Windows 11 Troubleshooting: Virus and Malware from Pluralsight

When malware strikes a Windows 11 PC the results can often be disastrous. In this course, you'll explore the processes required to isolate a PC, and dive into the places where malware likes to hide.

In an era where digital threats are omnipresent, the ability to safeguard your Windows 11 system from viruses and malware is a critical skill. In this course, Windows 11 Troubleshooting: Virus and Malware, you’ll learn how to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair virus and malware infections effectively on a Windows 11 PC. First, you’ll explore the Windows Security Center to learn how to create effective security on a PC to avoid malware infections. Next, you’ll discover the tools within Windows 11 that you can use to remove malware infections from a PC. Finally, you’ll learn, step-by-step how to manually remove a malware infection from a PC. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge needed to effectively secure PCs from the risk of infection, and remove malware from infected PCs in order to support the users of Windows 11 PCs.

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Syllabus

Course Overview

Virus and Malware Troubleshooting

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

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Examines virus and malware troubleshooting, which is standard in IT support

Taught by Mike Halsey, who are recognized for their work in IT security

Develops skills in identifying and removing malware from Windows 11 PCs, which are core skills for IT support

Utilized by IT support specialists who want to strengthen an existing foundation in Windows 11 troubleshooting and security

Requires that students come in with some basic knowledge of Windows 11 and malware

Does not cover all aspects of virus and malware troubleshooting, which is a vast and evolving field

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Windows 11 Troubleshooting: Virus and Malware with these activities:

Follow Malware Removal Tutorials

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Provides a guided approach to learning about malware removal techniques

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Search for malware removal tutorials on YouTube or Google
Choose a reputable tutorial and follow the instructions step-by-step
Optional: Take notes or create a summary of the key steps

Malware Troubleshooting Discussion Group

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Provides a platform for learners to engage with each other, ask questions, and share knowledge

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Join a malware troubleshooting discussion group online or in person
Attend group meetings regularly
Participate in discussions, ask questions, and share your experiences
Optional: Organize a study session or workshop with other group members

Malware Troubleshooting Guide

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Allows learners to create a valuable resource that they can use to refer to later on

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Create a new document
Write down malware types such as virus, worm, trojan, etc.
Describe symptoms for each malware type
List remediation (removal) steps for each malware type
Optional: Draw diagrams, create tables, or insert screenshots to illustrate your guide

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Volunteer at a Computer Repair Center

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Provides hands-on experience in a real-world setting

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Find a local computer repair center or organization that offers volunteer opportunities
Contact the organization and inquire about volunteer positions
Assist technicians with malware removal and troubleshooting tasks
Optional: Observe experienced technicians and ask questions

Attend Malware Security Workshop

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Provides a deeper dive into malware security topics

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Search for malware security workshops in your area or online
Select a workshop that aligns with your learning goals
Attend the workshop and actively participate in the sessions
Optional: Network with other attendees and speakers

Contribute to Open Source Malware Detection Projects

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Provides opportunities to contribute to the community and gain hands-on experience

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Identify open source malware detection projects on platforms like GitHub
Review the project documentation and identify areas where you can contribute
Start contributing to the project by submitting bug fixes, feature requests, or code improvements
Optional: Collaborate with other contributors and learn from their experiences

Career center

Learners who complete Windows 11 Troubleshooting: Virus and Malware will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Computer Support Specialist

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Information Security Analyst

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Network Administrator

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Computer Systems Analyst

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IT Manager

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Network Security Engineer

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Security Engineer

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Malware Analyst

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Forensic Computer Analyst

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Ethical Hacker

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Systems Administrator

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Web Developer

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Database Administrator

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Computer Programmer

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Technical Writer

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