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Anonymous
2021-02-21T18:26:51+00:00

I found Python.exe in my pc, how do I get rid of it?

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  1. Anonymous
    2021-02-22T22:38:04+00:00

    Hello AMat1,

    Most likely this is a Python Script Launcher and shouldn't harm your device.

    If you recently installed Python, that is why it is there. if you didn't, then I would recommend deleting it. or scanning the .EXE file with a AV software (E.G. Kasperkey, Windows defender,)

    If you don't have a AV installed, here are some I recommend:

    Kapserskey Total Security

    It isn't free but if you are willing to pay for it here's a link: kasperkey.com

    (I don't know the full link)

    Or you can use malwarebytes : https://malwarebytes.com (its free)

    Hope this helped,

    Aiden

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  2. DaveM121 871.8K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2021-02-21T19:02:18+00:00

    Hi AMat1

    I am Dave, an Independent Advisor, I will help you with this . . .

    There are so many legitimate reasons why the Python.exe file would be on your PC, that is usually just a Python Script Launcher and may have been installed by other software you installed on your PC and may be required for functionality of that software . . .

    Where exactly is that file located on your PC?

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