How do you turn off your anti virus?

Answer 1

Yes, of course.

If you want to "turn off" the AV without uninstalling it.

Then

1.In the taskbar in the lower right corner exit the tray icon of your AV.

2.Click start,

3.Select run,

4.Type msconfig and hit enter.

5.Goto the startup tab.

6.There would be every option that runs on startup.

7.goto your antivirus option and uncheck it.

8.Restart Computer.

9.Done

NOTE: Unchecking other than system programs such as ACDsee Device Detect can fasten up your computer.

If you want to bring AV back first undo 7th step and double click your AV icon.

Answer 2

This depends on the program you are using.

Generally, you can do it one of these two ways:

1.

Right-click on your anti-virus program's icon in your System Tray

In the menu which is shown, select the option something like "Disable antivirus protection" or "temporary turn off antivirus"

2.

Open your antivirus control center, through the right-click menu from the system tray icon, or from the entry in your start menu.

Find an icon or slider for your antivirus protection. Click or slide the correct option.

If asked what you want to do, select the option to "disable"

If prompted, confirm this action.

For more specific information, try entering your antivirus brand name and something like "disable" into a search engine, or ask about a specific brand on this site.

Answer 3

NORTON 360

• Right-click the Norton 360 Premier Edition icon in the system tray and select Disable Antivirus Automatic-Protect.
• You will get a new dialog box with five options: 15 minutes, 1 hour, 5 hours, Until system restart, Permanently.
• Choose 5 hours.