Can a ransomware-locked PC be fixed by simply removing the infected hard drive?
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Can a ransomware-locked PC be fixed by simply removing the infected hard drive?
Simply removing the infected hard drive from a ransomware-locked PC will not fix the issue. Ransomware typically encrypts files on the system’s storage device, and removing the infected hard drive would not decrypt those files or remove the ransomware software itself. To address a ransomware infection, it is advisable to engage professional help or use specialized tools designed to remove ransomware and potentially recover encrypted files.