Pen drives these days are more vulnerable to viruses and the biggest problem most PC users face is "Autorun.Inf" which automatically installs virus in other folders. In order to remove Auto Run virus, you just need to replace to the file with a new one "Autorun.Inf".
Steps to Remove Autorun.Inf Virus from Pen Drive
1.Open a notepad and leave it blank (don't type anything)
2.Save it as "Autorun.Inf" in the destination drive (Your Pen Drive)
That's it. The autorun virus is now removed from your pendrive.
The actual logic behind this is to overwrite the autorun.inf file with an empty one. Because an empty autorun file can’t execute automatically.
This is the basic and very simple step to get rid of Autorun.Inf virus without having to use any Anti-virus software's.
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Tuesday, September 14, 2010
How to Remove autorun.inf Virus from USB/Pen Drive?
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And it sucks because we commonly don't think of our usb drives and then we insert it and its too late. Thanks for your knowledge, its really wonderful.
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i think using a firewall or a portable antivirus would be a better option to stay safe...check out here http://www.jasica.in/2011/04/bestever-tips-to-protect-your-usb-pen.html
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