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Step-by-step, general-purpose guides for getting the most out of a malware scanning and protection tool.

Beginner5 min read

How to Run Your First Threat Scan

A general starting point for installing and running a first scan safely.

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Intermediate6 min read

How to Review Quarantined Items

Understand the general process for checking what a scan flagged before removing it.

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Beginner4 min read

How to Add an Exclusion

General concepts behind preventing a trusted file from being flagged repeatedly.

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Beginner5 min read

How to Install the Browser Extension

A general overview of adding site and tracker blocking to a browser you already use.

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Intermediate7 min read

How to Schedule Automatic Scans

Practical, general steps for setting up recurring scans on a paid tier.

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Beginner4 min read

How to Check Real-Time Protection Status

General notes on confirming continuous protection is actually enabled.

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