how can i download a free scan on my computer for viruses?

Question

because i got a big warning on my computer saying that i have a virus,and than i try to running window defender and it wont let me do it.and it's scanning my computer with something that pop up with the virus warning, and it's telling me that it will remove that virus if i sign up for some virus protection and also asking me for my credit card. The virus wont let me get on the intrenet,so how can i download a free scan on my computer ,can i download it from safe mode and it's safe to download it from safe mode.

Answer 1

Your firewall should have a built in scanner. You can also go to your control panel in your computer and to security to get a scan running. It sounds like your computer may just be on the fritz. If the scan does not find anything, then take it to your computer shop for some repairs.

Answer 2

AVG Free Edition is the well-known antivirus protection tool. AVG Free is available free of charge to home users for the life of the product , rapid virus database updates are available for the lifetime of the product, thereby providing the high level of detection capability that millions of users around the world trust to protect their computers. AVG Free is easy to use and will not slow your system down (low system resource requirements).



You can download this form http://download.cnet.com/AVG-Anti-Virus-Free-Edition/3000-2239_4-10320142.html

Answer 3

Well you might want to try safe mode then perform a system restore on the computer that might help to remove the virus's action. If you can't find antivrus that is for free check this site's newsletter they might include a free software in their products recommendation that can help you. http://systemsecurityinstitute.org/

Answer 4

Use another computer to get these working...if you can't do the first two try the last one (3) it is the most useful.



That's a fake warning and is actually a virus trying to get you to put your credit card in.



MAKE SURE YOU UPDATE BEFORE SCANNING

1.Download AVG



http://free.avg.com/



Scan



2,Download Malwarebytes



http://download.cnet.com/Malwarebytes-Anti-Malware/3000-8022_4-10804572.html?part=dl-10804572&subj=dl&tag=button



Scan



3. Download Hijackthis

http://download.cnet.com/Trend-Micro-HijackThis/3000-8022_4-10227353.html



Scan and post your log here



http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/forum22.html



They will tell you what to do next.

Answer 5

if you are running windows OS then run a live scan on safety.live.com.

If you are very anxious then microsoft pcsafety on 18667272338 for a toll free service. They might put you on hold for about 12-20 min but I think they are good experts and resolve the issue.

Answer 6

Either Trend Micro Housecall or Kaspersky free online scanner. Trend Micro is good but Kaspersky is better. To remove the nasty little bugger for free though try MalwareBytes. It works great and I use it in conjunction with my Kaspersky its that good.

Answer 7

I feel it is antivirus scam by Trojan Horse.

You cant access your internet. It closes/ stealths your antivirus.

It revigorates POP-UP from time to time.



Solution:

1. Try to install AV from USB.

2. Kill the process that smirking you.

3. Check registry changes if you have utility.



http://free.avg.com

Answer 8

Give us the name of the attacking product...????? so we can help you get rid of it...there are many free tools available for free but have no idea what is attacking your computer....it has a name !!!!