How do I remove a virus?

Update the your Anti-Malware Database.

If you have anti-malware software installed, make sure that it's up to date. Not just the software, but the database of malware definitions. Almost all anti-malware software uses a database of definitions of current malware, which needs to be updated regularly - often daily. Most programs will do this automatically, but if for some reason they do not then the programs will not "know" about newer malware. Make sure that the database is up to date, and rescan.

Try Another Anti-Malware Tool

No anti-malware tool catches all malware. I'll say it again: there is no single tool that will catch every single piece of malware out there. None. Some are better than others, some catch more than others, but none of them catch everything.

So as you might expect, trying several different reputable tools might be a reasonable approach. While there are several free alternatives to try, there are also several good commercial products as well that have garnered a good reputation. For example Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware has garnered some attention of late for removing some nasties that other tools apparently haven't gotten around to. Problem is, of course, that it's not free.


We suggest using Paretologic's Xoftspy Antispyware tool or their Paretologic Antispyware tool. Try a free scan of their Antispyware tool here.

We suggest optimizing your pc by using their Registry Cleaner tool. Try a free scan here. This will definitely speed up your PC.