I think WD is fine but there are infinite threads all over the internet arguing about it when that effort could be used to create an automated, low hassle backup routine. System images work great but even OneDrive + Soft Reset/Recovery is a viable solution for today's home users - and on systems...
That’s not what they’re asking.
OP, have you made any changes to the Zone security in Internet Options lately? Making it more strict can cause this — which might be why you weren’t required to “unblock” the downloads under more relaxed (default?) settings.