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generic search
About this tag
The tag 'generic search' on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about default or standard search behavior in Windows, particularly when a web service used to find programs changes unexpectedly. In one thread, a user reports that their Windows web service for locating programs now redirects to a pay-for-service site instead of performing a generic search. The discussion focuses on whether this change is normal, how to revert to the generic search setting, and troubleshooting steps such as disabling the service or scanning for malware. The content is relevant to Windows 7 users experiencing similar issues with web service configurations.
Changes in Web service
Recently my web service changed for "Use the Web service to find the correct program."
It directs me to Link Removed which features a pay program named File Cure.
My question(s) are: Is this normal? Can I change it back to its generic search? If so, how.
I know I...
bing
dell
file association
file cure
file types
genericsearch
luac files
malware
mcafee
popup
program access
software changes
system restore
system settings
tech support
troubleshooting
user query
virus scan
web services
windows 7