Monthly Archives: October 2015 - Page 12

Miul Downloads

Miul Downloads

Miul Downloads is obviously a download manager as its name suggests, but what its name does not tell you, we are here to share with you. According to our research team, this application does not itself pose a threat to your computer, but, unfortunately, it has a capability to download malware programs onto your machine. What’s more, most of the time you will not find Miul Downloads as a standalone program as it tends to come with malware infections on-board. These are rather suspicious traits that make this a potentially unwanted program (PUP). Installing this PUP onto your system might indirectly present you with dangerous third-party websites through the additional adware applications or browser hijackers. Understanding these potential risks can help you make the right decision and protect your computer. We believe that the best solution for you would be to delete Miul Downloads and every other program that can be associated with it or pose a threat. Read more »

ProtectSurf

ProtectSurf

ProtectSurf seems to be a really beneficial application at first sight. If you visit the official website of this program, you will notice immediately that it should help you to avoid unreliable websites. In other words, this program says that it will not allow you to visit them. If you have already installed ProtectSurf, you are not safe even if it promises to prevent malware from slithering onto your computer. In fact, this program itself might cause much more harm to your system than you think. Therefore, we suggest erasing it no matter it has entered your system without your permission or you have downloaded it yourself. Unfortunately, it seems that ProtectSurf cannot be removed via Control Panel but do not worry, we know what to do. Thus, read this article from beginning to end. Read more »

PConverter Toolbar

PConverter Toolbar

PConverter Toolbar is a potentially unwanted application that presents itself as a free file converter. The application says it supports 40 file types and can convert currencies, temperatures, volume, and length for free. However, there are some negative aspects of using this program. PConverter Toolbar is created by Mindspark Interactive Network, and this company is known for many suspicious programs. Moreover, all their products are exposed to security issues. The file converter will also act as a browser hijacker and try to replace your default homepage and search engine. It is possible that you may use the application as a useful tool, but you will surely increase the level of your online safety by removing this program. Read more »

Search.top-arama.com

Search.top-arama.com

Search.top-arama.com is a newly crafted browser hijacker that has been roaming the web lately. Our reports show that, unfortunately, quite a few users already have their PC infected with this invasive application. If you are one of those users, make sure to remove this hijacker without any hesitation since it holds no valuable features whatsoever. In fact, the intrusive application will ruin your online experience by making a few changes to your web browser’s default settings. Most users get their operating system infected with this malicious piece of software because they lack the necessary knowledge about virtual security; thus, our research team provides a few tips that will help you significantly reduce the risk of getting your PC infected with this or any other suspicious program. Make sure to read the rest of this article to learn how Search.top-arama.com works and why its removal is paramount. Below we provide a detailed removal guide that should be used immediately. Read more »

ShoppinGate

ShoppinGate

ShoppinGate is an adware application, and it tries to make easy money for its creators by redirecting you to affiliated websites. The redirection takes place as you click pop-up ads generated by this program. You get nothing in return, and there is also a possibility that ShoppinGate will redirect you to unfamiliar websites that are not as safe as you may think. Read more »

Poposhidu

Poposhidu is a generic adware application that gets installed by chance on multiple computers worldwide. Users are not aware of the fact they are setting up this application on their computers. Although the program needs your permission to enter, it is not conspicuous enough to be noticed at once. This also means that when you get down to removing Poposhidu, you should look for more unwanted programs because you are bound to have tons. Read more »

ZipperPro

ZipperPro

ZipperPro is a file compression tool that you should refrain from using. This program says it can produce an impressive compression ratio and support many file formats, including the most popular ones. However, even if the program may work properly, its usage has many disadvantages that you should know. First of all, we consider it to be a potentially unwanted application because the majority of users have no clue how ZipperPro has sneaked onto their computers. Read more »

AdPunisher

AdPunisher is an ad-displaying program that is categorized as adware. Our researchers at Anti-spyware-101.com recommend that you remove this program from your device as soon as possible. This program’s main objective is to flood your computer’s screen with undesirable and potentially dangerous promotions. AdPunisher’s ads are truly annoying and they will constantly get in the way and obstruct your browsing session. Read more »

GameTrekkers Toolbar

GameTrekkers Toolbar

If you like multiplayer online games, you might have come across GameTrekkers Toolbar, but it is more likely that you installed it unknowingly as a part of a freeware bundle. The presence of this bad toolbar is quite obvious as it changes your home page and search engine settings, not to mention the annoying toolbar it displays in your browsers. If this toolbar appears in your browsers and it comes as a surprise, chances are there are more threats for you to worry about. Read more »

SonicSearch

SonicSearch

SonicSearch claims to be the “best free search app” that is also “100% virus free,” but our researchers at anti-spyware-101.com beg to differ. According to our malware specialists, both of these statements are false. This is, unfortunately, a useless ad-supported program that may only annoy you with third-party advertisements instead of being of use to you. But the distraction these ads may cause is one thing; much worse is the fact that they might redirect you to unreliable websites. Read more »