Your 1st step is to ensure that there is no virus code on your PC, this can be done simply by running a free online virus check. There are a few online virus checking programs, some of which will also offer a free removal program as well one of the better ones is from Trend Micro.

Below is a free online virus scanner and also a downloadable free 'resident' anti-virus program for you to use if you do not have one on your computer, If you currently have a anti-virus program on your computer you do not need the Avast or AVG anti-virus download.

Please note: The online virus scanner is not designed to 'replace' your current anti-virus program, they are used to ensure that you have no virus code on your PC prior to you installing a anti-virus program or it can be used as a second pair of eyes for your current anti-virus program.

Trend Micro Online Virus Scanner - Visit its homepage.

A free online Virus Scanner that can be run anytime a Virus infection is suspected. The only ICSA Certified Online Anti Virus Scanner.

Instructions - Select "Scan Now. It's Free!", then again. Check "Yes, I accept the Terms of Use" and select "Launching HouseCall", then select "Starting HouseCall" (Java or Browser Plug-in) and wait. Then select "Next" (Scan complete computer for malware, grayware and vulnerabilities) and wait (this may take some time).

Avast! Home Edition - Download - Home Page - Register
A free Anti virus Program for those who do not already own a commercial one. Avast Home Edition includes full virus protection in an easy to use interface with free automatic updating. If you are currently using a commercial Anti virus program do not install this but confirm that yours is updated. (e-mail registration is required).

AVG Anti-Virus Free - Download - Home Page
This Program is for private, non-commercial, single home computer use only. A excellent free Anti virus Program which is updated automatically daily, It includes full virus protection, email scanning, shell extension & scheduler to name a few of its program components.

Avira AntiVir PersonalEdition - Download - Homepage
Avira AntiVir PersonalEdition Classic reliably protects your private computer against dangerous viruses, worms, Trojans and costly dialers.