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PC Cleaner Pro

Posted by on November 24, 2014 1 comment
PC Cleaner Pro

PC Cleaner Pro is a potentially unwanted program that is promoted as a system optimization tool. It comes with an official homepage and other components that supposedly allow users to protect your computers from harm. Unfortunately, PC Cleaner Pro is not trustworthy. It is very likely that this application displays fake errors in order to push users into spending their money for nothing. If you want to avoid being ripped off, you should remove PC Cleaner Pro right now. There is no need to keep using a program that only tries to push you into giving away your money. Read more »

TrueDownloader

Posted by on November 24, 2014 No comments
TrueDownloader

TrueDownloader is a potentially unwanted program that you may accidentally download while browsing the Internet. We understand that this application does not look malicious, but even if TrueDownloader is not a direct computer infection, you should be careful about utilizing this program. On top of that, TrueDownloader may also arrive bundled with freeware, so if you had no intention of keeping this program on your computer, you should terminate it immediately. Scroll down to the bottom of this description for manual TrueDownloader removal instructions, and make sure you get rid of the application completely. Read more »

App Lid

Posted by on November 24, 2014 No comments

App Lid is a browser add-on that you can find on your Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox after installing a completely different software program. App Lid is distributed alongside various free programs, and, if you pay little or no attention to the pages of the installation wizard, you may miss the information concerning the installation of App Lid. App Lid displays various third-party advertisements and hence is categorized as adware. We encourage you to remove App Lid from your computer in order to prevent data loss and other consequences that may follow your interaction with suspect third-party advertisements. Read more »

EliteUnzip Toolbar

Posted by on November 24, 2014 No comments
EliteUnzip Toolbar

EliteUnzip Toolbar is supposed to help you perform easy file compressions. The application has been installed by thousands of Chrome, Internet Explorer, and Firefox users; however, not all of them are happy with the services provided. If you install the toolbar, you will give it permission to access and modify your browsing history and your browsing activity. This is quite intrusive, and so it is no surprise that many users choose to remove EliteUnzip Toolbar from their web browsers. Read more »

Allstar AdBlocker

Posted by on November 21, 2014 No comments
Allstar AdBlocker

Allstar AdBlocker is an adware application that enters your computer together with freeware programs. You probably installed this program onto your computer willingly, but you just didn’t understand the implications of having Allstar AdBlocker on your system. This program promises to block annoying pop-up ads that do not allow you to watch various videos online properly. However, Allstar AdBlocker also displays its OWN advertisements that could be exploited by malevolent third parties to promote unreliable content. It is clear that you must remove Allstar AdBlocker from your computer otherwise in the long run you will be exposed to potential threats. Read more »

Breaking News Alert

Posted by on November 21, 2014 No comments
Breaking News Alert

If you are interested in the latest news, you may be interested in Breaking News Alert. The program published by Mathematical Applications offers a news feed that is presented via a pop-up box that can be enabled and disabled using the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Alt+Z. Users can download the application from the official website trackbreakingnews.com, or they can acquire it hidden within software bundles. It is unlikely that the application will be installed onto your operating system against your will; however, it certainly could be installed as an additional offer. In fact, you may have to remove Breaking News Alert-related undesirable software even if you install the application from the official website. It is impossible to say which programs will be offered for installation, and which of these programs will require removal. However, you can expect these programs to be offered. Here is an excerpt from trackbreakingnews.com. Read more »

Zorton Win XP Antivirus 2014

Posted by on November 20, 2014 No comments

Zorton Win XP Antivirus 2014 is a deceptive computer program that looks like an anti-virus program and attempts to make you think that the operating system is infected. The major goal of the infection is to make you purchase its full version, which you should not do because Zorton Win XP Antivirus 2014 is a scam. Zorton Win XP Antivirus 2014 cannot identify any malicious infections, an all those entries in the scan result window are simulated. This scare tactic is used by all rogue anti-virus programs, and usually it is difficult to tell when you are dealing with a rogue anti-virus program. We urge you to remove Zorton Win XP Antivirus 2014, and, if you are ready to implement a powerful malware and spyware removal tool, jump to the last section to learn how to do it safely. Read more »

ShopAtHome

Posted by on November 20, 2014 No comments
ShopAtHome

ShopAtHome is a browser plugin that is compatible with such popular web browsers as Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome. The application promotes the services presented at shopathome.com; however, this website does not offer an installer. According to our Anti-Spyware-101.com malware researchers, users may be offered to install ShopAtHome extensions when installing different applications. We believe that in most cases you will be able to refuse the installer of the suspicious program, which is why most users who install the program do not identify it as malicious. Nonetheless, there is a reason why you should remove ShopAtHome from your operating system. In fact, you may have to delete the program for security purposes. Read more »

Zorton Win 7 Protection 2014

Posted by on November 20, 2014 No comments

Zorton Win 7 Protection 2014 is deceptive software program aimed at obtaining your money. The infection is installed without the user’s permission when browsing unsecured websites, such as adult-themed websites and freeware distribution websites. Once installed, the Zorton Win 7 Protection 2014 malware blocks executable files and shows a fake scanner, which should be disregarded because it is displayed to make you think that the system is infected. All those Trojan horses, rootkits, and other infections listed by Zorton Win 7 Protection 2014 are not present on the computer, so there is no need for you to waste money on the fake full version of this counterfeit security program. Zorton Win 7 Protection 2014 should be removed from the computer immediately, so take action right now. Read more »

Zorton Win 8 Antivirus 2014

Posted by on November 19, 2014 No comments

Zorton Win 8 Antivirus 2014 is not a genuine program. It will not scan your operating system and will not list real infections that require removal. The application will not guard your operating system against the attacks of cyber criminals either. This may be surprising if you think that Zorton Win 8 Antivirus 2014 is a legitimate security tool. The truth is that this supposedly reliable program is just another fictitious antivirus that has been created by cyber criminals. We can guarantee that it is absolutely necessary to remove Zorton Win 8 Antivirus 2014 from your operating system. Those computer users who do not delete the threat will be exposed to the risk of virtual identity theft, as well as monetary loss. Overall, the rogue has been created to get your money, and it will employ various tricks to succeed. Read more »