Leo didn't get his partitions merged. Instead, he got a blue screen of death and a ransom note demanding $500 in Bitcoin. Why this happens:
He ran the .exe file. A small window popped up with a progress bar. It looked professional. It even asked for administrator permissions. He clicked "Yes." ⚠️ The Reality: What Happens Next Leo didn't get his partitions merged
: A small piece of code began encrypting his most important files—photos, assignments, and tax returns—changing their extensions to .locked . A small window popped up with a progress bar
: Most paid tools have "Free" versions (like the official MiniTool Free Edition) or open-source alternatives like GParted . He clicked "Yes
He searched for a solution and found . It looked perfect, but the price tag didn't fit his "college student" budget. He did what millions do—he added a few dangerous words to his search: