Is Sophos Virus Removal Tool good?

Typically you download a free cleanup-only antivirus when malware prevents installation of a full-scale desktop antivirus. In testing, Sophos Virus Removal Tool 2.0 proved remarkably ineffective. It failed to even complete a scan on fully half of the infested test systems.

How long does Sophos Virus Removal Tool take?

The scan took approximately 9 hours to complete. As a footnote, I use McAfee as my primary antivirus software and I did not disable it while using the Sophos Virus Removal tool.

What is Sophos Virus Removal Tool?

The Sophos Virus Removal Tool can identify and remove malware from a single Windows endpoint computer (for Macs, take a look at Sophos Home for Mac). The tool comes with the latest identities included, to stay current with the latest detections, the tool should be downloaded again when a new scan is required.

How do I use Sophos Virus Removal Tool?

Here’s how

1. Download the tool, run the program and put the Virus Removal Tool on your desktop.
2. Double click Sophos Virus Removal Tool and then click the Start scanning button.
3. The tool scans your computer and removes any viruses it finds.
4. You’re done.

How do I uninstall Sophos Virus Removal Tool?

How to Uninstall Sophos

1. Click on the Start button.
2. Click on the Settings button.
3. From the Windows Settings window, click on Apps.
4. Under the Apps & Features sections, scroll down the list and find Sophos Anti-Virus.
5. Click on Sophos Anti-Virus.
6. Click on the Uninstall button.

Is Sophos home really free?

Sophos offers a free version of its anti-malware software that includes real-time antivirus protection, malicious URL protection, remote management for up to 3 devices, and content filters for parents.

Does Sophos remove malware?

When you run it, the Sophos Virus Removal Tool will identify and remove malware from a single Windows endpoint computer. The tool comes with the latest identities included. In order to stay current with the latest detections, the tool should be downloaded again when a new scan is required.

Is Sophos a virus?

Sophos Central is the virus protection software recommended by MIT. This software detects and cleans up viruses, Trojans, worms, spyware, adware and other potentially unwanted applications.