Hey everyone! I'm using a Windows 11 computer, and I've been installing mods for The Sims, but now I'm worried I might have a virus. I've been getting a lot of random popups, particularly antivirus alerts. When I tried to factory reset my computer, nothing happened—it just didn't respond. It's becoming really frustrating to use my device since I'm barely managing 10fps. I'm looking for advice on how to properly reset my computer and handle the possible virus situation. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
3 Answers
If you think you have malware, just resetting your computer might not do the trick since many viruses can persist through that. I recommend doing a clean installation of Windows instead. There are guides online that can help you through the process, and it’s often more effective than a simple reset.
Are the popups mainly from Microsoft Edge? If they are, a good first step is clearing your browser data. After that, run a Windows Defender scan to double-check for any issues. If the popups are not from Edge, you’ll probably want to reinstall Windows using a clean USB drive created on another PC.
Before making any significant changes, remember to back up your data. If you're unsure, it is safer to follow a comprehensive guide on how to reinstall Windows, as you might lose important files otherwise.
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