Computer Maintenance · Intermediate level

Intermediate level · Module 4 of 6 · 13 guided hours

Malware Removal and Security Hygiene

Recognise, remove and prevent malware on client computers.

Learning objectives

  • Recognise malware symptoms
  • Remove malware safely
  • Secure computers against reinfection

Topics

  • malware types
  • symptoms
  • offline and second-opinion scans
  • browser clean-up
  • when to reinstall
  • prevention

Lessons

  1. Lesson 1 Recognising Malware

    Spot the signs of infection.

    viruses and trojansadware and browser hijackersransomwaresymptoms

  2. Lesson 2 Safe Malware Removal

    Remove malware without losing data or missing anything.

    isolationscansstart-up and extension reviewreinstall decision

  3. Lesson 3 Preventing Reinfection

    Leave client computers better protected than you found them.

    updates and protectionstandard accountsbrowser securityuser advice

Practical activity

Clean simulated malware symptoms (unwanted extensions, start-up entries, adware) from a lab image and apply prevention settings.

Expected outcomes

  • Safe malware removal
  • Protected client systems

Assessment

Removal practical and prevention checklist assessed.

Taught live by an instructor — online or in person. Free course lessons are for self-study and do not lead to a certificate — see registration options.