Microsoft Defender, which is built into Windows, can do this too. (Microsoft changed the name from Windows Defender several years ago, but it’s the same program.) Some antivirus suites also run ...

All programs in Windows can be launched by name from the Run command line. You can run an .EXE, .COM, .BAT or .CMD program by entering its full name and path, or Browse the folder hierarchy to ...

No matter whether it is a third-party app or an in-built utility, they can block you from opening the app on your PC. Therefore, you can install an adware removal tool and antivirus and scan your PC.