Virus removal has, unfortunately, become a necessary part of computer ownership. With more, and more people using the internet to connect to information and content the risk of virus infection has increased. Most people are completely unaware of the fact that their computer is infected with a nasty virus until it is too late. So how do you know if your computer is infected with a computer virus or some other type of malicious software? In this article I will outline 3 common signs of computer virus infection and what you can do to successfully remove those viruses from your PC.
1. Mysterious Messages
Do you get strange messages on your computer whenever you start it up? Do you get messages like, "Your Computer is Stoned", or "Your Computer is Infected with Spyware"? This is an obvious sign that your computer has been hijacked by a nasty computer virus. Sometimes the mystery message can even be funny, but trust me, the results will not be humorous at all. The good news is that if you see the message, but can still navigate within your operating system then you have the ability to put an end to the virus without allowing it to do too much damage.
2. Mysterious Pop-ups
A common symptom of virus infection is mysterious web browser pop-ups. These pop-ups are usually intended to take you to a website where you will be prompted to purchase an affiliate product of some type. A lot of times there will be a browser pop-up that simulates an operating system window telling you that your computer is infected and that you need to download a specific type of software in order to clean your PC. If this is the case, just close the window and download some antivirus or anti-malware software right away.
3. Mysterious File Disappearance
If you notice data missing from your hard drive that you know was there a couple of days ago then this is a sure sign that your computer is infected with a virus. Viruses are notorious for wiping out hard drives and destroying information. If you catch on to this before total destruction has occurred then you will be able to save the data that you have left on your hard drive.
It can be tempting to save the money and attempt to remove a virus yourself but this is never recommended. Viruses are sneaky programs and they can hide very effectively. Instead, you should shop around for antivirus software that will eradicate the virus completely and preserve your data. Antivirus software is the best investment you can make when it comes to preserving the life of your computer and the information contained within it. Antivirus software will not only clean your PC of existing viruses, but it will also protect you from future attacks.
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