Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool Description
Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool helps protect Windows computers from malware. MSRT detects and removes threats, and reverses any changes made by these threats. MSRT is usually released monthly as part Windows Update, or as a standalone tool that can be downloaded. Automatic updates for Windows must be disabled. Windows Update automatically downloads MSRT and runs it in the background. If you suspect that you have been infected by one of the most common malware families. To complement your antimalware program. This tool is not meant to replace Windows Defender Antivirus. Windows Update will automatically install MSRT. The integrated version runs in the background. The standalone version of MSRT can be used to run MSRT whenever you need it. Microsoft usually delivers MSRT with Windows Update every Tuesday. The standalone version is also available at this page.