Here is a useful list to help keep your Windows personal computer (PC) clean and optimized.
- Download Avast Anti-Virus Free Edition - https://www.avast.com/
- Download SuperAntiSpyware Free Edition - http://www.superantispyware.com/download.html
- Download MalwareBytes Free Edition - https://www.malwarebytes.org/antimalware/
- Download CCleaner Free Edition - https://www.piriform.com/ccleaner/download/
- Download ZoneAlarm Free Firewall Edition - http://www.zonealarm.com/software/free-firewall/
- Uninstall Norton (search google for the "Norton Removal Tool") - https://support.norton.com/sp/en/au/home/current/solutions/v60392881_EndUserProfile_en_us
NB: some programs may require you to Reboot/Restart you PC, please Save and Close any programs before proceeding.
Install all of the above in the order listed.
If any of the above ask you if you want a Trial, say no, then the software will not time out.
Please take your time installing the software, carefully read each step. Doing a Custom Install, will give more options.
Install all of the above software, and run in this order.
- Run CCleaner, run Cleaner and Registry
- Run SuperAntiSpyware and also check for updates to Definitions.
- Run MalWareBytes and also check for updates to Definitions.
- Perform a Boot Time Scan with Avast Anti Virus. This will usually detect a hidden virus (after the first time, you only need to run this if you suspect a hidden virus).
Also make sure you have the latest Windows updates downloaded and installed.
The above programs 1, 2 and 3 can be run at least once a week. Avast Anti Virus, normally scans automatically in the background.
After all this your computer should be a lot cleaner, and protected better.
If you like any of the above programs, or you are using your PC for Business, you may consider upgrading to the full versions.
