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Should you pay if you get ransomwared?   The usual answer is no for so many reasons.  There is now a website that may be able to help you.  https://www.nomoreransom.org/en/index.html

Patch and update your software

To prevent ransomware attacks, make sure that all systems and software are updated. Computers running with an outdated software are more prone to an attack. An updated software can significantly lessen the possibility of ransomware causing any damage to your data. Most vendors regularly release security updates and patches. It would be best if you can enable automatic updates for your software to further ensure that that your software will always be up-to-date.

Don't click unfamiliar links and emails

Another way on how to prevent Ransomware attacks is to be vigilant about clicking unfamiliar links and emails. Spam email campaigns are one of the most common infection methods attackers use. These emails contain malicious links or attachments that can download the ransomware to your computer. Take note to always think twice before clicking so you can keep infected links and other malicious sources away from your computer and important data.

Backup your files

Last but definitely not the least, make sure that you regularly backup your files (especially the most important ones). Regularly backing up your files is your best remedy when ransomware has infected your computer. Store a copy of your data in the cloud (Google Drive, Dropbox) or in a portable HDD. This method might not keep ransomware attacks away from your computer but it will definitely make the damage significantly less as you don't need to deal with the attacker anymore to regain access of your encrypted content.
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Being one of the most dangerous and widely spread malware in the planet, ransomware undeniably brought extortion into a global scale. With this malware threat, you must exert extensive precautions on how to prevent ransomware attacks to avoid data loss and any malware-related infection. You can even try searching for a reputable scanning software which can identify unknown and malicious files on your network that can keep you one step ahead in preventing ransomware attacks. Never let any malicious file continue to reside in your computer to prevent ransomware attacks from hitting you and obstruct dealing with cyberthieves that can potentially cause you to lose a lot of money.

In a new or existing GPO:
1. On Computer configuration, choose Policies, choose Security Settings, choose Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.
2. On Windows Firewall with Advance Settings, choose Inbound Rules, right click and choose New Rule
3. On Rule Type, select Predefined and choose Network Discovery, choose Next
4. Choose only the following rules:
a. Network Discovery (LLMNR-UDP-In)
b. Network Discovery (NP-Name-In)
c. Network Discovery (Pub-WSD-In)
d. Network Discovery (SSDP-In)
5. On Action choose Block the connection
6. Press Finish
7. On Inbound Rules, right click and choose New Rule, select Next
8. Choose only the following Rule:
a. Network Discovery (NB-Datagram-In)
9. On Action choose Allow the connection
10. Press Finish
11. On Windows Firewall with Advance Settings, choose Outbound Rules, right click and choose New Rule
12. On Rule Type, select Predefined and choose Network Discovery, choose Next
13. Choose only the following rules:
a. Network Discovery (LLMNR-UDP Out)
b. Network Discovery (NB-Name Out)
c. Network Discovery (Pub-WSD Out)
d. Network Discovery (SSDP Out)
14. On Action choose Block the connection
15. Press Finish
16. On Outbound Rules, right click and choose New Rule, select Next
17. Choose only the following Rule:
a. Network Discovery (NB-Datagram Out
18. On Action choose Allow the connection
19. Press Finish
20. On Computer configuration, choose Policies, choose Security Settings, choose System Services
21. Choose Computer Browser Service
22. Select Define this policy setting
23. Choose Disabled, choose Apply and Ok.
24. Repeat steps (21-23) for the following services:
a. SSDP Discovery
b. UPnP Device Host
c. Function Discovery Resource Publication
d. Function Discovery Provider host
e. Link-Layer Topology Discovery Mapper
After configuring the GPO, link this GPO to our target OU, and we can run gpupdate/force to immediately update group policy.

There are several reasons why you are experiencing this concern. This could be because of some corrupted file or data on the system that causes you some issues. Let us help you isolate the main issue by performing the steps below:


Step 1: Clean boot. 
 
It will start Windows by using a minimal set of drivers and start up programs. It will also eliminate software conflicts that could occur when you install a program, or an update, or when you run a program in Windows. 
 
Note:  After clean boot troubleshooting steps, refer to the section "How to reset the computer to start as usual after troubleshooting with clean boot" in the provided link to return your computer to Normal startup mode.


Step 2: Reset Windows Update Components.


These are services that Windows Update needs to make sure it's working effectively.


Step 3: Perform corruption fix tools.


Using Command Prompt running as Administrator, you can perform these commands that can fix issues on your system itself:
CHKDSK /R 
SFC /SCANNOW
DISM /ONLINE /CLEANUP-IMAGE /RESTOREHEALTH  ​

Run a macro containing the following code:
Application.Options.DefaultFilePath(wdWorkgroupTemplatesPath) = ""
You only need to do it once.

 This is for the more technically inclined person. 

​Clients that have been in the news and would like to save the video can use this method to save the video to their computer and perhaps republish to their Youtube account.

​Try to follow the instructions from this website.  Remember, copy the youtube-dl.exe to your C:\Windows folder to begin.
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n-o-d-e.net/post/140340459050/how-to-download-videosaudio-from-almost-any-site 

and here

github.com/rg3/youtube-dl#installation
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