Learn how to find your BitLocker recovery key in Windows.

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To remove the block for a downloaded file, right-click the file in File Explorer, select Properties, and then select Unblock. Note: The change might not take effect immediately but will be effective after the next login.

Block you from uninstalling a program through Add or Remove Programs (or Programs and Features) in Control Panel. If you're trying to remove malware, you can use Windows Security (or another antivirus tool), or you can use the Windows Malicious Software Removal tool.

At best, the scammers are trying to get you to pay them to "fix" a nonexistent problem with your device or software.

Some icons in My Computer, in Windows Explorer, on the desktop, or on the Quick Launch Bar change randomly. Troubleshoots and fixes common issues with file and folder operations in Windows.

Microsoft Defender's web protection helps protect you against malicious sites that are being used for phishing or spreading malware. Available on Windows, Android, and iOS.

Learn how to download files from the web, change your default download location, and find files you've downloaded on your PC using Internet Explorer.

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