Microsoft responds to LG monitors installing McAfee ads on Windows
Microsoft has intervened after reports emerged of LG monitors automatically installing McAfee ads and bloatware on Windows 11 PCs.
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The brief
LG monitors have reportedly been installing unwanted McAfee advertisements and bloatware on computers running Windows 11. Following a response from Microsoft, LG is expected to remove these monitor pop-ups.
Coverage from PCMag, TechRadar, Ars Technica, and Neowin emphasizes the role of Microsoft in addressing the issue. A senior official cited by Neowin described the move as a major step against Windows 11 bloatware.
According to TechRadar, there is an apparent fix for the issue. Future developments center on the removal of the unwanted pop-ups by LG.
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Quick answers
What software was being installed on Windows 11 PCs?
Reports indicate that LG monitors were installing McAfee ads and bloatware.
How did Microsoft respond to the situation?
Microsoft responded to the installations, leading LG to move toward removing the unwanted pop-ups.
Is there a way to stop the bloatware?
TechRadar reports that there is an apparent fix for the problem.
Coverage (4)
- LG to Remove Unwanted Monitor Pop-Ups, Following Nudge From Microsoft PCMag · 2h ago
- Senior official confirms Microsoft just took a major step against Windows 11 bloatware Neowin · 2h ago
- LG monitors are reportedly automatically installing bloatware on Windows 11 PCs, but there's an apparent fix TechRadar · 2h ago
- Microsoft responds to LG monitors installing McAfee ads on Windows Ars Technica · 2h ago
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