Software TroubleshootingQuestion 71 of 100
During malware remediation best practices, when should the technician re-enable System Restore and create a fresh restore point?
a.Before scanning, so restore points are preserved
b.Never, System Restore must stay off
c.After the system is verified clean, to establish a new known-good point
d.Only if the antivirus fails
Explanation
Best practice is to disable System Restore during cleanup so infected restore points are purged, then re-enable it and create a new restore point once the system is confirmed clean. Preserving infected restore points risks reinfection.
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