Ask a Computer Virus Removal Service Expert
As a computer virus removal service expert, I get asked a thousand questions every day. I’ll be sharing some of those questions and answers with you, here, today.
Computer Virus Removal Service Expert Question #1: How do I know if I’ve been Hacked?
There are some signs to look out for if you believe that you’ve been hacked. First, if your bank account is missing money that you can’t explain then you’ve been hacked. Second, a computer that is slower than usual could mean that someone else is accessing your computer at the same time as you. Third, your passwords for email or social media have been changed without your knowledge. This is a very good indication that someone has hacked your accounts and may use them for nefarious reasons. What can you do about it? The very first thing that you do is change all your passwords and increase your security to 2FA or 2 Step Factor Authentication. It’s a stricter form of logging in to your accounts than just having a regular password. At this point, you also want to reload your operating system to prevent future attacks.
Computer Virus Removal Service Expert Question #2: What is the Difference Between Antivirus and Antimalware?
An antimalware software is exclusively used to detect and remove malware from your computer. Although some antimalware services can detect viruses, this isn’t always the case. In most cases, you need an antimalware and an antivirus service to detect attacks. In fact, some antivirus services can also detect malware, but this doesn’t occur frequently. If you want to be protected from both malware and viruses, then be sure to have a program for each type of threat. Confused about the programs? No problem! A local computer virus removal service expert can help you. Just give them a call.
Computer Virus Removal Service Expert Question #3: Are Virus Scans Useful?
The virus scans are only as useful as the database behind it. In other words, if an antivirus has a very small virus database, then it isn’t very useful. However, an antivirus that has a large virus database is extremely useful. It should go without saying that the antivirus with a large virus database is preferred. “Windows Security” (previously Windows Defender) has one of the largest virus databases, making it extremely useful. “Windows Security” also has a sizable malware database, which also detects certain malware. Unfortunately, it is still recommended to use an antimalware, like Malwarebytes, along with “Windows Security”. Between Malwarebytes and “Windows Security” you have the perfect duo for malware AND virus detection.
Computer Virus Removal Service Expert Question #4: Do Antiviruses Protect Against All Threats?
It would be great if antiviruses protected against all threats, but alas this is not the case. If you have allowed someone access to your computer, then an antivirus can’t help you. Furthermore, if you have ransomware or hacking through open ports, antiviruses can’t help you here either. In fact, if someone has hacked into your bank or emails an antivirus offers ZERO protection. The best remedy for hacking is constant vigilance of your accounts, frequent password changes, and denying access of your computer to others. I’d also like to mention that viruses can do considerable damage to your operating system, which antiviruses do not protect you from. In other words, once a virus infiltrates your computer, the damage is permanent. There is no reversing damage to your operating system, especially if that damage is significant.
Computer Virus Removal Service Expert Question #5: Is There a Good Antivirus that you would Recommend?
As I mentioned earlier, I am very “Pro Windows Security”. There are many reasons to use Windows Security over the competition. First, “Windows Security” is FREE, that’s right, there’s no fees. Second, “Windows Security” has a larger virus database than most antiviruses. Finally, it was built specifically for Windows by Microsoft, which means that it runs gently in the background. I definitely can’t say that for most other antiviruses which run very heavily in the background, using unnecessary resources. All in all, “Windows Security” is a very good antivirus, don’t let the fact that it’s free deter you. It’s not true that FREE antiviruses don’t offer the same security as their paid counterparts. This is a complete myth.
Computer Virus Removal Service Expert Question #6: I have Ransomware on my Computer; Can it be Removed?
First of all, I’m sorry to hear that you have ransomware, it’s a nasty piece of software. In most cases, the ransomware is permanent, it has locked your files and has set up permanent residence in your computer. Unfortunately, there is no way to remove it. In some cases, you can pay the ransomware and your files will be unlocked by the hacker. However, many hackers will simply keep your money and leave all your files locked. If this is the case, then your files are lost forever. The only person who can unlock your files is the hacker. The best thing you can do is make sure that your files are saved on an external drive, far away from the hacker’s reach. At this point, you would reload your operating system, put your files back onto your computer, and do business as usual.
Computer Virus Removal Service Expert Question #7: I let “Microsoft” onto my Computer, Have I Been Hacked?
Do not call Microsoft, you can no longer reach an agent, because Microsoft has stopped almost all assistance from agents. In most cases, when you find a “Microsoft” number, it is a scam. Additionally, do not accept phone calls from “Microsoft”, since they will NEVER call your phone with a problem that they “detected”. This simply doesn’t happen. Imagine the manpower that it would take for Microsoft to call each person that is experiencing computer issues. On any given day, that’s hundreds of thousands of people around the world. That’s simply not going to happen. Do not call Microsoft and do not respond if they try to call you, it’s a scam.
Computer Virus Removal Service Expert Question #8: Why is My Antivirus not Removing Adware from my Computer?
Antiviruses do not typically remove adware from your computer, this falls to antimalware services. I have seen Windows 11 notifications, show notifications for websites that have malware. In this case, you will need to go into your system notifications and turn of notifications for that website. Your antimalware can’t turn off notifications for you, this is something you will need to do yourself. If you are unsure how to do this, then visit a local computer repair shop near me.
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