Computer Security & Viruses/virus
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yes can you copy avg.8.5 the free one on the thumbnail and then down load it on a laptop with a virus and take it off. the virus laptop will not be on the internet
Yes you should be able to do this. Just make sure you only put the installation file on the thumbdrive. Don't install AVG on the thumbdrive just download it and click save instead of open. Then copy the installation file to the thumbdrive, copy it to the laptop, and then double click the icon to install AVG.
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Keith Davis
Expertise
Advice on how to avoid viruses and spyware. Suggestions on what software to run to avoid viruses and spyware. Identification of spyware, trojans, or virus infections. Overall system security.
Experience
As a PC tech, removing and identifying many viruses and trojans from customer's PCs.
Education/Credentials
4 classes short of a Networking degree.
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