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What is LotteryStream?

LotteryStream is a deceptive toolbar that supposedly provides users with the latest lottery results and a number of other features - "Get the latest lottery numbers in your state-as well as the mega lotteries! Get your state's numbers, plus Powerball, MegaMillions and more - all in one click!"

Some users might believe that LotteryStream is a legitimate browser plug-in, however, it is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The main reason for these negative associations is stealth installation. LotteryStream infiltrates systems without users' permission, modifies Internet browser settings, and monitors Internet browsing activity.

What is Cool Popular Games?

According to the developers (Mindspark Interactive Network), Cool Popular Games is a legitimate browser toolbar providing a variety of Flash games - "Cool Popular Games the best toolbar for gaming. Play FREE popular arcade, classic, puzzle, board games & more. Solve challenging puzzles & mystery games. Play card games, shooting games, & more with others for FREE!"

These claims are merely attempts to give the impression of legitimate software, since Cool Popular Games is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The main reason for these negative associations is the deceptive behavior exhibited by Cool Popular Games.

This toolbar infiltrates systems without users' permission, stealthily modifies Internet browser settings, and tracks Internet browsing activity.

What is DailyRecipeGuide?

Developed by Mindspark Interactive Network, DailyRecipeGuide is a toolbar that supposedly allows users to search for food recipes -"Download the DailyRecipeGuide toolbar now to get free recipes, cooking tips, cooking suggestions, and a free daily meal planner all from your web browser."

This browser plug-in may seem legitimate and useful, however, it is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

These negative associations are made due to stealth installation and deceptive behavior exhibited by this toolbar. After DailyRecipeGuide infiltrates systems without users' consent, it modifies browser settings and collects various Internet browsing-related information.

What is WebmailWorld?

Developed by Mindspark Interactive Network, the WebmailWorld toolbar claims to provide users with instant access to their email, Facebook, Twitter, and other social networks - "The WebmailWorld™ Toolbar lets you enjoy one-click access to all your Webmail accounts in one convenient spot! Retrieve your messages, contacts and more."

These features are used to trick users into believing that WebmailWorld is a legitimate browser plug-in. In fact, it is classed as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

The main reason for these negative associations is stealth installation - WebmailWorld often infiltrates systems without users' consent. Furthermore, this toolbar modifies Internet browser settings and tracks Internet browsing activity.

What is MyOneSearch?

MyOneSearch is a deceptive application claiming to enhance Internet searches by providing improved results. The developers of this application (Client Connect Ltd) are known as distributors of the trovi.com and search.conduit.com browser hijackers.

By claiming to deliver useful features, MyOneSearch attempts to gives the impression that it is a legitimate and useful browser plug-in. In fact, it is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). MyOneSearch infiltrates systems without users' permission, modifies browser settings, and collects various browsing information.

What is ConvertAnyFile?

ConvertAnyFile is a deceptive browser toolbar developed by Mindspark Interactive Network company.

According to the developers, this plug-in allows users to convert various file formats, and also units (for example, distance, temperature, etc.) - "ConvertAnyFile lets you convert files between popular formats. Convert audio, video, images, documents and more right from your browser. ConvertAnyFile is your one stop shop for all your conversion needs."

Some users may believe that ConvertAnyFile is a legitimate and useful toolbar, however, this application is categorized as a browser hijacker and potentially unwanted program (PUP). The main reason for these negative associations is the dubious behavior of ConvertAnyFile.

This toolbar infiltrates the system without users permission, modifies browser settings, and monitors Internet browsing activity.

What is AutoPCBackup?

Developed and released by Mindspark Interactive Network, the AutoPCBackup toolbar claims to automatically backup data files.

This browser plug-in may seem legitimate and useful, however, it is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). There are a number of reasons for these negative associations. Firstly, the application commonly installs without users' permission.

Secondly, AutoPCBackup modifies Internet browser settings and tracks Internet browsing activity.

What is DownSpeedTest?

Created by Mindspark Interactive Network, DownSpeedTest is a browser toolbar that supposedly allows users to test Internet performance directly from the browser, share various files, and other functions. Some users might find this functionality legitimate and useful, however, DownSpeedTest is classed as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and a browser hijacker.

One reason for these negative associations is stealth installation - DownSpeedTest infiltrates the system without users' permission. Following successful installation, browser settings are modified and users' Internet browsing activity is monitored.

What is hp.myway.com?

PConverter is a browser toolbar developed by Mindspark Interactive Network. This plug-in claims to enable users to convert file formats, currency, lengths, etc. - "A free File Converter supporting most popular documents, audio files, video files, images and archives.

The toolbar is easy to use, simple & fast. Within a few seconds you can retrieve your converted files." This functionality might seem legitimate and useful, however, PConverter is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted application (PUA).

PConverter infiltrates Internet browsers without users' permission, modifies browser settings, and tracks users' Internet browsing activity

What is DownShotFree?

The DownShotFree browser toolbar claims to allow users to take screenshots directly from their Internet browsers - "Make the task of taking screenshots simple with the DownShotFree toolbar and supporting application." This browser plug-in may seem legitimate and useful, however, DownShotFree is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

These negative associations are made due to the deceptive behavior of this PUP. Following stealth infiltration of the system, DownShotFree modifies the Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox browser settings without users' consent. Furthermore, this browser hijacker monitors Internet browsing activity and records various system information.