Faced with the problem of an ad module stuck on the computer screen, users try to get rid of it in various ways. You can remove such advertisements yourself without having to reinstall the system. Just do not send SMS to the creators of this ad. You will not receive an unlock code for money.
Necessary
- - computer;
- - antivirus;
- - flash drive.
Instructions
Step 1
Please note that you will not be able to deactivate ads pop-up on the desktop by sending SMS, they are trying to get money from you in a fraudulent way. It is clear that the constantly pop-up banner interferes with work and is very annoying. In essence, advertising is the result of a program running on your computer from the Internet that acts like a virus. Sending money via SMS and entering a special unlock code requires a malicious Trojan.
Step 2
To get rid of such a banner, use antivirus software. Antiviruses are capable of detecting spyware and viruses running on your computer. Similar utilities can be found both at Dr. Web and in Kaspersky Lab, use the usual ones. Such programs do not need to be installed, you can work with them immediately after downloading. Put your computer on a full scan, you will get rid of the banner ad and continue your normal activities. Please note that only newly downloaded antivirus software contains fresh databases. You are unlikely to remove a malicious banner with old tools.
Step 3
If you are unable to handle the banner. You cannot download the program from your own computer. Find an option to download the antivirus from another PC, save it to a USB flash drive. Insert the USB stick into a USB port on your computer. Open the downloaded antivirus file and run a full scan from removable media.
Step 4
Beware of the banner reappearance, a relapse is very likely. Do not surf the Internet without a valid antivirus, get at least a free program. Do not install utilities such as screensavers or flash players from suspicious sources. Before starting a new program, do not forget to check it with an antivirus. Protect your PC from future malware infections.
