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directsearchapp somehow got installed on google chrome
somehow directsearchapp and nextgeeker.com got installed to google chrome on my laptop and i cannot figure out how to delete it because i cannot find the url or file anywhere on my laptop i have looked in control panel ran Microsoft defender scans and…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-04-08T01:05:38.8466667+00:00
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Robbie Rowland
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answered 2026-04-08T01:05:51.2833333+00:00
Q&A Assist
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How to reset windows11 password when you don’t remember password or security answers
Can’t remember password or security answers on pc running windows 11
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-07T18:32:11.1466667+00:00
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Mike Breen
0
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answered 2026-04-07T22:36:58.52+00:00
EmilyS726
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Bitlocker recovery loop on startup
Bitlocker recovery key needed each time I try to start the laptop.
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-07T21:27:18.53+00:00
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jeffrey hogue
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answered 2026-04-07T22:21:21.59+00:00
EmilyS726
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After updating BIOS, system required BitLocker recovery key on every startup due to a protector error. Disabled BitLocker, now cannot reenable it.
System details: OS: Windows 11 Pro 25H2, build 26200.8117 CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D Motherboard: Gigabyte B650 AORUS Elite AX V2, BIOS F39 TPM?: Enabled, TPM Management says it is ready for use Secure Boot?: Enabled System Mode: User BitLocker…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
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How do I remove a persistent fake-virus alert popup?
How do I remove a persistent fake-virus alert popup?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-01T02:29:08.34+00:00
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Scott, Thomas
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commented 2026-04-07T20:35:22.14+00:00
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Linnea Steman
0
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Why am I not able to download the Defender App?
I keep clicking on the download buttons for the Defender App and nothing happens. Why am I not able to download the Defender App?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-07T19:09:49.79+00:00
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David Smith
50
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answered 2026-04-07T19:52:17.9066667+00:00
David-M
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MY IT ADMINISTRATOR IS LIMITED TO ACCESS SOME AREA OF WINDOWS SECURITY
WHEN I OPEN RANSOMWARE PROTECTION,THE SCREEN SHOW MY IT ADMINISTRATOR IS LIMITED TO ACCESS SOME AREA OF WINDOWS SECURITY. HOW DO I SOLVE IT?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-07T09:00:24.3533333+00:00
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SHeng Jie Soo
0
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answered 2026-04-07T17:23:30.7966667+00:00
Kapil Arya
37,551
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Volunteer Moderator
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three viruses
For over a month I have been bothered by three computer viruses. One claims to be an antivirus software pesters me about "running a security check." Another is a fake Amazon card offering which has a little Amazon card and says to…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-07T16:18:48.94+00:00
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Steve Gillette
0
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answered 2026-04-07T16:54:58.5966667+00:00
DaveM121
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Independent Advisor
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Number to call for support
I need to know the correct number to call for Microsoft security
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-07T14:46:00.7133333+00:00
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D Matheny
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answered 2026-04-07T15:37:56.6266667+00:00
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Virginia M
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Independent Advisor
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Text, usually from Excel, shows up on top left of lock screen when resuming from hibernate.
For at least a year now, probably more, sometimes when I resume my computer from hibernate, at the top left corner there is text (white text on a black background), similar to the picture attached from another user who was experiencing the same thing.…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2025-11-17T03:31:05.1866667+00:00
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BrainItIn-7176
15
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commented 2026-04-07T13:44:21.09+00:00
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Carl-L
12,345
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
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Windows Defender not working - need fixlist.txt
Hello, my windows defender doesnt open. It stays in the same screen as in screenshot "windows defender". I'm using Windows 11, Version 25H2. From what i understand I need a fixlist.txt for FARBAR. Here are the necessary files. Thank you…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-04T10:42:03.6133333+00:00
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badatinformatics
0
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commented 2026-04-07T10:22:10.7+00:00
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Lychee-Ng
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Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
2 answers
S Mode version of Windows 11
Hello there, I want to connect my laptop to my nokia lumina 630 via USB wire but because its an old one I would like to scan it for viruses with my laptop but since there is no scan option in S Mode versions of Windows 11 and I can't scan it with my…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-06T18:21:10.5966667+00:00
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stella montee
0
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commented 2026-04-07T10:06:57.6433333+00:00
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Madithallo Seng
0
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2 answers
How to completly remove McAfee from my computer
having trouble removing McAfee ap from my computer what can be done to completley remove this problem
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-07T06:54:22.81+00:00
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Elmer G. Bergendahl
0
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answered 2026-04-07T07:51:46.3333333+00:00
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Ramesh Srinivasan
77,225
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Independent Advisor
1 answer
Firmware protection is greyed out on win11 pro
i have done most of what the internet recommends, virtualization/TPM/Secure Boot/uefi etc etc all enabled in bios, memory integrity enabled, did this "Go to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > System > Device Guard. …
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-07T02:31:01.1833333+00:00
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Loxocemus
0
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answered 2026-04-07T02:31:19.7566667+00:00
Q&A Assist
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Windows Defender Corrupted in Windows 11
Good Morning, My Windows Defender seems to be corrupted in Windows 11. I tried to repair it, but all steps have failed so far. The usual icon on my taskbar has disappeared and when I navigate to Windows Security, the tab is greyed out. Also, I can't find…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-05T08:16:25.1333333+00:00
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Aidan Byrne
0
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answered 2026-04-07T00:10:24.43+00:00
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Sin-D
8,720
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
2 answers
Federal and state sites are blocked from loading, WHY
When I try to sign into sites like the VA and I.D. ME, I get a message that says- We couldn't verify your browser This may happen if JavaScript is disabled or your browser blocked a security check. Please try again, or use a different browser. It was…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-06T19:21:49.1133333+00:00
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Edward Miller
0
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answered 2026-04-06T21:13:51.2966667+00:00
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Ian Bondoc
5
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Independent Advisor
2 answers
S Mode versions of Windows 11
Hello there, I want to connect my laptop to my nokia lumina 630 via USB wire but because its an old one I would like to scan it for viruses with my laptop but since option in S Mode versions of Windows 11 and I can not scan it with my phone. Is there a…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-06T17:51:39.62+00:00
stella montee
0
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answered 2026-04-06T18:37:52.6233333+00:00
David-M
109.1K
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Independent Advisor
2 answers
S Mode versions of Windows 11
Hello there, I want to connect my laptop to my nokia lumina 630 via USB wire but because its an old one I would like to scan it for viruses with my laptop but since there is no scan option in S Mode versions of Windows 11 and I can't scan it with my…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2026-04-06T18:06:43.63+00:00
stella montee
0
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answered 2026-04-06T18:23:37.32+00:00
VARADHARAJAN K
9,676
Reputation points
Volunteer Moderator
2 answers
How do I fix the bitlocker on my computer
I have a BitLocker that’s stopping me from using my computer
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
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How to enable compatible TPM 2.0 on windows 11
I upgraded to windows 11 about 4ish years ago and have never been able to enable TPM 2.0. I been meaning to play some games that require it, but I've updated my BIOS and have enabled "AMD CPU fTPM", as it is the only option. In BIOS, everything…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
8,017 questions
asked 2025-08-31T22:30:35.29+00:00
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Jorge Toscano
0
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answered 2026-04-06T10:55:57.9933333+00:00
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temuuuuuulen09909090
0
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