Windows 10: Can't get rid of browser hijack in Edge.

Discus and support Can't get rid of browser hijack in Edge. in Browsers and Email to solve the problem; That didn't fix the Edge shortcut on the taskbar. Same as it was so I'm deleting all the quick launch shortcuts and re-pinning what I want there. Discussion in 'Browsers and Email' started by Galane, Aug 13, 2016.

  1. Galane Win User

    Can't get rid of browser hijack in Edge.


    That didn't fix the Edge shortcut on the taskbar. Same as it was so I'm deleting all the quick launch shortcuts and re-pinning what I want there.
     
    Galane, Aug 15, 2016
    #16
  2. Dropbox Win User

    Hmm, I think that is the only solution for it, but your browser is working fine again?
     
    Dropbox, Aug 16, 2016
    #17
  3. Tonyb Win User
    Wow this sounded very nasty thank god i never use edge google chrome is my friend *Smile
     
    Tonyb, Aug 16, 2016
    #18
  4. Mystere Win User

    Can't get rid of browser hijack in Edge.

    You can try using the Edge Favorites editor Manage Edge Favorites
     
    Mystere, Aug 16, 2016
    #19
  5. jimbo45 Win User
    Hi there

    I always say with these things --if you have a decent backup image - just restore it.
    Provided you keep Windows + apps on their own partition a backup shouldn't take more than around 10 - 15 mins on modern hardware if that -- and a restore about the same time.

    On my laptop with 250GB Samsung SSD backed up to external SSD via USB 3 port --6 mins !! Use something like free macrium.

    I often wonder if someone would count up the nr of hours spent on running Virus and Malware removal software on an infected computer as opposed to regular backups and restores I know who would win HANDS DOWN.

    I've nothing against this type of software (note I'm not complaining about AV software -- although in this case it obviously didn't do its job properly) - it's just the philosophy --it's like trying deliberately to repair a defective plane while it's in the air !!!.

    I've flown enough planes in my time to know as a Pilot you ensure any defects are remedied while it's on the ground and certainly not using a defective piece of kit (the Windows OS in this case with the malware in it).

    If and when it's fixed let that be a lesson AND START TAKING REGULAR CLEAN BACKUPS - software is FREE and quick so no excuse.

    Cheers
    jimbo
     
    jimbo45, Apr 5, 2018
    #20
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