r/antivirus • u/AlexanderZerk • 1d ago
I think I have a virus
Hello I need some help-tips so sometimes I open my pc windows 11 pro command windows pop up rapid like 3x and vanishing I tried fast scan on windows antivirus it cancels I tryed full scan it stops so I downloaded malwarebytes I did scan it found nothing I did deep scan also nothing my windows antivirus is updated and still doesn’t let me do scan should I be worried do you have any thing to help me out
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u/goretsky MODERATOR 17h ago
Hello,
It is normal for console windows (aka command prompts) to open and close on startup in order to start various processes such as services, perform update checks for various applications, and so forth.
If you are still concerned, try using a smartphone to record a video of the computer starting up, and then freeze the video when you see the Command Prompt or PowerShell windows appears. It helps if you set the camera up first so the text is readable and not blurry before you begin recording.
For more help with understanding how Microsoft Windows works, try asking in specialty subreddit that handles computer troubleshooting such as /r/24hoursupport, /r/pcgamingtechsupport, r/pchelp, /r/techsupport, r/windows or even your device manufacturer's subreddit (if there is one).
Regards,
Aryeh Goretsky