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IS DRIVER SUPPORT ACTIVE OPTIMIZATION A SCAM?
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Yes. They might cause damage to your computer and data. You should get your drivers from computer manufacturer's website (or hardware makers')
This might also exploit the unsuspecting customers and sensitive information might be leaked including your computer and mail ID and other information being used for wrong purposes.
is this Driver Support that charges $9.99 a month a scam
This may be due to malware / trojan / virus. Please try these options one by one and check after each option
Malware Bytes - https://www.malwarebytes.com/
A: Use Defender / ESET Scan
a. Open Windows Defender > Virus & threat protection menu > Advanced Scan > Full Scan
b. Download ESET / Sysrescue and follow the instructions on the link - https://www.eset.com/us/download/tools-and-util...
Disclaimer 1 - Using Third Party Software is completely at your own risk. This advice is in my personal capacity as a volunteer.
Disclaimer 2 - This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.
