When files are missing or renamed, it clearly indicates that they have been altered, which often points to unauthorized access or the activity of malware. Monitoring for such changes is crucial to maintaining the integrity of the operating system and personal data.
While other symptoms like updates not being applied on time can signal different issues, they do not specifically address file alterations, which are vital indicators of security concerns.
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