Speedyapp

Posted by on January 7, 2015 No comments
Speedyapp

Speedyapp should help you check your Internet speed; however, this is not the only feature of the PUP (potentially unwanted program). Even though the speed-checking service of the suspicious application is questionable, and we do not recommend trusting it blindly, we want to direct your attention to the program’s ability to display advertisements. Our Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers want to warn you that the advertisements presented via the suspicious Speedyapp cannot be trusted. Needless to say, if you cannot trust an application, you should delete it without any hesitation. Only if you remove Speedyapp, will the suspicious ads stop showing up. Do you want to learn more about these ads and why they are identified as dangerous? Continue reading, and the reasons for the removal will become very clear. Read more »

BrowzBi

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BrowzBi

BrowzBi is a browser add-on owned by SuperWeb LLC, which is notorious for many identical programs aimed at enhancing a user’s online experience. The vast majority of SuperWeb programs are promoted on separate websites; however, not all of those websites are the sources of the programs advertised. Very often SuperWeb programs are distributed alongside freeware programs, and BrowzBi is no exception. The BrowzBi program has its official website browzbi.biz but is bundled with other free programs. Read more »

System Maintenance Service

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System Maintenance Service

System Maintenance Service is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that is installed alongside freeware. It has been found that System Maintenance Service is bundled with another potentially unwanted program called Free Coins, or Free Coins Desktop App 1.29.0. This program is also referred to as C Derive DeskTop App and is aimed at computer users who love playing computer games. The program shows daily promotions and free “coins” that can be exchanged for various online games on different social platforms. The program is free of charge, so it is not surprising if you are some third-party advertisements. If you have already encountered some questionable advertisements, such as web banners and pop-ups, ignore them and remove the program responsible for the display. Read more »

4HD

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4HD

4HD is an adware application that is supposed to “enhance your online Vide0 experience" -- at least this is what the program’s main website claims. However, we assure you that the application cannot and does not live up to its promises because it was not built for that. 4HD has been created to promote third-party content and generate income for its developers. Computer users are strongly advised to remove 4HD from their computers, especially if they did not install this program on their own. You have to eliminate all potential security threats. Read more »

Buyunlockcode Virus

Posted by on January 7, 2015 No comments
Buyunlockcode Virus

Buyunlockcode Virus is a ransomware infection that demands payment for file decryption. It is a dangerous program that is hard to remove, and the infection consequences might be devastating. While you might be able to remove files related to Buyunlockcode Virus from your computer, security applications cannot decrypt the files affected by this infection. Therefore, if you do not have a file backup or you have not created a system restore point, it is highly unfortunate. When it comes to such infections such as Buyunlockcode Virus, you have to think of prevention measures as much as of the treatment of the infection. Read more »

SearchToSurf.com

Posted by on January 6, 2015 No comments
SearchToSurf.com

It might seem that SearchToSurf.com is a completely trustworthy search provider; however, the truth is that it cannot be trusted 100%, so we recommend that you find another search provider to search for the information. SearchToSurf.com is closely associated with a browser hijacker because it might replace your homepage and search provider without your permission. The changes will be applied to Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. Unfortunately, it is not very easy to remove SearchToSurf.com browser hijacker, so we recommend that you read through this article and then use our manual removal instructions. Read more »

Search Defense

Posted by on January 6, 2015 No comments
Search Defense

Search Defense is a free browser add-on which is supposedly capable of informing you about unreliable websites. The program is claimed to be programmed to recognize online threats so that your operating system does not get infected. The Search Defense program is free of charge and available for download at search-defence.com, but may also be found bundled with other programs. The fact that the program is available at no charge means that the creators of the program seek to find some other ways to earn money. Read more »

Optical Surf

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Optical Surf

Optical Surf is a SuperWeb adware application that tracks your browsing and shows you targeted commercial advertisements when installed. Although the official Optical Surf website claims that it’s the “Best Web Browsing technology,” this fails to stand up to reality. Optical Surf doesn’t perform any useful functions aside from spamming your web browser window with ads. There is no reason why you should keep it on your computer. Save yourself the trouble and remove Optical Surf immediately upon discovery. Read more »

Downloaditkeep

Posted by on January 6, 2015 No comments
Downloaditkeep

Downloaditkeep is a free browser add-on that gets onto the computer alongside other browser add-ons, media players, and other programs. Downloaditkeep a program based on the JustPlugIt platform and is compatible with Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. The program is relatively old, but you may find it bundled with new programs. Therefore, you should be very careful with programs downloaded from freeware distribution websites. It is worth reviewing the privacy statement and terms of use displayed by the Installation wizard, because you may find valuable information that may change your further actions. If you are offered a chance to install an unwanted program, make sure that it is safe to use. Our advice is that you remove Downloaditkeep from the computer, because your interaction with Downloaditkeep pop-ups may have adverse consequences. Read more »

SkyWidget

Posted by on January 5, 2015 No comments
SkyWidget

SkyWidget is a browser add-on that makes undesirable changes on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. The program gets onto the computer alongside other browser add-ons, media players, or some other programs. Hence, it is highly advisable to pay close attention to every installation process in order to prevent unwanted changes on the operating system. The SkyWidget program should be removed from the computer as soon as possible, and, if you have already learned how this program works, jump to the last section to find our recommendations regarding the removal of this program. Read more »