Microsoft, Edge and scareware

Microsoft Edge offers new tool to combat scareware - here's how it works
Edge's new scareware blocker aims to protect you from malicious websites that try to scam you through fear tactics. Here's how to opt in.
Microsoft Edge will soon protect you from these scary scams that even Chrome can't
Since many internet users are savvy enough to recognize scareware for what it is, many browsers – like Chrome – don’t have a scareware blocker. However, scareware can be unnerving for new users or those who don’t know how to escape out of a full-screen attack which may cause menus or toolbars to vanish or use audio to confuse a user into calling a fraudulent support line where the information they provide will be used by scammers.
Microsoft tests ‘scareware blocker’ for Edge that uses computer vision to detect scams
Microsoft is rolling out "scareware blocker," which uses machine learning to identify a very specific and pervasive type of online scam.
Microsoft Previews Edge Scareware Blocker
Microsoft said today that its recently announced Scareware blocker in Edge is now available in preview on Windows.
Microsoft Edge just got a secret weapon against scareware
A new security feature for Microsoft Edge is now available for preview, helping people overcome scareware scams. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox
Microsoft’s new ‘Scareware Blocker’ in Edge is here to fight off scams
Scareware is a type of malware that relies on scare tactics to get you to lower your guard and unknowingly install malware or give away sensitive personal data before you realize you’re being tricked.
Microsoft’s Scary Windows Update—Change Your Browser Now
In a refreshing change from recent negative sparring with Google, Microsoft has just confirmed a critical update for Windows ...
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Microsoft Edge introduces a new Restart Now button that resets the browser
Microsoft Edge's new Restart Now button can be found in Browser Essentials, and it's a safe way to restart to the browser.
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What is Microsoft Edge?: Everything you need to know about Microsoft's internet browser for Windows
That's a big reason why in 2015 Microsoft released Edge, their new and improved browser ... explained The current version of Edge was built on what's called a "Chromium" browser.
What is Microsoft Edge and how to use it
If you just purchased a new Windows computer and see Microsoft Edge is installed, you might be wondering if it’s worth ...
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How to customize Microsoft Edge Browser in Windows 11
This post discusses the Settings available in the new Microsoft Edge (Chromium) browser, which allows you to customize the Edge browser to suit your preferences. The new Microsoft Edge ...
Microsoft Edge’s Game Assist Feature Goes Out of Beta on Windows 11
Microsoft Edge Game Assist, which is now out of beta, brings a game-aware version of the browser that runs on top of PC games ...
I don't use Chrome, Firefox, or Arc on Android: Here's what I use instead
Firefox needs to step up and start being a competitive browser in terms of features and performance, and it shouldn't get a ...
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How to enable the new Download User Interface in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11/10
There is nothing tricky you need to do to enable Microsoft Edge’s new UI. No matter which builds (Stable, Canary, Beta, Dev) you use, you need to update the browser to receive any new updates.