5 Signs Your Computer Might Have a Virus

Computer viruses and malware can be sneaky. Sometimes the signs are obvious, but often they disguise themselves as normal system behavior. Here are five warning signs that your computer might be infected.

Unusual slowness is often the first sign. If your computer suddenly takes much longer to start up, open programs, or load web pages — and you haven't installed new software or updates — malware could be consuming your system resources.

Unexpected pop-ups are a classic symptom. If you're seeing pop-up ads even when your browser is closed, or if your browser redirects you to unfamiliar websites, these are strong indicators of adware or browser hijacker infections.

Programs crashing frequently or your computer restarting on its own can indicate a virus interfering with system processes. If programs that used to work fine are suddenly unstable, it's worth investigating.

Missing files or programs that you didn't delete could mean malware is modifying your system. Some viruses specifically target and corrupt files, while ransomware may encrypt them and demand payment.

Unusual network activity — your internet connection being slow when you're not doing much, or your hard drive light constantly blinking — could mean malware is communicating with external servers or spreading to other devices on your network.

If you notice any of these signs, don't ignore them. The longer malware stays on your system, the more damage it can do. Call us at 225-341-3098 for a thorough scan and cleanup with our 100% guarantee.