Windows Security Quick Scan Stops and Shows an Unknown Last Scan
Windows Security's Quick Scan consistently reaches the same point and then stops. Afterward, it says the last scan isn't available, even though the interface may still claim a…
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Windows Security Quick Scan Stops and Shows Incorrect Scan Details
Windows Security's Quick Scan consistently gets stuck at the same point on the progress bar, then stops without showing normal scan results. The status sometimes says the last…
Is it normal for a fresh Windows 11 install to scan over 500,000 files?
I suspected my laptop might have been compromised, so I reinstalled Windows 11 using the reset/reinstall option built into the laptop rather than a USB installer. Afterward, Windows…
I Think I Might Have Installed Malware - What Should I Do?
I recently made a mistake that I'm really worried about. I downloaded an executable file and initiated the installation, but then I got suspicious when nothing seemed to…
What should I do if I downloaded the wrong file and now suspect my computer was hacked?
I was downloading a game from Pixel Drain, but I accidentally downloaded a file labeled "installed files" instead of the game itself. I quickly deleted it, but it…
Why is my Windows 11 laptop's battery draining so fast?
Hey everyone! I'm having a bit of an issue with my Windows 11 laptop. It seems like the battery drains pretty quickly, and I'm not sure why. I…
Why Did My RAM Usage Drop During a Norton Virus Scan?
I recently noticed that my RAM usage decreased significantly—almost by 2—when I ran a full virus scan with Norton. I'm not upset about it; I'm just curious if…
I Think I Accidentally Downloaded Malware Through PowerShell, Can Anyone Help?
I ran a command I found on a website, thinking it was from Cloudflare, but now I'm worried it might be malware. The command I executed in PowerShell…
What should I do after clicking a suspicious link and seeing unusual login behavior?
I accidentally clicked on a suspicious link from an article that was linked in a Vietnamese post. The link didn't take me anywhere, but there was a weird…
Frequent Windows Exception Errors on My HP Laptop - What Should I Do?
I've been having a really frustrating issue with my HP laptop running Windows 11. Recently, I've noticed a lot of sporadic black screens that say, "Your device ran…
What to Do If an Extension Was Added to My Browser Without My Consent?
I was browsing Google when I got a message in my Brave browser saying, "An Extension has been added by a program on your computer. McAfee." I opted…
Is This a False Positive for Adobe Creative Cloud?
I installed Adobe Creative Cloud today for my class, and after downloading it from the official Adobe website, I ran the file through VirusTotal. It flagged the file…
What should I do after accidentally visiting a suspicious website?
I accidentally clicked on a suspicious website while I was exploring URLs and domains—specifically, I was looking for the longest domain name but ended up on a weird…
Help! Can't Delete My Valorant Files and Lost 1.5TB
I'm having a major issue with deleting my Valorant files. Every time I try, I get a message saying the file location doesn't exist. This has cost me…
Is It Normal for a New SSD to Have an .exe File?
I just got a portable Kingston SSD for extra storage. When I first opened it to reformat, I noticed a .exe file named 'photos' that was displayed for…
What Should I Do After Getting Hacked by a Fake Game Scam on Discord?
I recently fell victim to a malware attack that originated from a fake game on Discord. This is my first experience with hacking, and I'm unsure about the…
Should I Be Concerned About a Questionable Attachment?
Hey everyone! I made a mistake and opened a suspect email attachment from tutamail that talked about a misformatted message. I know I shouldn't have done it, but…
Could I have malware from a driver setup file?
I was trying to update my chipset driver and downloaded something called "driveridentifier_setup.exe." I checked it on VirusTotal, and it flagged it as having malware. When I attempted…