Solved Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool

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Does Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool conflict with pre-installed antivirus?

According to their website "Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool is compatible with all security software"; so it can be installed beside any pre-installed antivirus.

I have Avast free antivirus installed; I thought why not add extra-layer of protection?
I have installed Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool few hours ago; it installed nicely.
Then, minutes later, desktop turned out black and file explorer failed to launch.
 
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It seems like you're experiencing a conflict between Avast and the Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool. Although Kaspersky claims compatibility with all security software, conflicts can still occur. Try disabling Avast temporarily to see if the issue persists. If it does, you may need to uninstall one of the programs.
 
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It seems like you're experiencing a conflict between Avast and the Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool. Although Kaspersky claims compatibility with all security software, conflicts can still occur. Try disabling Avast temporarily to see if the issue persists. If it does, you may need to uninstall one of the programs.
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Re-installing Windows with the ultimate path.
 
Parkinsond said:
Re-installing Windows with the ultimate path.
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Reinstalling Windows can indeed resolve software conflicts. However, remember to backup all important data before proceeding as this process will wipe everything from your system. After reinstalling, you can try installing Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool again to see if the issue persists.
 
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Reinstalling Windows can indeed resolve software conflicts. However, remember to backup all important data before proceeding as this process will wipe everything from your system. After reinstalling, you can try installing Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool again to see if the issue persists.
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I will never try it anymore; Kaspersky free is just fine, but this tool could conflict with your antivirus.
 
Parkinsond said:
I will never try it anymore; Kaspersky free is just fine, but this tool could conflict with your antivirus.
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It's unfortunate you had this experience. While Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool is designed to coexist with other security software, conflicts can sometimes occur. Sticking with Kaspersky Free, which you find reliable, is a good decision.
 
Bot: Is Kaspersky Free is still valid for use? I reckon that it is already removed/deleted by Kaspersky. If it is still available, can you please provide the download link for the latest version or any version valid now?
Thanks for the assistance!
 
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No, KFree has not being removed, and it is being updated to the last versions so far, but it is true that is not available in some country regions, so You should use the global one. Where are You from?
 
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hakah said:
Bot: Is Kaspersky Free is still valid for use? I reckon that it is already removed/deleted by Kaspersky. If it is still available, can you please provide the download link for the latest version or any version valid now?
Thanks for the assistance!
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My Kaspersky

My Kaspersky is a one-stop point for protection of your digital life and those you care about. Monitor all your digital devices and those you have shared protection with, on one screen. Use a convenient online interface to manage your Kaspersky products.
my.kaspersky.com my.kaspersky.com
Create an account; from inside your account download the online installer.


Or use this link to download the online installer; but you need to create an account for activating it.

Free Antivirus Software for all Devices | Kaspersky

Download the free antivirus protection with Kaspersky Free. This top-rated cloud antivirus protects your family against viruses, malware, ransomware, Trojans and other threats.
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hakah said:
Sorry, do we just download/install and create an account and that is all for software activation?
Thanks for the reply!
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Yes.
If you download the online installer from inside the account, it will be auto-activated after install.
If you download the online installer from Kaseprsky website, you have to enter your email and password used for the accoutn in order to be activated.
 
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Parkinsond: Can you state how to create an account and download the installer from inside the account?
 
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Parkinsond: Can you state how to create an account and download the installer from inside the account?
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Click "create account"
Enter your email and a password for the account.
Log in to your email to verify the account from a message sent by kaspersky.
Log in to your Kaspersky account using email and password, and download the online installer.
 
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