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SpeedyMediaConverter is a undesirable media converter that our researchers at Anti-spyware-101.com have classified as a potentially unwanted program. Removing this converter and getting a more reliable one is an option worth considering, because this converter only changes the file format, while real video converters recode and change variable bitrate/framerate, metadata, framing, synchronization, and so on. SpeedyMediaConverter does not seem to do this as it converts a file in a matter of a few minutes, while reliable converters take their time to do the job right. Apart from its poor converting function, this program can also display commercial advertisements and gather non-personal information about you for marketing and advertising purposes. So if you have this converter, we invite you to take a few minutes of your precious time to learn more about it. Read more »

Business New Tab by inMind is a program that you should not keep on your computer any longer, according to our security researchers. The main reason why there is no place for such a program on your device is the damaged reputation of its developer. In addition, it is highly possible that you do not even know how this program has managed to enter your PC. It usually hides its arrival, so we classify it as a potentially unwanted application. The useful features of this application are limited only to providing you with links to various business stories, and you should find a reliable webpage with a business news feed instead of trusting Business New Tab by inMind. Read more »

PCBooster is a potentially unwanted program that promises to enhance your system performance and delete unnecessary junk files. Nevertheless, the functions of this program are highly questionable, and there is no guarantee that the application really does with it promises to. Not to mention that you might have installed the application automatically, and you have no idea how it managed to enter your PC. The bottom line is that it is recommended that you remove PCBooster from your system, as the program is highly suspicious. It would not be surprising if through this program you would be redirected to malware-related websites, so you should procrastinate to get rid of this program any longer. Read more »

Free Video Downloader is a potentially unwanted application that is not capable of acting according to its name and downloading any videos. This application says you will be able to search videos at the leading video sites. But that is basically all you can do via this tool: Search for videos with no possibility to download them. In addition, this useless program is also distributed using shady methods as its developers often put the application in packages with freeware. You should not keep any ineffective pieces of software, so remove Free Video Downloader for good. Read more »

EasyMediaConverter is exactly what its name says — it is a media converter that is pretty easy to use. However, our researchers suggest removing it, since their research points out that EasyMediaConverter is a potentially unwanted program. Now, it is not dangerous or malicious, but its free version has the ability to display commercial advertisements on your browser. In addition to that this converter may also collect certain information about you. Although, it must be said that this converter is no joke. It can convert video and audio files, and it supports a lot of media formats, but the fact that it can show ads and keep tabs on people is a deal breaker for many security-conscious users. Read more »

Note-Up is a free event planner, but at the same time it is a potentially unwanted application. This program acts how it promises, but its usage has some negative effects. Not only may you not be aware of how this program has entered your computer, but it could also come along with additional untrustworthy applications. This event reminder also collects information about your Internet activities and may share it with its affiliates and marketing partners. Besides, it opens a door for suspicious programs to enter your PC. All in all, we think that you should no longer keep this program on your computer. Read more »

Recipes By inMind is a “new” invention from Mindspark Interactive Network, Inc., which means that this browser extension may be just as unreliable as all the other members of this family. Therefore, our researchers have labeled it as a potentially unwanted program (PUP). This is not even a new creation since we have already seen RecipeSearch Toolbar and 100sOfRecipes Toolbar, which belong to the same family. However, this “newcomer” can only affect Google Chrome. Although this PUP is definitely not as dangerous as a Trojan horse, it might still pose a threat to your virtual security. If you would like to know how, please read on. We will also explain why we think that you would be better off removing Recipes By inMind. Read more »

What kind of videos are you going to download/convert using Solid YouTube Downloader and Converter? If you are going to use this potentially unwanted program to acquire and distribute copyrighted material, you should think twice about it. This kind of activity is punishable by law, and we are sure that you do not want to break it. Of course, you might be able to find YouTube videos that are shared with everyone, but you might be crossing a fine line here. It is very hard to say what the intentions of DreamVideoSoft Inc. are, but it is possible that they do not care about providing a tool that could be used for stealing content. In fact, our researchers are convinced that this company cares only about generating a profit. Read more »

FLV Blaster is a program that will allow you to download songs and videos on your computer from YouTube, Dailymotion, MegaVideo, and other popular web pages. In other words, you will be able to listen to the music and watch videos on your computer. Unlike other programs that make many promises, FLV Blaster is really going to act in a useful way, i.e. it will really help you to download music and videos. As you can see, this program does not lie, but, unfortunately, it is not fully reliable too. Specialists have conducted a research and are sure that FLV Blaster is a typical potentially unwanted program. In other words, there is a possibility that it will act in an undesirable way. We will tell you what this program can do further in this article. Read more »

Searchomepage.com is definitely not good news if it shows up in your browsers. Its presence in your browsers means that your computer may have been attacked by a misleading browser extension that our researchers at Anti-Spyware-101.com have identified to be NewTabTV. It is quite possible that this extension sets Searchomepage.com as your new home page without your consent. That is an act against your privacy, which should not be overlooked. This search engine is rather questionable even if it may not be a harmful malware infection. There are still potential threats in keeping this on your computer. Since you may be having multiple virtual security problems right now, we suggest that you delete Searchomepage.com from your browsers along with all other malware threats that can be associated with it. If you continue reading our report, you will learn more about the risks of this infection and how you can make your problems go away. Read more »