I'm having a weird issue with my Windows 11 computer. Every time I boot up, Microsoft Edge opens automatically, even though I've turned off auto-boot for it. When I try to close it using task manager, it just reopens immediately. I also noticed a popup about 'Programs using location: Microsoft Edge'. In my Control Panel under the Uninstall section, I see something called 'Microsoft Remote Desktop Connection', but I haven't installed anything new on this computer apart from Steam, Brave browser, and Discord. The only website I've visited on Edge is the download page for a different browser. Could this mean I have a virus?
3 Answers
Another tip is to look for any suspicious applications in your Control Panel. If something seems off, don’t hesitate to uninstall it. Also, ensure that your antivirus software is up-to-date and do a full system scan. It’s good to be cautious!
Just a heads up, 'Microsoft Remote Desktop Connection' is a standard feature on Windows, so it's likely not a malware issue itself. Still, running a malware scan is a great precaution. Make sure you check your installed programs from the Control Panel to see if there's anything unfamiliar that you might want to uninstall.
It sounds like you might have some malware or at least some unwanted software running. First, I recommend checking your startup programs in the Task Manager to see if you can disable Microsoft Edge from starting up automatically. If it’s disabled but still opens, that's definitely a red flag for a possible infection. Also, consider running a malware scan using a reliable tool to check your system for any hidden threats.
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