Windows 10: Microsoft Windows Search Protocol Host - McAfee Warning

Discus and support Microsoft Windows Search Protocol Host - McAfee Warning in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Why does Microsoft Windows Search Protocol Host need to access the internet? McAfee is giving me a warning. Do I block or allow this program?... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by MS_WOW, Sep 18, 2018.

  1. MS_WOW
    MS_WOW Win User

    Microsoft Windows Search Protocol Host - McAfee Warning


    Why does Microsoft Windows Search Protocol Host need to access the internet? McAfee is giving me a warning. Do I block or allow this program?

    :)
     
    MS_WOW, Sep 18, 2018
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  2. MELOWIN MAR
    Melowin Mar Win User

    Windows Security - Microsoft Windows Search Protocol Host

    Hi Marc,

    To further isolate the issue, please provide the following information:

    • Were there any changes made on your computer before this issue came up?
    • Are there any error messages or error codes that appeared after entering your email and password?
    Furthermore, we suggest that you follow the
    steps     provided by Kate Li.

    Let us know how it goes.
     
    Melowin Mar, Sep 18, 2018
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  3. REBECCAPWINSETT
    RebeccaPWinsett Win User
    MIcrosoft Windows Search Protocol Host

    I am trying to delete a file, but keep getting this dialogue box:

    This action can't be completed because the file is open in Microsoft Windows Search Protocol Host.

    Close the file and try again.

    So where (or more specifically how) do I close the file?
     
    RebeccaPWinsett, Sep 18, 2018
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  4. FERREIRARAPOSO
    FerreiraRaposo Win User

    Microsoft Windows Search Protocol Host - McAfee Warning

    microsoft windows search protocol host

    The operating system is not actually configured to execute thia application: Microsoft Windows Search Protocol
     
    FerreiraRaposo, Sep 18, 2018
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