around your data and programs involves running 8 – 12 programs. After each program is run the technician repairs damage done at that level. At the end we make sure all your settings are working correctly. Internet hijacked, music/voices, black screen, no icons, popups of nudes, pop-ups for ‘buy this rip-off solution that fixes what you got on your screen.’ – we’ve seen it all! (If your computer is talking to you, DON’T listen! If your computer is suggesting you buy things, don’t listen!)
Cleaning up after viruses requires a certain amount of skill with operating systems and the programs that run on your computer. We don’t recommend hours and hours of trial and error which just create frustration and have the potential for more damage and data loss.
When considering a repair shop, remember bad technicians suggest a reload for every situation they are not skilled at fixing. Most viruses can be removed safely by a professional who is experienced with every type of virus infection.
No matter what Anti-Virus program you have, you can still get the darn viruses. (see post previous post) But a good ‘paid for’ program makes a HUGE difference and is ultimately required for virus removal.
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