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First System Scan
Run initial full system scan to establish baseline security
Scan Types
Quick Scan
Scans critical system areas
~5 minutes
Full Scan
Complete system analysis
~30-60 minutes
Custom Scan
User-defined scan areas
Variable
Recommended First Scan
Full System Scan
We recommend running a complete full system scan for your first scan to establish a comprehensive security baseline.
What it scans:
- • All files and folders
- • System memory
- • Registry entries
- • Boot sectors
- • Network connections
Benefits:
- • Detects existing threats
- • Establishes clean baseline
- • Identifies vulnerabilities
- • Optimizes future scans
- • Provides detailed report
Starting Your First Scan
1
Open D-Secure
Launch the application from desktop shortcut or Start menu
2
Navigate to Scan
Click on 'Scan' tab in the main interface
3
Select Full Scan
Choose 'Full System Scan' from scan options
4
Start Scan
Click 'Start Scan' button to begin the process
5
Monitor Progress
Watch real-time progress and scan statistics
6
Review Results
Examine scan report when complete
During the Scan
What to Expect
- • Real-time progress indicator
- • Current file being scanned
- • Threats found counter
- • Estimated time remaining
- • System performance impact minimal
Best Practices
- • Keep system plugged in (laptops)
- • Avoid heavy system usage
- • Don't interrupt the scan
- • Close unnecessary applications
- • Ensure stable internet connection