Windows 10: Virus alert from Microsoft

I received a message along w the attached screenshot on my computer saying,


“Virus alert from Microsoft this computer is locked do not close this window and restart your computer registration key is blocked contact Microsoft helpline to reactivate your computer contact Microsoft security toll free we blocked your computer the window registration key is illegal this window is using pirated software this window is sending viruses over the Internet this window was hacked or used from undefined location we block this computer for security contact Microsoft helpline to reactivate your computer”


The number given is 888-919-6153


Please help… Thank you

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Virus alert from microsoft edge

Hello jodemo,

The alert you received about virus is a common scam. We suggest that you close Microsoft Edge immediately. Make sure not to restore the sessions when you reopen Microsoft Edge.

In addition, we highly recommend you to follow the steps provided by Bruce Hagen MVP on this
thread link.

Hope this information helps you. Feel free to post back if you need further assistance.

 

virus alert

defender finds a virus, quarantined the virus. I remove all the quarantined viruses. the threat alert pm the bottom right of the screen slices over with the same virus alert. I remove the quarantined virus.. the alert alerts again. this keeps repeating.
the virus is "Bruser modifier Win 32/Polteci

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Emergency Alerts

Hi Stephanie,

Just to confirm, is this the same thing that you tried on your phone, in order to turn off Amber Alerts?

• Open Settings.
• Tap on System.
• Tap on Messaging.
• Tap on the Change emergency alert settings link.
• Turn on or off the emergency alerts you want.

Let us know if this was the same thing that you tried.

We would also suggest to reset your phone after doing these steps to ensure that the changes on your phone's settings will be refreshed.

Simply press and hold the Power and Volume down button for 15 seconds and then release your hold afterwards.