Info Level: Beginner Presenter: Eli the Computer Guy Date Created: January 14, 2012 Length of Class: 73 Minutes Tracks Computer Repair Prerequisites None Purpose of Class This class teaches the procedures and thought process behind trying to clean a Windows PC that has been infected with viruses. Chapters Introduction (00:00) First Steps (00:00) Uninstalling Crapware (00:00) Installing Security Software (00:00) Install ALL Updates (00:00) Run Scans (00:00) Final Thoughts (00:00) Class Notes Introduction Generally is a PC has a virus you should just do a Wipe and Reload Create a checklist for the procedures you will use to clean the PC Know when you will decide the computer is not repairable You can run the computer in Safe Mode is regular mode is not responsive. You access Safe Mode by pressing F8 while the PC boots, and then selecting “Safe Mode” option. MSCONFIG tool can be used to keep software from booting when the computer boots. To use MSCONFIG go to Start – Run – and then type MSCONFIG First Steps Try to do a System Restore to an earlier time before the computer had the virus with Windows built in System Restore Utility Use OpenDNS on your router to try to prevent the infected computer from “phoning home” Change the password on the system to prevent scripts from being able to easily modify configurations Reset Internet Explorer Settings to default to ensure that Internet Explorer will not block your attempts to download updates and software. Uninstall Crapware …
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Cleaning an Infected Windows PC
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