Windows 10: Clean computer

Discus and support Clean computer in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; I need to clean my computer because the scammers got me yesterday with the fake support numbers.... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by Surf-1919, Apr 7, 2021.

  1. SURF-1919
    Surf-1919 Win User

    Clean computer


    I need to clean my computer because the scammers got me yesterday with the fake support numbers.

    :)
     
    Surf-1919, Apr 7, 2021
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  2. AMERICANPHARAOH
    AmericanPharaoh Win User

    Windows 10 infinite restart black screen


    The tutorials provided are just a list of troubleshooting steps. Use only the steps which apply to you.

    Since none of the troubleshooting steps here worked, I'd suggest you do a Clean install.

    John
     
    AmericanPharaoh, Apr 7, 2021
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  3. TOOTHLESS
    Toothless Win User
    Silent boot failure

    List your specs out and tell us each step in cleaning you did.
     
    Toothless, Apr 7, 2021
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  4. SWAT354
    swat354 Win User

    Clean computer

    Windows 10 infinite restart black screen


    Thank you john for all of your help i decided to get the usb my computer came with and factory reset it i didnt have anything that personal or valueable so its ok thanks for the help though i appreciate it
     
    swat354, Apr 7, 2021
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