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will an antivirus program remove viruses already affecting my computer?

and which program do you recommend the most ? thanks.....

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Yes. It will remove any virus it EVER finds. It will scan your hard drive while your on your computer, and monitor every incoming file. I use Avira AntiVir Personal Edition. Its FREE and definitely THE BEST antivirus software out there.

    Avira AntiVir Personal Edition Link:

    http://www.free-av.com/

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    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    Yes, try ONE of these. They are both free.

    Download Grisoft AVG 7.5 Anti-Virus,Anti-Malware.(free)

    AVG is a collection of anti-virus protection tools that gives you full protection against viruses, worms, Trojans and malware. AVG provides you with all that you need to be completely protected: including a tool for scanning your hard drive and e-mail, as well as a real-time shield to prevent infections.

    Top Features

    » Provides automatic update functionality

    » Its a reliable anti-virus scanning engine

    » Provides free Virus Updates for life

    » Options to define file name extensions

    » Real time protection with resident shield, email scanning

    http://free.grisoft.com/doc/5390/lng/us/...

    PC Tools AntiVirus Free Edition feature highlights

    Protects your PC as you are working, surfing and playing

    Detects, quarantines, disinfects and destroys Viruses, Trojans and Worms

    OnGuard™ protects your computer against threats in real-time

    Automatically checks for frequent updates against the latest threats.

    http://www.pctools.com/free-antivirus/

    *Never install more than one anti-virus on your PC, as they may conflict with each other. On the other hand, its always good to install more than one anti-spyware.

    * You will probably recieve several answer to you question. Whoever helped you the most,please come back and give that person Best Answer.

  • 1 decade ago

    yes, but go with a well known company. the thing with anti virus is that they "mutate" meaning every week/month there is a new one or a variarion of the previous one. think of it as your yearly flu (but more frequent) its the "same" flu but you must get a new shot every year. same concept applies to the computer virus, its a new virus so whenever there is a new virus you must apply the latest patch. that is when signing up with a reputable company comes in. they have done the research and know how to best handle the situation. there are lots of companies to choose from.... i've listed two that are well known. good luck.

    Source(s): www.symantec.com www.norton.com
  • 1 decade ago

    Yes. McAfee security suite is my personal favorite. AVG 7.5 can be downloaded off the internet for free from the AVG website. I would also recommend Windows Defender along with AVG. Again, McAfee is a personal favorite. Hasn't let me down yet.

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  • 1 decade ago

    Most anti-virus software will remove the virus as long as it up to date, but make sure to turn off the system restore first because it will still be in that part of the OS.

    Source(s): I just know this for I am a genius.
  • 1 decade ago

    Yes, an anti-virus will help you if you are already infected.

    I recommend Kaspersky Anti-Virus or NOD32.

    If you want a free one, go with AVG.

  • 1 decade ago

    Yes, after you run a scan unless it has active scanning.

    I recomend Mcafee or Windows Live OneCare if you must.

    Source(s): Personal exp. and hating pre-installed norton
  • 1 decade ago

    They should depends on what antivirus you use. AntiVir Guard is one to try.

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