Windows 98 files erased

[tautog]

After having some virus problems, I installed some new anti-virus programs.  Atfer running on of them and  following the recommendations for repairs, I lost several of my windows 98 files, including the start-up sequence.    Would the scanreg/restore trick work to get my files back, or do I have to re-install windows?  I think otherwise the computer is fine because only 62 files were quarrantined or deleted.  Thanks in advance.

[James2]

If they are in quarrantine can't you restore them from there. I used to have Nortons & it had that option.
 Also, if you run more than one anti-virus they tend to bump heads somewhere. Less ya meant anti-maleware programs in general. But usually one of each type will do fine.

[Backdated]

Even if you could restore these files, you would probably be restoring infected copies and putting yourself right back where you started.
Windows doesn't use a "startup sequence" - That died with AmigaDOS!
Is this Win98 or Win98SE? Do you have a full installation CD? What files are missing? What errors are generated?