When I try to download anything, I get the error message that it contained a virus and was deleted.

I even tried to download malware and I get the same error message

Hi CarmenMcNamara,

To provide the proper resolution, I would need more information on your side.

1. what anti-virus software do you use?

2. what web browser do you use?

If you use Internet Explore then you can try the methods provided.

This problem may occur if the downloaded file is not enabled in Internet Explorer or if antivirus software is blocking the download.

Method 1:
I suggest to activate the download of the file in Internet Explorer and check to see if it helps.

a. close all Internet Explorer or Windows Explorer Windows that are currently open.

b. Open Internet Explorer by clicking Start, and then click Internet Explorer.

c. click the Tools button, then Internet Options.

d. click on the Security tab , click Internet, and then the custom level button.

e. scroll down to category of downloadsand the download of the file to Activatevalue.

f. click OKand then click Yes.

Now, try to download and check if that helps.

Method 2:
If the problem persists, I suggest to optimize Internet Explorer and check.

How to optimize Internet Explorer
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/936213/no

Note: Reset the Internet Explorer settings can reset security settings or privacy settings that you have added to the list of Trusted Sites. Reset the Internet Explorer settings can also reset parental control settings. We recommend that you note these sites before you use the reset Internet Explorer settings. Also, the photos and the videos do not work in any Add - ons.

Method 3:
If the problem is not resolved, you can disable the antivirus software and the firewall installed on the computer, and then try to download.

http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/turn-Windows-Firewall-on-or-off

http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/disable-antivirus-software

Note: Antivirus software can help protect your computer against viruses and other security threats. In most cases, you should not disable your antivirus software. If you do not disable temporarily to install other software, you must reactivate as soon as you are finished. If you are connected to the Internet or a network during the time that your antivirus software is disabled, your computer is vulnerable to attacks.

Check out the link for more information.

Download files from the Internet: frequently asked questions
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-HK/Windows7/downloading-files-from-the-Internet-frequently-asked-questions

Hope this information helps. Answer the post with an up-to-date issue report to help you further.

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