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What is websearch.fixsearch.info?

The websearch.fixsearch.info browser hijacker installs on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) together with free software downloaded from the Internet.

After successful infiltration, this adware modifies Internet browser settings including the homepage and default search engine domains, and furthermore, it installs several browser 'helper objects' that block attempts to roll back these changes. At time of research, this adware was 'bundled' with free programs and files available for download from free file sharing websites.

Developers of freeware promote the websearch.fixsearch.info browser hijacker by using a deceptive installer that tricks unsuspecting computer users into installing browser settings-modifying adware together with the free software.

What is FabulousDiscounts?

Developed by EXACT TARGET SOLUTIONS, S.L., the FabulousDiscounts rogue browser extension claims to help find the best deals, offers, and discounts available online. On initial inspection, this may appear a legitimate plug-in, however, be aware that FabulousDiscounts is categorized as a potentially unwanted application or adware. 

FabulousDiscounts adware employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional applications together with the chosen software) to install on computers, and therefore, most users install it inadvertently without their consent.

Following successful infiltration, this rogue browser add-on tracks users' Internet browsing activity by recording various software and hardware information including, for example, cookies, IP addresses, unique identifier numbers, operating systems, Internet browser types, and other similar details. This behavior may lead to serious privacy issues or identity theft.

What is Cinemax?

Created by Naruto Source, the Cinemax browser plug-in claims to enhance users' YouTube experience by turning 'lights off' (enabling users to adjust computer screen lights) when watching online videos.

While some computer users may find this functionality useful, the Cinemax add-on is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application since it infiltrates Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) using a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling'.

Computer users often install Cinemax inadvertently without their consent when downloading free software.

What are Information ads?

Information ads (advertising-support.com) appear when browsing the Internet and are caused by potentially unwanted applications. Furthermore, Information ads can be implemented by various software developers to monetize their free applications or browser plug-ins.

The developers of these browser plug-ins employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling', and therefore, most computer users install these browser add-ons inadvertently without their consent. After successful infiltration, these PUPs generate intrusive banner, interstitial, full-screen, and text link ads.

What is PicRec?

Created by Shefa Media Ltd, the PicRec app claims to automatically identify various objects within images and then to enable quick searches on those objects by clicking them. While this added functionality may seem legitimate, PicRec is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application.

The developers of this app employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling', and therefore, computer users often install this application inadvertently without their consent when downloading free software. After installation, PicRec tracks users' Internet surfing activity by recording demographic information, browser types, operating system types, and IP addresses.

What is Monkeytize?

Monkeytize ads are caused by potentially unwanted applications created by Shefa Media Ltd (and other companies). These apps cause unwanted ads that appear when browsing the Internet. Furthermore, Monkeytize ads can be implemented by various software developers to monetize their free applications or browser plug-ins.

The developers of this browser plug-in employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling', and therefore, most computer users install these browser add-ons inadvertently without their consent. After successful infiltration, these PUPs generate intrusive banner, interstitial, full-screen, and text link ads.

What is Cartwheel Shopping?

Cartwheel is a rogue browser plug-in claiming to save time and money by displaying special deals, discounts, and coupons available within online shopping stores as well as providing an opportunity for users to enter the Cartwheel lottery free of charge. This browser extension is compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome.

The developers of this rogue browser add-on employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' to install Cartwheel on Internet browsers without users' permission. Bundling allows developers to stealthily distribute their applications together with other software.

For this reason, users commonly infect their computers with Cartwheel when downloading free software from freeware download websites.

Although the functionality offered may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that Cartwheel is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that generates intrusive online advertisements immediately following successful infiltration.

What is Easy Deals?

Created by Adassistent, Easy Deals is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) claiming to save time and money by enabling coupons, comparison shopping, and displaying special deals/discounts available with online stores such as eBay, Walmart, Amazon, etc.

Although this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that Easy Deals is considered to be adware. These associations are made due to a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' employed by Easy Deals to install on Internet browsers.

Bundling is a way to stealthily distribute applications together with other software, and for this reason, most users inadvertently install this PUP when downloading free software from freeware download websites.

Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome, Easy Deals generates intrusive online advertisements and tracks users' Internet browsing activity.

What is websearch.flyandsearch.info?

The websearch.flyandsearch.info browser hijacker installs on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) together with free software downloaded from the Internet. After successful infiltration, this adware modifies Internet browser settings including the homepage and default search engine domains.

Furthermore, this adware installs several browser 'helper objects', which block attempts to roll back these changes. At time of research, this adware was 'bundled' with free programs and files available for download from free file sharing websites.

Developers of freeware promote the websearch.flyandsearch.info browser hijacker using a deceptive installer, which tricks unsuspecting computer users into installing browser settings-modifying adware together with the free software.

What is SelectNGo?

Created by Virtue Interactive Ltd, the SelectNGo (Select-N-Go) browser plug-in claims to make Internet browsing more productive by integrating quick sharing and search functions of highlighted text. While this added functionality may seem legitimate, SelectNGo is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application.

Developers of this add-on employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling', and therefore, computer users often install this plug-in inadvertently without their consent when downloading free software.