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If an infected file is “locked“ or in use by a system process, it will usually only be deleted after it is released (normally
after a system restart).
Deleting files in archives – In the Default cleaning mode, the entire archive will be deleted only if it contains
infected files and no clean files. In other words, archives are not deleted if they also contain harmless clean files.
However, use caution when performing a Strict cleaning scan – with Strict cleaning the archive will be deleted if it
contains at least one infected file, regardless of the status of other files in the archive.
4.2 Updating the program
Regular updating of ESET Mail Security is the basic premise for obtaining the maximum level of security. The
Update module ensures that the program is always up to date in two ways – by updating the virus signature
database and by updating system components.
By clicking Update from the main menu, you can find the current update status, including the date and time of the
last successful update and if an update is needed. The primary window also contains the virus signature database
version. This numeric indicator is an active link to ESET’s website, listing all signatures added within the given
update.
In addition, the option to manually begin the update process – Update virus signature database – is available, as
well as basic update setup options such as the username and password to access ESET’s update servers.
Use the Product activation link to open a registration form that will activate your ESET security product and send
you an email with your authentication data (username and password).