Run DLL error - Playtopus Updater.dll

I have a G780 laptop and since a few days ago have had a RUN.DLL pop up box advising that an Updater.dll file cannot be found.
The box mention PLAYTO 1 which, I have read from other posts is a known problem involving the Playtopus program, which I had downloaded and uninstalled. Following this, the problem has started.
I have tried running the scan that replaces corrupted files, but this has had no effect.
I have read the post "Run.dll error", updated 16 July by solid cruver, and my problem is identical, although as I said, I could not resolve it as the Playtopus program has already been removed.
Any help appreciated

Resolved by removing playtopus in Task Scheduler.

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