Disclaimer: If you're not comfortable cleaning viruses yourself or aren't sure what to do, ask for help. The responsibility is yours.
HijackThis
What HijackThis does is create a list of activities/files running on your computer. It then produces a log file of what it has found. The contents of the log file can be pasted onto a Web forum where people experienced in reading the contents of the file can advise you on what steps to take. The one I've used is Spyware Hammer (a big shoutout and thank you to bamajim, Hoov and Maurice Naggar for their help in the past).
Symantec Anti-virus
Very reputable and well-known. Consider buying the software for your system and keep up with the updates!
Malware Bytes
This software will scan your system for free but if you want full protection, you'll have to pay for it yourself.
Spybot
Spybot checks and removes Spyware (software that ends up on your system without your consent for the purposes of collecting information about you and your browsing habits). It works in tandem with other anti-virus software especially if they don't already come with anti-spyware.
Ccleaner
This isn't really anti-virus software but is really useful in cleaning up old unused files that are just sitting around. It should help improve performance because it
Helpful Web Sites
Spyware Hammer
Great forums for seeking help on a number of topics related to Spyware. Drop off your HijackThis log in one of the forums and wait for someone to help you.
Bleeping Computer
Similar to Spyware Hammer but covers a lot of other topics.
Spyware Warrior - Rogue Software
Thinking of downloading some software that could clean up your system? Check here first. Some software are fakes and will cause problems. Some may not be fakes but just ineffective. Don't get caught. Check first.
Spyware Warrior - Anti-Spyware list
Same as above but geared more towards Spyware.
Malware Bytes
Another helpful site for removing Malware.
Read more on viruses and protecting your self here.
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