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Q&A: How do I remove a virus when my antivirus app won’t open?

Posted on July 28, 2023

Question from Bailey: Hi, Rick. I have a bad problem and I need help ASAP.

I was browsing Facebook last night and clicked on a link that caught my attention. As soon as I clicked it my screen went solid blue and the computer froze up completely.

I finally just unplugged it and it booted back up into Windows, but now none of my programs will open. It’s running real slow too.

I’m sure the link I clicked probably put a virus on my system but my Norton antivirus software won’t open so I can’t run a scan.

Is there anything I can do to fix this problem besides just buying a new computer? [Read more…]

Q&A: Are free antivirus apps just as good as ‘paid’ ones?

Posted on January 20, 2021

Question from Hailley G: Hi Rick. I’ve been reading your blog for a good while now and I love your tips!

I’ve noticed that you always recommend using free antivirus software instead of one of the expensive paid programs.

I really like the idea of using free software whenever possible, but I want to make sure my laptop is protected from all the nasty viruses that are out there these days.

My question: Are the free antivirus programs really just as good as the ones you pay for?

Rick’s answer: [Read more…]

RicksDailyTips Weekly Newsletter for July 2, 2016 – Wrap-up of a very busy week

Posted on July 2, 2016

newsletter Hello again. I hope you had a great week! I also hope you and your family have a joyous and safe time as you celebrate the 4th of July holiday weekend!

The big news this past week was the decision by Microsoft to finally give users a straightforward way to decline the free Windows 10 upgrade, once and for all.

It was a long time coming, but they finally came around to doing the right thing. [Read more…]