Version Latest
Microsoft Safety Scanner v1.413.16.0
Requirements
Windows 10 / Windows 11 / Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows XP
Size
143.26 MB

You can use the Microsoft Safety Scanner to identify potential computer threats. It is a stand-alone application that will run regular scans on your computer to detect viruses. 

Constantly scanning for hazards increases your chances of avoiding or eradicating them as quickly as feasible. Viruses, spyware, and malware are on the rise, and with the increasing prevalence of ransomware, you'd want to be sure they don't infect your computer. 

You can accomplish this by running the Microsoft Safety Scanner on a regular basis. This program will run regular, automated scans on your computer to ensure that no viruses or malware access your system. 

It will also help you eliminate any possible risks before they cause significant damage. 

Key Features

Automatic Scans 
It operates on an automatic basis. You will be able to customize some parts of the scans, however, When you run the application, you will be presented with a basic wizard to configure everything. 

There are three different types of scans: rapid, manual, and full. The fast scan allows you to perform scans as frequently and quickly as feasible. 

A full scan will be conducted, and a thorough computer scan will be performed to identify any risks. At the same time, the manual scan allows you to adjust various parts of the scans and maintain control. 

Remove threats. 
The scans will give you as much information as possible about any potential risks to your computer. 

You will receive all important information about the dangers on your computer, as well as extra instructions for eradicating them. 

There is no real-time protection, which may disappoint some individuals, but if you scan on a frequent basis, you will still get good value. 

PROS

  • It may isolate your problem so your computer may be fixed by other means
  • As a last-ditch attempt to save your computer, it may work
  • It is a powerful and free virus checker for people in real trouble

CONS

  • Getting it to load on a broken/infected computer can be tricky
  • It doesn't offer permanent solutions to your problem
  • The tool expires in ten days

Conclusion

Download the Microsoft Safety Scanner tool and run it on your infected computer. Run the tool to see if it finds a flaw. It will either give you ideas on how to solve your problem or help you figure out what the problem is. If it gives you any ideas, follow them. If they help you figure out what the problem is, you can try the other tools or solutions you were using before.