Detecting Viruses with Command Prompt (CMD): A Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Launch Command Prompt (CMD)

* Press Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog box.

* Type cmd and press Enter to open the Command Prompt window.

Step 2: Switch to the System32 Directory

* Type the following command to move to the System32 directory:

```

cd /Windows/System32

```

* Press Enter to execute the command.

Step 3: Verify File Versions

* In the System32 directory, type the following command:

```

verifier

```

* Press Enter to execute the command.

* This command will prompt you to reboot your system. Select Yes to allow the tool to run at system startup.

Step 4: Run the Virus Scan

* After restarting, navigate back to the Command Prompt window by following steps Steps 1 and 2 mentioned above.

* Execute the following command:

```

verifier /querysettings

```

* Press Enter.

* Scroll down through the displayed list to detect potential virus entries like: "Windows Found File (xxx.dll)- version is not trusted!"

Please note that using CMD alone might not provide comprehensive virus detection coverage. For effective and proactive protection, it's essential to have an updated antivirus software installed and running on your system.