How Do You Run Microsofts Malicious Software Removal Tool?
Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool is a program that can scan your entire computer for malware and remove it without being prompted. Many times computer users download and install the tool, run it once upon installation, and forget about it. This program should be used on occasion–every two weeks or so–to ensure that nothing is creeping around in your system. Click on the “Start” button to bring up the Start Menu and click on “Run…” In Windows Vista, you’ll type “Run” in the “Start Search” bar and then click on “Run” in the “Programs” list. Enter “MRT” in the allotted space and either click on “OK” or press the “Enter” key. The Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool will appear on the screen. Click on “Next” to go to the “Scan type” screen. Select the type of scan you want to perform from the following choices: Quick scan–This scans areas of the system most likely to contain malicious software. Full scan–This scans the entire system. Customized scan–In
