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In the context of malware and security, "infected files" can refer to any files that have been compromised by malicious software, which may include viruses, Trojans, spyware, and other types of malware. However, not all infected files are necessarily classified as viruses.

A virus is a specific type of malware that can replicate itself and spread to other files or systems. In contrast, an infected file could simply be a file that has been altered or compromised by malware that does not have the ability to self-replicate, such as a Trojan.

The Microsoft Safety Scanner may have detected files that are infected but did not classify them specifically as viruses, which is why you received that report. It's important to follow up on any infected files reported by the scanner, as they may still pose a threat to your system even if they are not categorized as viruses.

For further assistance, consider using Microsoft Defender Antivirus for real-time protection and automatic updates, as it provides comprehensive malware removal capabilities.

References:

• Microsoft Safety Scanner Download
• Trojans