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How can I remove virus from my macpro?

I clicked in a link and lots of files was sent to my download folder , I could delete it , but after that my computer became really slow .

I scanned with Avast , but it couldn't clean completely

Posted on Dec 1, 2018 9:30 PM

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Posted on Dec 1, 2018 10:25 PM

Try scan with malwarebytes.


You probably have some malware, no viruses.


Free Antivirus Replacement & Anti-Malware Tool | Malwarebytes


This program was written by long-term member of community here.

It’s easy to use and will find malware And can delete.

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Dec 2, 2018 4:21 AM in response to lidianete

There is a reasonable chance the anti-virus you installed is part of your slowdown issues.


Run MalwareBytes as was already requested.

MalwareBytes Anti-Malware (formally AdwareMedic)

https://www.malwarebytes.org

And when you are finished checking (and cleaning) uninstall MalwareBytes

https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1928


Then please post the EtreCheckoutput as a "Reply" to this thread

https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-6174 or https://etrecheck.com

Click on the Share icon and select "Copy Report"

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And then Paste

the report as a "Reply" to this thread.

If, AND ONLY IF, you get the error:

"The message contains invalid characters"

then try posting to PasteBin.com, and give us a PasteBin URL link.

http://pastebin.com

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EtreCheck is a tool that helps Apple Support Community volunteers debug problems without any access to the troubled computers. Debugging problems can be a difficult task even when the machine is in front of you. Attempting it via a discussion forum is extremely difficult. EtreCheck is a great help that regards.

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