Suggest he tries to insall Microsoft Security Essentials, which is free and from the Microsoft web site. George. ________________________________ From: access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Howie, Sam Sent: 14 July 2011 09:55 To: 'access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx' Subject: [access-uk] removing a virus from a laptop Hi Looking for some advice for a friend they have got a virus on there laptop and are looking for a method of removing it any suggestions Thanks Sam Glasgow - Proud Host City of the 2014 Commonwealth Games ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------ Disclaimer: This message is intended only for use of the addressee. If this message was sent to you in error, please notify the sender and delete this message. Glasgow City Council cannot accept responsibility for viruses, so please scan attachments. Views expressed in this message do not necessarily reflect those of the Council who will not necessarily be bound by its contents. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------