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What's the best antivirus software?

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The built-in antivirus software provided by Windows or Mac is better than third-party alternatives due to its seamless integration with the operating system, regular updates, deeper access to system functions, and user-friendly interface. This integration ensures efficient resource usage and compatibility, while automatic updates keep the software current with the latest threats. Additionally, being developed by the same company as the operating system, built-in antivirus solutions often provide better compatibility and require minimal configuration, making them suitable for all users.

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Can I use Avast, CCleaner or Smadav to remove the worms?

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Avast would be the best one of the ones that you listed. CCleaner is not a virus removal tool, and Smadav, while it can remove some viruses, is not 100% effective.

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We have an HP updated to Windows 10 with a worm. Will this work for that computer?

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Yes, the steps will work for a Windows 10 upgraded PC.

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Will it work with a Toshiba laptop?

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The brand name of the PC shouldn't matter. As long as you know the operating system, you can follow the steps here.

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Will it work with McAfee?

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Though you don't need a dedicated virus removal tool, McAfee will be able to detect worms.

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Can I use another virus to kill the virus?

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No, that won't work. You would just end up with two viruses on the computer instead of one.

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If it was removed by Windows Defender, can it come back? I have heard there is a worm that can come back, and I do not want to reset my device.

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It is possible that it may come back if you also have a rootkit, but Windows Defender normally detects rootkits as well, so it is unlikely. But if you want to make sure, you can follow the steps in How to Remove a Rootkit to make sure that there is no rootkit on your computer.

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