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If desired, the reporting function can also be turned off completely. However, according to the group, no information is passed that would allow conclusions about the system or the user to be drawn. Note: If a threat or bug is detected, the program sends a report to Microsoft. With the Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool, Windows users receive additional protection that takes effect when classic antivirus software failed to detect or remove threats. If you want to protect yourself from malware, you must first install an antivirus program. In the case of acute threats, the software is also updated unplanned. To keep the program up to date, Microsoft usually releases a new version every second Tuesday of the month. It is important to note that the tool can only detect and remove active malware. The anti-malware tool checks the computer for infections with specific, widespread, malicious software such as worms and Trojan horses and, if necessary, helps to remove the malware from the system. With the Microsoft Windows malware removal tool, the Redmond company offers, as it were, an extra measure of protection in addition to conventional virus scanners for Windows systems. In addition to the “Quick Check”, a “Full Check” and a “Custom Check” are also available.

Users also do not have to make any settings but can choose from three scan variants. The Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool can be run without installation. The software is currently available in version 5.104 (August 2022). It checks Windows for active malicious programs and removes them from the system. The compact software with the somewhat unwieldy name is also known as Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool or MRT or MSRT for short. Download Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool (KB890830) protects your PC from viruses, malware, and other malicious programs.

Download Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool