April 20, 2024, 9:36 a.m. | Priya Mervana

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The unknown publisher warning is a security message that pops up when you try to install or run software from a source that Windows doesn't recognize or trust. It indicates that the publisher of the software has not been verified and could potentially be malicious. Heeding this warning can help protect your computer from malware.





What Triggers the Unknown Publisher Warning?


The unknown publisher message appears when attempting to install or launch software that originates from a source outside of …

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