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220-802 · Question #397
220-802 Question #397: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is B: Anti-malware software. Anti-malware software is the correct tool for detecting and removing viruses from a computer. Other options listed either address different threats, restore system state, or only display diagnostic logs.
Question
Which of the following can be used to remove a virus from a computer?
Options
- AAnti-spyware software
- BAnti-malware software
- CSystem Restore
- DEvent Viewer
Explanation
Anti-malware software is the correct tool for detecting and removing viruses from a computer. Other options listed either address different threats, restore system state, or only display diagnostic logs.
Common mistakes.
- A. Anti-spyware targets spyware and adware specifically, not viruses, so it would not reliably remove a virus infection.
- C. System Restore reverts system files and registry settings to a previous point in time but does not scan for or remove malicious code, and the virus may persist or re-infect restored files.
- D. Event Viewer is a diagnostic tool for reading system, application, and security logs and has no capability to detect or remove viruses.
Concept tested. Malware removal tools and their functions
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