{"id":15757,"date":"2019-12-06T13:00:59","date_gmt":"2019-12-06T21:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/?p=15757"},"modified":"2023-01-19T16:00:47","modified_gmt":"2023-01-20T00:00:47","slug":"how-to-remove-malware-from-windows-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-malware-from-windows-10","title":{"rendered":"How to Remove Malware from Your Windows 10 PC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If your computer has been acting up, there is a chance that it has been infected with malware. Whether you have a desktop of a laptop computer, it is imperative that you know what to do in case your equipment gets infected with malware. In order to keep your computer running smoothly, and to keep your data secure, here\u2019s how to scan for and remove malware from your Windows 10 PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Malware? <\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Malware is a type of malicious software that is designed to damage or manipulate a computer, server, or computer network. There are many types of malware, including viruses, worms, Trojan horses, spyware, ransomware, adware, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your computer has been infected with malware, your data could be vulnerable. Hackers use malware to steal your personal information, such as your bank details and email passwords. Some malware is even designed to lock you out of your computer until you pay a ransom to access your files again.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Ransomware alert on a laptop screen – office background. 3d illustration<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

How Do You Know Your Windows 10 Has Malware? <\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are many ways to tell if your Windows 10 computer has been infected with malware. Some of the warning signs include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n