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What is search-quick.com?

The developers of this browser hijacking application use a deceptive free software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs with the chosen software) to infiltrate Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox).

Following successful infiltration, the default search engine, homepage, and new tab URL browser settings are assigned to search-quick.com. This browser hijacker installs with other apps called 'helper objects', which prevent users from reverting these changes.

Many users express little caution when downloading free software from freeware download websites, and consequently, install additional programs inadvertently.

What is search.dashingpool.com?

Search.dashingpool.com is presented as a legitimate Internet search website. Initially, this site may seem legitimate, however, it is promoted using deceptive software 'installers' designed to modify web browser settings without users' permission. Furthermore, search.dashingpool.com collects various information relating to browsing activity.

What is Buddy ransomware?

Buddy is a ransomware infection that stealthily infiltrates systems via malicious email attachments, fake software updates, and infectious files shared on P2P networks (for example, torrents).

After system infiltration, Buddy encrypts most files stored on the victims' computers and then displays a message encouraging users to pay a ransom, otherwise the files will remain encrypted forever.

What is ooxxsearch.com?

ooxxsearch.com claims to be a legitimate Internet search engine and gives the impression of a reputable website. Therefore, some users may believe that it is useful, however, ooxxsearch.com is promoted using deceptive software 'installers' that stealthily modify web browser settings. In addition, ooxxsearch.com gathers various browsing-related data.

What is search.yourpackagesnow.com?

Your Packages Now is a dubious app that supposedly allows users to track DHL, UPS, and other package delivery statuses. This functionality might seem useful, however, Your Packages Now tracks Internet browsing activity, generates intrusive ads, and diminishes the Internet browsing experience.

Furthermore, Your Packages Now often infiltrates systems without users’ permission. For these reasons, this app is categorized as a potentially unwanted browser-hijacking program (PUP).

What is search.searchradioa.com?

The developers (SaferBrowser) present Radio Anytime as a legitimate application allowing users to listen to various online radio stations. Initially, this application might appear useful, however, Radio Anytime usually installs without users' permission.

In addition, this application gathers information relating to Internet browsing activity, generates intrusive online advertisements, and causes unwanted browser redirects. For these reasons, Radio Anytime is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

What is search.mydrivingdirectionsxp.com?

My Driving Directions XP is presented as an application that provides access to various maps. Some users may believe that this app is legitimate and useful, however, My Driving Directions XP is classed as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

This application often infiltrates systems without users’ consent. In addition, My Driving Directions XP tracks Internet browsing activity, generates intrusive online advertisements, and stealthily modifies Internet browser settings.

What is search2000s.com?

Search2000s.com is a deceptive website identical to newsearch123.com, didisearch.com, webpageing.com, and a number of other sites. 

The site is presented as a legitimate Internet search engine, however, it is promoted using dubious software 'installers' designed to stealthily modify Internet browser settings. In addition, search2000s.com gathers various information relating to Internet browsing activity.

What is Today’s Best Online Deals?

Today’s Best Online Deals (VISADD) is an advertising platform used by many dubious websites, which promote potentially unwanted programs (PUPs), questionable medicinal products, dating services, etc. This platform is implemented by various browser extension developers in order to monetize their free plug-ins.

This is not a stand-alone program, and therefore, users who observe Today’s Best Online Deals advertisements when browsing the Internet should check any recently-installed browser add-ons - they are likely to be the cause of these intrusive ads.

Note these ads alone are not categorized as viruses or malware, however, clicking them can cause serious privacy and computer security issues.

What is search.easyradioaccess.com?

According to the developers (SaferBrowser), Easy Radio Access provides quick access to various radio stations and Internet search functionality.

The appearance of this app might trick some users into believing that Easy Radio Access is legitimate, however, it is categorized as a potentially unwanted browser-hijacking program (PUP). After stealth system infiltration, Easy Radio Access modifies Internet browser settings, monitors browsing activity, and generates intrusive online advertisements.