Users often have problems updating their anti-virus databases. Not everyone has the Internet on their computer, but somehow they need to update the data in the software.
Instructions
Step 1
This operation can be done in a simple way. If you do not have an active Internet connection on your computer, you can download updates from another personal device and copy them to your hard drive. Go to the official website of the antivirus software that you use on your computer. This can be done both with friends and in specialized centers, that is, computer libraries.
Step 2
Click the "Update databases" button. The official website always downloads the latest version of the virus databases, so you can always keep abreast of events by going to the official portal. Save the data to an information medium. Next, transfer the entire database to your computer. It is advisable to copy the files to the same directory as the installation files for this software. To see where the program is located, on the computer desktop, right-click on the shortcut.
Step 3
A context menu will appear. Select Properties. In the small window, click the "Find Object" button. The operating system of the personal computer will automatically move you to the directory where the software is located. Copy to this category and all files that were downloaded from the official site. Be sure to check all data with antivirus software. Once all the information has been copied, open the main window of the program, that is, the antivirus.
Step 4
This can be done by double-clicking on the shortcut on the desktop or in the computer tray. Then press the button "Updating virus databases". Then - the "Update" button. Now click on the "Specify the path to files" button. If this item is not there, then look in the program settings. At this point in time, a large number of different programs have been developed to protect your computer, and there are various settings everywhere.