Do ransomware creators genuinely possess decryption keys to release affected computers after payment?

What methods do ransomware attackers use to infect Windows computers?

Can a ransomware attack on one profile of a Windows PC spread to other local profiles or encrypt files on Google Drive accounts that were not open?

Why is ransomware becoming a preferred tool for cybercriminals, and what makes it so popular?

Have you ever encountered ransomware, and if so, how did you recover your data?

How could ransomware be introduced to and executed on a server?

What can be done to remove a ransomware variant like Cerber README.hta from an infected computer?

Has anyone here experienced a ransomware attack? What lessons were learned from dealing with it?

How does scareware differ from ransomware in terms of behavior and impact?

How do ransomware attacks typically infect computers? Are there common mistakes users make that lead to infection?