Can system restore remove virus from the computer?

System Restore is a built-in feature of Windows operating systems that allows users to restore their computers to a “clean” state by reverting to a previously saved restore point. It is commonly used when troubleshooting software issues, but it can also be used to remove viruses from a computer.

When using System Restore, the computer’s system settings and programs are reverted to a point in time before the virus was installed. This means the virus will be removed, but any programs that have been installed since the time of the restore point will also be removed.

In order to use System Restore to remove a virus, the virus must first be identified. This can be done with an anti-virus program, or by examining the list of programs that were installed recently. Once the virus is identified, the user can create a restore point prior to the virus being installed.

System Restore can then be used to revert the computer to the restore point. The virus will be removed, but any programs that were installed after the restore point will also be removed. While this process is effective in removing the virus, it should not be used as the sole method of protection.

In order for System Restore to be successful in removing a virus, several conditions must be met. First, the virus must have been installed after the time of the restore point. If the virus was present before the restore point, System Restore will not be effective in removing it. Second, any programs that have been installed since the time of the restore point will be removed along with the virus. This means that any programs that have been installed since the time of the virus must be reinstalled after the restore point is applied.

As an IT administrator, it is important to be aware of the limitations of System Restore. While it can be a useful tool for removing viruses, it should not be used as the sole method of protection. In addition, it should only be used after the virus has been identified and a restore point has been created before the virus was installed. Finally, any programs that have been installed since the time of the restore point must be reinstalled after the restore point is applied.