Quarantining infected systems helps isolate the malware from the rest of the operating system, preventing further damage or spread. This step is crucial before attempting to remove the malware, as it protects unaffected files and applications during the remediation process.
Other options like removing the malware immediately may not address potential threats that are still active, and updating anti-malware software should occur after initial isolation to ensure complete protection.
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