I’m dealing with an unwanted, fake browser that has embedded itself in my Windows machine and keeps hijacking my default settings. There is no antivirus installed at the moment, so I need a clean-up plan that relies on portable or web-downloadable tools (for example, Malwarebytes, Windows Defender Offline, AdwCleaner, or any reputable removal utility you recommend). The job is urgent—I’d like the system back to normal as soon as possible. Once the rogue software is gone, please restore my default browser settings and confirm that no residual processes, registry entries, or scheduled tasks remain. Deliverables • Complete removal of the fake browser and any associated malware • Verification that all browser and system settings are back to their legitimate state • A brief outline of the steps and tools you used so I can keep the machine protected going forward I’ll stay available to run scans, reboot, or provide any logs you need during the process.