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for all further scans of specific files or folders. Also, this configuration will be used as
a template for all of your newly scheduled scans (all customized scans are based on
the current configuration of the Scan of selected files or folders).
12.2.3. Anti-Rootkit Scan
Anti-Rootkit scan searches your computer for possible rootkit (programs and
technologies that can cover malware activity in your computer). If a rootkit is
detected, this does not necessarily mean your computer is infected. In some cases,
specific drivers or sections of regular applications may be misleadingly detected as
rootkits.
Scan launch
Anti-Rootkit scan can be launched directly from the scanning interface by clicking on
the scan's icon. No further specific settings have to be configured for this type of
scan, the scanning will start immediately within the Scan is running dialog (see
screenshot). The scanning can be temporarily interrupted (Pause) or canceled (Stop)
if needed.
Scan configuration editing
Anti-Rootkit scan is always launched in the default settings, and editing of the scan
parameters is only accessible within the AVG Advanced Settings / Anti-Rootkit
dialog. In the scanning interface, the following configuration is available but only while
the scan is running: