Suspected pop-up alert confuses you
"How can I delete a scareware ad that says'Your Microsoft Computer has been Blocked'
Call 1-844-408-8340. It stays on my browser Edge when I open it. I can open a new window in Edge just fine. Please help."
Mind you, Microsoft alert won't offer any phone number to call. Thus, 1-844-408-8340 is not a genuine Windows phone number. Never take in or call the number for help!
Know more about 1-844-408-8340 pop-up
1-844-408-8340 pop-up is merely a malicious scam, which is often used by scammers to promote their paid support services and antivirus programs by scaring victims with fake security messages. Commonly, this scam pop-up is caused by an adware or a potentially unwanted program with malicious plug-ins, which can make modifications on your web browser settings causing homepage hijacking and redirection.