Do you suspect that your Windows 10 computer is infected with rogue software? Then you can use Microsoft’s Malicious Software Removal Tool to remove that malicious software from your computer. In this article, we explain exactly how you can remove malware.
The Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT for short) is a frequently updated Microsoft program that can be used to remove malicious software from a computer with Windows 10. In particular, these are known threats, which in some way can affect the performance of your PC or laptop.
Basically, MSRT sounds like some sort of antivirus program, but it isn’t. The program only contains instructions for removing specific types of malware that somehow got onto your computer. The program cannot be used to remove programs that are not currently active. Also, the MSRT does not offer real-time protection. This is therefore not a substitute for an antivirus program or another program that constantly checks your computer for malicious software. Think of this as an addition to a program like Windows Defender.
Today, Microsoft releases an update to the MSRT approximately every three months. This will happen when a new Windows Update is also available. Nevertheless, it is possible to download the most recent version of the utility from Microsoft’s website. Follow the steps below to perform a check.
Using Malicious Software Removal Tool
To make sure you are using the most recent version of the program, go to this page to download the software. When you visit the English page, you will see that the program is called Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool. Select the language of your choice and press the large, red download button on the right.
After downloading you can open the program. You can go straight to the first Nextbutton so that you can then choose one of the three scans.
With the Quick scanalso called quick scan, you check your PC for malicious software. If no problems arise, you don’t have to do anything anymore. If the program indicates that something is wrong, it is important that you run the full scan. Only the full scan, or Full scan, removes malware and other malicious programs from your computer (provided the program is recognized, of course). The last option, Customized scan, allows you to monitor a specific folder.
After you have made a choice for a scan, click again Next one. Let the program scan your computer for a moment. You can then request a full report if you find it interesting or necessary. Have you finished scanning? Then click on the button at the bottom right to finish.
If the scan shows that the rogue software has adjusted your browser settings, you will see steps on the screen to undo those adjustments. By the way, you may lose certain files or data in this process, because the program is not always able to restore all files to their original state before infection. Even so, it’s better to have a clean PC that’s free of malware and other junk.
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