Windows 10: Does duet display contain a virus?

I did not download it but it is on my desktop and I cannot delete for some reason.

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How did Duet just show up on my computer? In Outlook mail yesterday it asked if I wanted it and I said no, but it is there this morning.

Duet Display is a software application that allows you to use your iPad or iPhone as a second display for your computer. It enables you to extend your desktop or mirror your computer screen onto your iOS device. However, it should be noted that Duet Display is an optional application and should not be installed without your explicit consent.

If Duet Display has appeared on your computer without your knowledge or consent, it is possible that it was installed by mistake or as part of another software installation. Sometimes, certain programs bundle additional software or applications during the installation process, and users may unintentionally agree to install them without realizing it.

To address this issue, you can try the following steps:

1. Uninstall Duet Display: Go to your computer's "Control Panel" (Windows) or "Applications" folder (Mac), find Duet Display in the list of installed programs or applications, and uninstall it.
   
2. Check recently installed software: Review any recent software installations to see if Duet Display was bundled with another program. If you find any suspicious software, you can uninstall it as well.
   
3. Scan for malware: It is also possible that the appearance of Duet Display on your computer could be due to malware or potentially unwanted programs (PUPs). Run a thorough scan of your computer using reliable antivirus or anti-malware software to detect and remove any potential threats.
   
4. Be cautious during installations: In the future, pay close attention to installation processes and make sure to read all the prompts carefully. Look for any checkboxes or options that may mention additional software and make sure to uncheck them if you do not want to install the additional programs.
   

By following these steps, you should be able to remove Duet Display from your computer if you did not intend to install it.

 

Is Duet Display a Microsoft Update

Hi Jo,

I am Dave, I will help you with this.

Duet Display is not a Microsoft App, it is a 3rd party app used to cast or remote from device to device, Windows updates would never install that.

That may have just been installed alongside some other software you installed on your PC.

But to be sure, completely uninstall that app from your PC and then run a full offline scan with Defender or you preferred 3rd party anti-virus

 

the error of installing duet display





when i install the duet display