Ann, a user, is browsing shopping websites on the Internet when she receives a pop-up message on her screen indicating a virus has been detected by the antivirus software. Which of the following actio

Ignoring a virus detection message, especially from installed antivirus software, is a risky action as it could allow malware to spread or cause further damage.

If antivirus software reports a virus detection, it is crucial to perform a full system scan on the entire local drive to confirm the threat, locate all infected files, and allow the antivirus to quarantine or remove them. This ensures that the entire system is checked for any hidden or related malware, providing a thorough remediation.

Clearing temporary files and folders might remove some traces of malware or help with system performance, but it does not directly address a confirmed virus detection or guarantee its removal.

Minimizing the alert and continuing to browse risks further infection or compromise of data while the threat remains active on the system.