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CompTIA A+ 220-1102 (V14) Practice Question

A user reports that they are repeatedly receiving alerts on their desktop stating their Windows system is infected with a virus and prompting them to call a toll-free number for assistance. What is the MOST likely explanation for these alerts?

  • These are routine Windows system notifications for regular maintenance.

  • The alerts are from the installed antivirus software indicating legitimate virus detection.

  • The system is likely infected with scareware, which is trying to deceive the user.

  • The Windows Action Center is reporting an incomplete system update process.

CompTIA A+ 220-1102 (V14)
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