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What is DealXplorer?

DealXplorer is an application that claims to save time and money by displaying various coupons, enabling comparison shopping, and other shopping-related features - "DealXplorer is a light-weight browser extension that simply shows you better deals before you shop online, and save you money!".

On initial inspection, this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, DealXplorer is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The reason for these negative associations is the rogue behavior exhibited by DealXplorer adware including stealth infiltration, display of intrusive ads, and tracking of Internet browsing activity.

What is MyAppsCloud?

MyAppsCloud is a deceptive application that, according to the developers, notifies users of available software updates - "We are doing the research for you - MyAppsCloud constantly finds software updates from leading software developers. With our massive community of developers, online vendors- you can be sure that we will find the best recent software updates for you!"

Initially, this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, be aware that MyAppsCloud is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The main reasons for these negative associations is stealth installation, display of intrusive advertisements, and tracking of Internet browsing activity.

What is DislikeOnFB?

The DislikeOnFB application supposedly allows users to 'dislike' various Facebook posts. This unique feature is used to trick users into believing that DislikeOnFB is a legitimate and useful app, however, it is classed as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

Following successful infiltration on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox), DislikeOnFB displays intrusive online advertisements and monitors users' Internet browsing activity.

What is Playthru Player?

The Playthru Player application supposedly allows users to play online videos directly from the desktop without using Internet browsers - "The PlayThru Player is based on one simple but brilliant idea: an enjoyable online video viewing experience – without the browser! The PlayThru Player offers seamless online video viewing directly on your desktop while working, browsing the Web or gaming."

Initially, this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, Playthru Player is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). This deceptive application usually infiltrates systems without users' permission. Furthermore, it generates various online advertisements and tracks Internet browsing activity.

What is PopDeals?

PopDeals is presented as a legitimate browser extension that helps to save time and money when shopping online  - "Popdeals is a dynamic online tool that automatically offers you relevant deals according to your searches in real time. It was developed to serve those who are always looking for the best deals online, bringing a better online shopping experience."

These fake promises often trick users into believing that PopDeals is a legitimate and useful application, however, be aware that this app is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The rogue behavior of this application includes stealth installation, display of intrusive advertisements, and tracking of Internet browsing activity.

What is baboom.audio?

Baboom.audio is a deceptive browser plug-in that supposedly allows users to listen to the radio directly from their Internet browsers - "Baboom.audio enables you to listen to live radio stations directly from your browser while surfing the web."

These false claims are used to trick users into believing that this application is legitimate and useful, however, Baboom.audio is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

These reason for these negative associations is rogue behavior exhibited by Baboom.audio, which includes stealth installation, modification of browser settings, and tracking of Internet browsing activity.

What is BrowserProtect?

Browserprotect claims to protect Internet browsers from infectious plug-ins, increase Internet browsing speed, and provide other similar features - "BrowserProtect is a free software that makes your browsing safer. It stops online threats by defending your browser settings and preferences."

At first glance, this plug-in may seem legitimate and useful, however, it is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). After stealthily infiltrating the system, BrowserProtect causes unwanted browser redirects and tracks Internet browsing activity.

What is Social Reviewer?

Social Reviewer is a deceptive application that (according to the developers) allows users to review their Facebook profile and see who is 'unfriending' them.

Some users may believe that this app is useful, however, Social Reviewer is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). After infiltrating Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, Social Reviewer displays intrusive online advertisements and gathers various Internet browsing-related information.

What is ComparingGenie?

ComparingGenie is an adware-type add-on that supposedly saves time and money while shopping online. The features offered (display of special deals/discounts, coupons, etc.) may appear legitimate and useful, however, this add-on is distributed using a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling'.

Therefore, ComparingGenie is classed as a potentially unwanted program (PUP). Bundling is stealth installation of additional applications together with regular software, thus, users often inadvertently install this add-on with free software downloaded from freeware download websites.

After installation, ComparingGenie tracks Internet browsing activity and displays numerous intrusive online advertisements.

What is search.protectedio.com?

ProtectedIO claims to be a legitimate application helping users to prevent various computer infections - "ProtectedIO protects your computer from trojans, viruses and identity theft, without anti virus software, it already happens in the cloud - Fantastic!"

On initial inspection, this app may seem legitimate and useful, however, it is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). After successful infiltration, ProtectedIO modifies browser settings and tracks Internet browsing activity.