A user has a computer that is infected with spyware. What should be performed before removing the spyware?

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A user has a computer that is infected with spyware. What should be performed before removing the spyware?

  • Disable System Restore.
  • Run Windows Update.
  • Run a disk defragmentation.
  • Create a full backup.

Explanation: An infected computer that performs a system restore will save the virus or spyware along with the restore point. Therefore, system restore files must be deleted before the removal of malware.

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