Random Alt-Tabs?

Question

So, this issue developed some weeks ago.

Every hour, from start-up, I get alt-tabbed to a mystery window, called 'Update' according to WindowsFocusLogger.  I've tried disabling tasks, I've tried closing down non-essential tasks at start up - I've tried **** round in TaskScheduler.  Any ideas?

Answer 1

If I do this, will I risk deleting all of my software?  Don't want to risk that, considering that there's over 500gb of it, and my internet connection is v slow.

Answer 2

Try going back to a previous Windows point to repair.

Follow the steps below to restore your computer to a previous date using a restore point:

1- Type recovery in the search box of the taskbar and choose Recovery (Control Panel).

2.- Click on Open System Restore.

3.- Click on Next.

4.- Select your restore point, and click Next.

5.- Click on Finish.

The computer will reboot and present a message on the desktop confirming that the restoration was successful.

Answer 3

Thank you, I believe this has solved the problem.

EDIT:

It hasn't - just alt tabbed me out again :(

Answer 4

Hi, LVC_AltTab

My name is Kathleen and I am an Independent Advisor. I would be happy to help you today.

I recommend using SFC

Press the Start key and type the word CMD, right click on the command prompt and select Run as administrator, enter the following commands one by one followed by the Enter key:

•- DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Scanhealth

•- DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth

•- DISM.exe /online /cleanup-image /startcomponentcleanup

•- sfc /scannow

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/for...

Let us know if these steps help you to resolve the issue.