CompTIA A+ 220-1102 Practice Question

Scanning and removing malware in safe mode is the best approach because it starts Windows in a minimal state, loading only essential drivers and services. This prevents most malware from running, making it easier for the anti-malware software to detect and remove the threat. Scanning in normal mode may allow the malware to continue running and interfering with the removal process. While a preinstallation environment can be useful for severe infections, it's not typically necessary for most malware removal scenarios. Reformatting the drive should be considered a last resort, as it will erase all data on the drive.