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SpeedChecker removal instructions
What is SpeedChecker?
Developed by Virtue Interactive Ltd, SpeedChecker is a rogue application claiming to enable users to monitor their Internet speed. While this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that SpeedChecker is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUP). These associations are made due to a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' employed by SpeedChecker to install on Internet browsers without users' consent. Bundling allows developers to stealthily distribute their applications together with other software, and therefore, most users inadvertently install SpeedChecker during download of free software from freeware download websites. Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome, SpeedChecker generates numerous intrusive online advertisements including banner, pop-up/under, in-text, and display ads. There is a high probability that clicking these advertisements will cause high-risk adware or malware infections.
Klip Pal removal instructions
What is Klip Pal?
Created by SuperWeb LLC, the Klip Pal browser add-on is compatible with Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, and Mozilla Firefox. This extension claims to save time and money by allowing price comparison and related topic searches. Note that many computer users refer to this browser plug-in as adware or a virus since it is an intrusive browser add-on that installs on Internet browsers with free software downloaded from the Internet. Furthermore, it employs a wide range of unwanted ads supposedly to make the add-on free of charge.
Browser Guard removal instructions
What is Browser Guard?
Developed by a company named Intriguing Apps, Browser Guard is a rogue browser extension claiming to protect user-browsing by preventing malware and spyware infections. Although this may seem a legitimate and useful browser plug-in, be aware that Browser Guard is categorized as a potentially unwanted application or adware since it employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional applications together with the chosen software) to install on Internet browsers without users' permission. Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, Browser Guard generates numerous intrusive online advertisements such as banner, coupon, interstitial, pop-up, targeted video ads, and offers to download other rogue browser extensions considered to be adware. There is a high probability that clicking advertisements generated by this potentially unwanted program (PUP) will lead to high-risk adware or malware infections.
Web Protect virus removal instructions
What is Web Protect?
Created by Objectify Media, Inc., the Web Protect program promises to protect users' Internet browsing activity by delivering notifications regarding malicious or phishing websites. The Web Protect application is compatible with Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. While such functionality may seem legitimate, computer users should be aware that this program is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application. Developers of this program use a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling', and therefore, most computer users install it inadvertently without their consent.
Vista Protection 2014 removal instructions
What is Vista Protection 2014?
Vista Protection 2014 is a fake antivirus program that originates from a family of rogue applications called Braviax/FakeRean. This fake software targets PCs running the Windows Vista operating system and infiltrates systems via detected security vulnerabilities. After infection, Vista Protection 2014 blocks execution of any software installed and disables the Task Manager. Furthermore, the rogue program modifies operating system registry files and configures itself to automatically start on each system start-up. In fact, Vista Protection 2014 is merely an imitation of a genuine antivirus program - it holds no virus definition database nor any features found in legitimate computer protection suites.
SpeedCheck removal instructions
What is SpeedCheck?
Created by Virtue Interactive Ltd, SpeedCheck is a rogue application that claims to install a desktop widget allowing users to observe their Internet speed. On initial inspection, this functionality might seem legitimate and useful, however, be aware that SpeedCheck is considered to be adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUP). These associations are made due to a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' employed by SpeedCheck to install on Internet browsers without users' permission. Bundling is a way to stealthily distribute applications together with other software, and therefore, most users inadvertently install SpeedCheck during download of free software from freeware download websites. After successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, SpeedCheck generates numerous intrusive online advertisements including pop-up, pop-under, in-text, banner, and display ads. Clicking these advertisements is likely to cause high-risk adware or malware infections.
GoSavenow removal instructions
What is GoSavenow?
GoSavenow is a rogue browser plug-in claiming to save time and money by enabling comparison shopping, coupons, and displaying special deals/discounts available on shopping stores. While this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that GoSavenow is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The developers of this rogue browser extension employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs together with the chosen software) to install GoSavenow on browsers without users' consent. Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome, GoSavenow generates various intrusive online advertisements such as coupon, in-text, search, and interstitial ads. There is a high probability that clicking these advertisements will cause high-risk adware or malware infections.
Vista Antivirus 2014 removal instructions
What is Vista Antivirus 2014?
Vista Antivirus 2014 is fake antivirus software originating from a family of rogues called Braviax/FakeRean. This bogus program targets the Windows Vista operating system and infiltrates computers using detected security vulnerabilities. Following infection, this fake security scanner blocks execution of all installed software, disables the Task Manager, modifies the operating system registry files, and configures itself to start automatically on each system start-up. Vista Antivirus 2014 is merely an imitation of a legitimate antivirus program - this rogue software holds no virus definition database or any other features found in legitimate antivirus software.
LookThisUp removal instructions
What is LookThisUp?
Developed by Sea Bug LLC, LookThisUp is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) claiming to enhance users' Internet browsing experience by providing an advanced search feature. While this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that LookThisUp is considered to be adware. These associations are made due to a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional applications together with the chosen software) employed by LookThisUp to install on browsers without users' consent. Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, LookThisUp generates numerous intrusive online advertisements that include search, banner, in-text, and pop-up ads. There is a high probability that clicking these advertisements will lead to high-risk adware or malware infections.
XP Antivirus 2014 removal instructions
What is XP Antivirus 2014?
XP Antivirus 2014 is a fake security scanner originating from a family of fake antivirus programs called Braviax/FakeRean. Cyber criminals responsible for releasing this scam hope that computer users will fall for the trickery displayed by this fake software and purchase the license key. When XP Antivirus 2014 infiltrates PCs via detected security vulnerabilities, it imitates the behavior of a legitimate antivirus program and then generates a large list of supposedly-detected malware and viruses. Do not trust this detection list - it is a scam. None of the security infections indicated by XP Antivirus 2014 actually exist on your computer.
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