Note: This is also where you can choose quick, full, and custom scans.īe sure you have closed all programs as the full scan requires a reboot of your computer.
Scroll down and click on Microsoft Defender Offline scan. Start by opening Windows Security by clicking the Windows Security icon in the system tray (lower-right corner) The advantage of scanning offline is detecting and removing a virus or malware that is running. You should know how to do an offline scan should a virus or malware slip through.įiles running are locked and can't be deleted if in use, a common problem with removing malware. Windows Security and Defender have vastly improved over the years although we admit it still has a way to go, it's free and included in Windows 10 & 11, saving you the trouble of choosing a third-party antivirus and all of the problems that come with it.
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