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How do I remove malicious adware from microsoft about windows 11?

Anonymous
2023-03-20T00:32:33+00:00

Periodically, this adware prevents me from using my computer. How do I prevent this from happening or remove it? It's crazy this adware for Windows 11 forces me to interact with it before I can use my computer. The shame that these people make adware that infiltrates people's computers.

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  1. Brian Tillman [Outlook MVP 2007-2019] 25,880 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2023-03-20T03:08:14+00:00

    This doesn't look at all like malicious adware. It looks like Microsoft is telling you that your computer can run Windows 11 and that it's ready for you to download and install.

    You can prevent Windows from telling you about the update by downloading the utility InControl from https://www.grc.com/InControl.htm. This is a free utility and the person who wrote it is a trusted security researcher.

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-03-20T15:48:44+00:00

    A notification you forced to interact with. That purposefully tries to deceive you into taking the product. Manipulates people into thinking you HAVE to get windows 11 because your only options are get it or schedule to get it. While I understand there is the microscopic option to decline, if you decline, it gives a SECOND screen trying to manipulate you into getting a product. It's sleezy and unprofessional. But once again, thank you for your suggestion.

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  2. Anonymous
    2023-03-20T13:06:24+00:00

    Seems like adware to me. I looked up the definition and it fits perfectly. Regardless, thank you for the reply. I will try your suggestion.

    ad·ware

    NOUN

    1. software that automatically displays or downloads advertising material (often unwanted) when a user is online.

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  3. Brian Tillman [Outlook MVP 2007-2019] 25,880 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2023-03-20T15:38:03+00:00

    I'd call it more a notification rather than adware because it's not selling you anything, it's notifying you of the Windows 11 availability, It's certainly not malicious. Look that up in your dictionary as well.

    At any rate, InControl should prevent the Windows 11 notifications.

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  4. Anonymous
    2023-03-20T01:27:03+00:00

    Hi,

    My name is Cindy. I am sorry you are having this problem. I know it is really frustrating. I will do my best to help you with this problem.

    Please note: This is a user-to-user community forum. We are users just like you who help others. We are not employees of Microsoft.

    Adware is a form of malware that is added to your computer when downloading freeware and other such programs. It is possible to remove this with a program called Malwarebytes. They have a free version you can try. I have attached a link below to where you can download the program.

    https://www.malwarebytes.com/adware

    Please let me know if you have any questions.

    Best Wishes,

    Cindy

    Note: 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.

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