To run a virus check on your Windows computer, you can follow these steps:
1. Start by opening Windows Security. You can do this by clicking on the Start menu and then selecting the Settings gear icon. In the Settings window, click on the “Update & Security” option.
2. In the Update & Security settings, you will find the “Windows Security” option. Click on it to open the Windows Security app.
3. Once you’re in Windows Security, you will see several options. Look for “Virus & threat protection” and click on it. This section is where you can manage your antivirus settings and perform scans.
4. In the Virus & threat protection window, you will find information about your current threats and protection status. Under the “Current threats” section, you can click on the “Quick scan” option. This will initiate a quick scan of your system, which checks for common malware and viruses.
5. Alternatively, in earlier versions of Windows 10, you may find the “Scan now” button under the “Threat history” section. Clicking on it will also start a quick scan.
6. Once you start the quick scan, Windows Security will begin scanning your system for any potential threats. The scan will check the most common areas where malware and viruses are typically found.
7. During the scan, you may continue using your computer, but keep in mind that it might slow down slightly as the scan utilizes system resources. The duration of the scan will depend on your system’s speed and the amount of data to be scanned.
8. After the scan is complete, Windows Security will display the results. If any threats are found, they will be listed, and you will be provided with options to take appropriate actions, such as quarantining or removing the threats.
It’s important to note that a quick scan is designed to be a fast way to check for common threats. However, for a more thorough scan, you may want to consider running a full scan. You can find the option to run a full scan within the same Virus & threat protection section in Windows Security.
Running a virus check on your Windows computer involves opening Windows Security, navigating to the Virus & threat protection section, and initiating a quick scan. This allows you to quickly check for common malware and viruses on your system.