This article focuses on the potential risks and protective measures of fake Windows 11 downloader or installer. Since the official release of Windows 11 on October 5, 2021, although many users have reported system bugs, errors or problems, it has not prevented its popularity. More and more users choose to upgrade or install Windows 11 from Windows 10.

However, there is a problem in the process of downloading Windows 11: Many users will encounter a fake Windows 11 downloader or installer when trying to install Win 11 completely.

Threats posed by fake Windows 11 downloader/installer

With the popularity of Windows 11, more and more users have turned to the latest systems, and some users have chosen to install them completely. But when they download and install ISO or installation packages online, they may encounter fake Windows 11 download websites, pages, buttons or links.

Clicking the forged Windows 11 installer will not only cause the Windows 11 download to fail, but will also bring viruses, malware, spyware, adware, Trojan horses, ransomware, etc. to the computer, causing serious security risks.

For example, Kaspersky once discovered a fake Windows 11 installer that started a program similar to the Windows Installation Wizard using a file named 86307_windows 11 build 21996.1 x64 activater.exe (1.75GB). It downloads and runs a second executable with the license agreement. If you agree to the agreement, it will download the malware to your computer.

How to identify the authenticity of Windows 11 installer?

Although the following methods are not completely accurate, they can help you make a judgment:

• The website induces you to download by emphasizing the benefits of convenience and fast download speed.
• Web pages are filled with advertisements, pop-ups, banners, etc.
• The link will redirect you to another website or require you to make further clicks.
• A website with low credibility you've never heard of.
• Domain permissions and low ranking websites.
• Exe file opened in a non-Windows installation window.

How to avoid the infringement of fake Windows 11 installer/download?

If you have been plagued by malicious programs or services by using fake system downloads, you need to rely on Windows 11 firewalls or antivirus software (such as Kaspersky, Avast, Bitdefender, Malwarebytes, McAfee, etc.) to help you clear them.

Additionally, if you have access to personal files, move them to other security devices (such as external hard drives) or create backups using professional security backup software such as MiniTool ShadowMaker.

How to avoid the attack of fake Windows 11 downloader?

If you have not been affected by a fake Windows 11 installer or downloader and are planning to download Win11 installation files, read the following suggestions to prevent virus or malware attacks:

1. Download Windows 11 from Microsoft's official website

The most direct way to avoid Windows 11 fake downloads is to download them from the official Microsoft website. This is the preferred method for most users. Here is the official page entrance from which you can download Windows 11:

[Real Windows 11 download link] (The official Microsoft download link should be inserted here)

2. Get Windows 11 from a trusted seller

If you trust certain Microsoft partners or Windows 11 resellers, you can get the system from them. For example, you can purchase Windows 11 installation DVD/CD from Amazon.

3. Upgrade from current Windows 10

If you are currently using genuine Windows 10 and your computer meets the minimum system requirements of Windows 11, you can choose to upgrade to Windows 11 directly for free.

4. Purchase a new computer with Windows 11 preinstalled

If your old computer is considered a computer that does not support Windows 11, you can still access Windows 11 by purchasing a new device preinstalled by the manufacturer. In this way, you can not only get a new operating system, but also new hardware, which will give you a better experience.

5. Restore from genuine Windows 11 image/backup

Finally, there is another way to get you Windows 11, but that takes some effort. If you have another computer that has successfully upgraded to or running Windows 11 (probably your friend's computer), you can use MiniTool ShadowMaker to create a Windows 11 backup on that computer and then use MiniTool ShadowMaker to restore the backup image to the target computer.

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