How to Scan for malware with Malwarebytes

A quick and easy way to check for any malicious programs on a device is to run a Malwarebytes scan to find and quarantine any suspicious looking files. This Gizmo Guide details this process

Prerequisites: N/A

Difficulty Level: Member • Nerd • Platypus

Estimated Time: 5 - 10 minutes

Expected Outcome: Malwarebytes will scan for threats and quarantine any it finds

Tools Required: A Windows PC

Steps to Perform 

1. Download Malwarebytes from malwarebytes.com/mwb-download
   
2. Run the install file
3. Choose Personal Computer
4. Once Malwarebytes is installed open it
5. From the home screen click Scan
6. Malwarebytes will now run a scan and quarantine any threats it finds