How do you find hidden malware?

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1. Download and install anti-virus software. You can use free solutions like Avast or Avira, or try a paid tool such as Kaspersky or ESET. Conduct a system scan with your anti-virus to spot infections.

Can malware be undetected?

It's possible that malware can go undetected, then, but the odds are absolutely minimal if you're very careful, and first and foremost practice the safe surfing and other good security habits we mentioned.

How do I detect all malware?

Select the option to run a quick scan on your computer using the malware scanner. In most cases, a quick scan will take up to 20 minutes to search for and detect malware. A full scan may take several hours, but it will do a more thorough job of scanning your computer. Remove the malware from your computer as prompted.

How do I manually check for malware?

Open your Windows Security settings. Select Virus & threat protection > Scan options. Select Windows Defender Offline scan, and then select Scan now.

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