How Can I Get Rid of a Worm on My Computer?
A computer worm is a small program that has the ability to spread itself from one computer to another. One of the ways a computer worm may spread is by sending copies of itself via email to every individual in your address book. In addition to frustrating your friends, a computer worm may slow your computer, change your Internet and desktop settings, decrease your available memory, and flood your computer with popup ads. Fortunately, computer worms can be removed manually or automatically with an antivirus program. Open your antivirus program. If you do not have an antivirus program, consider downloading Windows Defender, AVG or Avast, for example, all of which are free antivirus programs. Update your antivirus program. Most antivirus programs include an “Update” button or a setting that provides for automatic updating. Update your antivirus program frequently because computer worms are being created every day. Run a full scan of your computer using your antivirus program. Most antivir
