how can i check if my anti virus is running on my computer?

Question

there is a taskbar icon that is monitoring my files but i'm not to sure if its working, in task manger under the applications tab it is "not" running, what other way can i find out if my antivirus is running or not , thanks

im using e trust antvirus

Answer 1

Checking the task manager was a splendid idea, but ...wrong tab.
It shouldn't be under the "applications" tab. This tab refers to programs that you are actively using. (i.e. your antivirus would appear there if you were running a scan yourself).

As this is supposed to run in the background, check the "processes" tab. You will find a number of listed files with the .exe extension. Check whether the list includes files that are part of your antivirus program. (Usually the files' names are similar to that of the software, so it should be easy to spot them).

If you don't find anything relevant there, your antivirus program is simply not running!

Answer 2

One has to install an antivirus. You insatll a standard antivirus soft ware such as Norton, AVG , Avast ( free antivirus software and Ad-aware, Ewido ( free spyware removers). You can download free softwares at
http://fixit.in/antivirus.html and http://fixit.in/spywareremover.html

Answer 3

It would have helped if you'd mentioned what Anti-Virus you're using , Sir.

However, may I recommend that you kindly download, install and use Advanced Windows Care Personal, free home users' version from http://www.iobit.com/AdvancedWindowsCarePersonal/index.html

It'll give you a lot of one click solutions, Sir; and is compatible with existing Anti-Virus Programs.

Have a nice day.

Answer 4

Press the flag key go to control panel click on security centre and it will show what's on or off

Answer 5

If you are using microsoft software then go to their website and search for security.

Answer 6

check out the "shields up" website. it checks out how secure your computer is online.