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Virus Issues

Q6. How can I exclude a file or folder from Real-time Scanning?

To open the product, double-click the product icon at the bottom right corner of your screen. To exclude a file or folder from Real-time Scanning:

1. Click the Virus & Spy Protection tab.
2. Click Configure next to Real-time Scanning.
3. Click Exclusions.
4. Add a file, drive, or folder to exclude:
   1. Select the Objects tab.
   2. Select Exclude objects (files, folders, ...).
   3. Click Add.
   4. Select the file, drive, or folder that you want to exclude from virus scanning.
      Note: Some drives may be removable drives, such as CD, DVD or network drives. Network drives and empty removable drives cannot be excluded.
   5. Click OK.
5. Repeat the previous step to exclude other files, drives, or folders from being scanned for viruses.
6. Click OK to close the Exclude from Scanning dialog.
7. Click OK to apply the new settings.