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What is DNSBlock?

The DNSBlock application claims to protect users from various Internet infections and threats. Many users believe that this program is legitimate and useful, however, DNSBlock is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The reason for these negative associations is the behavior exhibited by this adware, which includes stealth installation and tracking of Internet browsing activity.

What is Temperature Scout?

Temperature Scout is a deceptive application developed by Web Rodeo Inc, which claims to provides users with the latest weather forecast information - "Get local temperatures, weather information and instant alerts right from your computer".

On initial inspection, this app may appear legitimate and useful, however, it is classed as a potentially unwanted adware-type program (PUP). After stealth infiltration, Temperature Scout generates intrusive online advertisements and tracks various information relating to Internet browsing activity.

What is search.realcoolmoviessearch.com?

Search.realcoolmoviessearch.com is a deceptive website that supposedly improves Internet searching by generating the most relevant results.

This website is promoted using deceptive software installers that hijack Internet browsers and modify their settings. After the system is updated, users' Internet browsing activity is continually monitored and they are continually redirected to the search.realcoolmoviessearch.com website.

What is Pick Your Wallpapers?

This application claims to allow users to search a huge database of desktop wallpapers - "Welcome to the best wallpaper collection on the net! We have scoured the web for as many high-quality desktop and mobile backgrounds and wallpapers for your computer or device as we can find!"

Some users may find this app useful, however, Pick Your Wallpapers is classed as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). After stealth infiltration on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox), this adware tracks Internet browsing activity and generates intrusive ads.

What is RecommendationBox?

The RecommendationBox application claims to provide features to save time and money while shopping online (for example, comparison shopping, display of coupons and special deals/discounts on various online stores) - "The smartest way to buy online. Discover the best discounts while you are surfing on your favorite sites."

This application may seem legitimate and useful, however, be aware that RecommendationBox is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). This is due to its behavior, which includes stealth installation, display of intrusive ads, and collection of user/system information.

What is CandyBox?

According to the developers, the CandyBox application saves time and money while shopping online. Many users believe that this application is legitimate and useful, however, CandyBox is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

There are a number of reasons for these negative associations including stealth installation - CandyBox often infiltrates systems without users' permission. Furthermore, this app monitors users' Internet browsing activity and displays intrusive advertisements.

What is search.mytelevisionxp.com?

The My Television XP application supposedly allows users to watch various television channels, online videos, and other similar media free of charge. This functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, My Television XP is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

This application is designed to infiltrate systems without user's permission. After successful infiltration, My Television XP modifies the Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) settings and tracks Internet browsing activity.

What is search.mygamesxp.com?

According to the developers, My Games XP allows users to play various arcade games. These fake promises are used to trick users into believing that this is a legitimate and useful app.

In fact, My Games XP is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). This application usually infiltrates systems without users' permission. Following successful infiltration, My Games XP collects information relating to users' Internet browsing habits and modifies browser settings.

What is Chedot Browser?

Chedot Browser is a deceptive Chromium-based Internet browser that supposedly provides faster file downloads, an Internet search service, browsing protection, and other similar functionality. This application may seem legitimate and useful, however, Chedot Browser is classed as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

This rogue application infiltrates systems without users' consent, generates intrusive online advertisements, and tracks Internet browsing activity. Users who attempt to search the Internet via this browser are redirected to the search.chedot.com website.

What is WeatherBug?

Created by Earth Networks, Inc, WeatherBug is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) claiming to enable users to observe weather forecasts. This may seem legitimate and useful functionality, however, be aware that WeatherBug is considered to be adware.

This PUP employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional applications together with the chosen software) to install on computers without users' consent.

Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome, WeatherBug generates various intrusive online advertisements such as banner, in-text, and pop-up ads. It is highly probable that clicking these advertisements will lead to high-risk adware or malware infections.