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What is FunFeedr?
FunFeedr is a dubious browser extension claiming to save time and money when shopping online, and also to help users discover the latest web content available (books, celebrity gossip, music, etc.). These false claims are merely attempts to trick users into believing that FunFeedr is a legitimate and useful application.
In fact, this extension is classed as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adware, since it infiltrates systems without users' permission, displays various intrusive advertisements, and gathers Internet browsing-related information.
What is gold-page.com?
Gold-page.com is a bogus Internet search engine identical to zeta-search.com, delta-search.com, only-search.com, and a number of other rogue sites. The appearance of gold-page.com is identical to Google, Bing, and other popular Internet search engines and, therefore, many users initially believe that gold-page.com is legitimate.
In fact, this site is promoted using dubious software 'installer' set-ups designed to modify web browser (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) settings without users' permission. Furthermore, gold-page.com generates untrusted search results and tracks Internet browsing activity.
What is WindApp?
WindApp is a bogus application that infiltrates Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) using a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling'. Therefore, this application is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP). WindApp is also classed as adware.
After successful browser infiltration, WindApp generates various intrusive online advertisements (banner, in-text, etc.), some of which, may redirect to bogus websites containing infectious content.
In addition, WindApp automatically updates its software occasionally - third party PUPs are often installed during these updates, and therefore, having WindApp installed on your computer can lead to further computer infections.
What is Note-up?
According to the developers, Note-up allows users to create various notes - "Note-Up makes it easy to set reminders for upcoming events and tasks in an instant." These features may seem useful, however, be aware that the Note-up application is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).
One of the reasons for these negative associations is stealth installation without users' consent. Furthermore, this application gathers various user/system information and delivers intrusive online ads.
What is zeta-search.com?
Zeta-search.com is a fake Internet search engine identical to only-search.com, delta-search.com, and a number of other bogus websites.
On initial inspection, zeta-search.com may appear legitimate and useful, however, this site generates dubious search results and tracks Internet browsing activity. Furthermore, it is promoted using deceptive 'installer set-ups' that stealthily modify Internet browser settings without users’ permission.
What is Sanction?
Sanction is ransomware-type malware that stealthily infiltrates systems and then encrypts stored files (photos, videos, etc.) Furthermore, a ransom demand is made to victims to decrypt their files. If the ransom is not paid within the given time frame, decryption supposedly becomes impossible.
What is pico-search.com?
Identical to only-search.com, delta-search.com, and searchgol.com, pico-search.com is a deceptive website presented as an Internet search engine.
On initial inspection, this site may seem legitimate, however, be aware that pico-search.com is promoted using deceptive software 'installers' designed to modify web browser settings. In addition, pico-search.com gathers various browsing-related information and generates dubious search results.
What is Elements Peruse?
Created by SuperWeb LLC, Elements Peruse falsely claims to enhance the Internet browsing experience - "We're passionate about improving web by providing the best tools to enhance the browsing experience, from searching the web to comparing online deals to find the best prices.
We've combined all of our great ideas into the Elements Peruse product suite, a FREE set of tools that work to make your browsing experience... better!" By giving these fake promises, Elements Peruse often tricks users into believing that this app is legitimate. In fact, it is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).
There are several reasons for these negative associations. Firstly, this app often infiltrates systems without users’ permission. In addition, Elements Peruse generates intrusive online advertisements and tracks Internet browsing activity.
What is Jazz Spot?
Jazz Spot is a dubious application developed by SuperWeb LLC. It gives fake promises to enhance the Internet browsing experience - "We're passionate about improving web by providing the best tools to enhance the browsing experience, from searching the web to comparing online deals to find the best prices.
We've combined all of our great ideas into the Jazz Spot product suite, a FREE set of tools that work to make your browsing experience... better!" This often tricks users into believing that Jazz Spot is a legitimate program. In fact, it is categorized as a potentially unwanted adware-type program (PUP).
There are three main reasons for these negative associations: stealth installation without users' permission; tracking of Internet browsing activity, and; display of intrusive online advertisements.
What is Bill Break?
Bill Break is a deceptive application identical to Pass and Play, Great Hub, Facts Right, and hundreds of other programs.
Bill Break falsely claims to enhance the Internet browsing experience by providing various useful features - "We're passionate about improving web by providing the best tools to enhance the browsing experience, from searching the web to comparing online deals to find the best prices.
We've combined all of our great ideas into the Bill Break product suite, a FREE set of tools that work to make your browsing experience... better!" These false claims often trick users into believing that Bill Break is a legitimate and useful application, however, it is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adware.
Following successful infiltration without users' consent, this app generates intrusive online advertisements and collects various information relating to Internet browsing activity.
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