Can't launch since Microsoft Defender SmartScreen message states that Windows protected your PC
If you attempt to launch the app via a web browser and receive a SmartScreen pop-up message stating “Windows protected your PC”, use these steps to run the app:
Click More Info

Click Run Anyway

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