The antivirus program is now installed and ready to use.

If used, remove the CD or DVD from the computer's disc drive.

When the install process is complete, close out of the install window.

No additional programs should be needed for the antivirus program to install and run successfully on your computer. If prompted to install other software with the antivirus program, uncheck all boxes or decline the install of those extra programs. The one exception is if the install process recommends to install any toolbars for Internet browsers or other helpful programs for your computer. The install process provides recommended options so the antivirus program will function properly, which in most cases can be accepted as is.

In the installation process window, follow the steps provided to install the antivirus program.

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The installation process should start, with a window opening to help guide you through the install process. Look for a file named setup.exe, install.exe, or something similar, then double-click that file. If the downloaded file is a zip file, unzip the file to extract and access the installation files.

If you downloaded the antivirus program on the Internet, find the downloaded file on your computer.

The installation process should start automatically, with a window opening to help guide you through the install process.

If you purchased the antivirus program from a retail store, insert the CD or DVD into the computer's disc drive.

To install an antivirus program on your computer, follow the steps below. All new versions of Microsoft Windows now include Windows Defender to help protect your computer from viruses.

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