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StarscreamClone
Scratcher
1000+ posts

Computer Question...

Alright, so while I was playing Minecraft, I got a dialog box from the computer that said ‘your computer is at risk’. I went to do a scan, and it said that new updates had been installed and I had to restart. Restarted, quick scan, said it was fine. I'm running a full scan right now. Could the pop-up have been caused by the updates (like it was more up to date, so I should scan now), or should I worry?

Thanks,
~ Surge.

Last edited by StarscreamClone (Jan. 7, 2014 18:46:07)


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Snowdrift
Scratcher
79 posts

Computer Question...

The pop-up came up because your OS was out of date and not as capable of fighting off new viruses / malware etc.
You should be fine now, but running that full scan is a good idea anyway.

gravtest
Scratcher
100+ posts

Computer Question...

Most likely, an antivirus did this, probably AVG, so you're safe.

Lightningstep36
Scratcher
1000+ posts

Computer Question...

Probably nothing to worry about. My computer used to give me that message all the time. Don't worry about it unless your computer starts acting weird.

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StarscreamClone
Scratcher
1000+ posts

Computer Question...

Thanks, everyone! Yeah, a full scan reported no issues. Blah, gave me a heart attack… XD

Last edited by StarscreamClone (Jan. 7, 2014 22:07:14)


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Surge is my imaginary husband - he's the guy in my icon!
cheddargirl
Scratch Team
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