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Computer Chair Adware

What is Computer Chair?

Developed by SuperWeb LLC, Computer Chair is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that claims to improve the Internet browsing experience by displaying coupons, enabling comparison shopping, and other similar 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 Computer Chair product suite, a FREE set of tools that work to make your browsing experience... better!"

Some users may believe that this application is legitimate and useful, however, it is classed as adware. Computer Chair stealthily infiltrates Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, and then displays various advertisements and tracks Internet browsing activity.

   
Linkeyproject.com Redirect

What is linkeyproject.com?

Linkey Project is an updated version of Linkey adware. This application claims to improve the Internet browsing experience by allowing access to many websites from a single page - "Linkey is a simple browser extension that allows you to get the best sites in one click in visualized & friendly interface. You'll easily find top sites from your country or in various popular categories."

Some users may find this functionality legitimate and useful, however, Linkey Project is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and a browser hijacker, since it infiltrates systems without users' permission, changes Internet browser (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) settings, displays intrusive online advertisements, and collects various Internet browsing-related information.

   
Gamesfanatic.com Redirect

What is gamesfanatic.com?

GamesFanatic is a dubious application that supposedly enables users to search the Internet for games reviews, latest updates, etc. - "Games Fanatic offers you the latest on all the best games. You can easily search the web, find news, reviews and updates about the top games for your PC, mobile or console. It's free and safe to use, right from your browser's new tab page!"

This application may seem legitimate and useful, however, it is categorized as a browser hijacker and potentially unwanted program (PUP). GamesFanatic stealthily infiltrates Internet Explorer, Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox and modifies browser settings. In addition, it collects information relating to users' Internet browsing habits and may display intrusive ads.

   
Tunefanatic.com Redirect

What is tunefanatic.com?

TuneFanatic is a deceptive app that supposedly provides users with the latest news about popular songs, videos, etc. - "Tune Fanatic keeps you up to date the best songs, videos, music reviews and related gossip. You can find funny videos and clips, easily search the web and always remain on top of future releases. It's free and safe to use from your browser new tab page!"

Although this functionality may appear legitimate, TuneFanatic is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). This app infiltrates Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) without users' consent and stealthily modifies browser settings. Furthermore, it collects various user information and may display intrusive online ads.

   
Jump Flip Adware

What is Jump Flip?

Jump Flip is a deceptive application developed by SuperWeb LLC. According to this company, Jump Flip enhances the Internet browsing experience by displaying coupons, enabling comparison shopping, and other similar 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 Jump Flip product suite, a FREE set of tools that work to make your browsing experience... better!"

At first glance, Jump Flip may seem legitimate and useful, however, it is classed as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adware.

Jump Flip usually infiltrates Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox without users' permission, which is one of the reasons for these negative associations. Furthermore, this app collects various Internet browsing-related information and displays intrusive online ads.

   
QuickVideoPlayer Ads

What is QuickVideoPlayer?

The QuickVideoPlayer app claims to enable users to create a playlist from online videos and those stored on a computer - "With Quickvideoplayer you will be able to create the ultimate playlist: your very own. By using offline content from your media collection and online content from Youtube and other websites, the possibilities are limitless."

On initial inspection, this app may seem legitimate and useful, however, QuickVideoPlayer is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). Once QuickVideoPlayer successfully infiltrates the system, it displays intrusive online advertisements and gathers various software and hardware-related information.

   
HdqPlayer Adware

What is hdqPlayer?

hdqPlayer is presented as a legitimate video player that allows users to create playlists and play various video formats - "hdqPlayer is the right program for you. Made by video lovers for video lovers, it is designed to let you easily create playlists on your PC using online and offline media."

At first glance, this app may seem legitimate and useful, however, it is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP), since it infiltrates systems without users' permission, displays intrusive online adverts, and collects Internet browsing-related information.

   
Ads by ViPlayer

What is ViPlayer?

ViPlayer claims to be a legitimate video player that supports many video formats (mp4, avi, flv, etc.) and allows users to watch online streams, choose video quality, and enable other similar features - "One player with all your videos. Create your playlists using any source of video."

This functionality may seem legitimate, however, ViPlayer is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). After stealth infiltration on the system, this app displays intrusive online advertisements and collects personally identifiable information.

   
FusionPlayer Adware

What is FusionPlayer?

FusionPlayer is presented as a legitimate app used to play music, create playlists, watch videos, online streams, etc.

- "With the latest version of Fusion player, you can give full reign to your creativity when it comes to making playlists. You will be able to mix and match all sorts of media, from videos to sound clips, and even use online streaming videos from websites such as Youtube or Dailymotion."

Some users may find this functionality legitimate and useful, however, FusionPlayer is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted programs (PUP). After system infiltration, FusionPlayer displays intrusive online advertisements and collects personally identifiable information.

   
Ads by CloudScout

What is CloudScout?

CloudScout is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that claims to protect users from malware and spyware infections when surfing malicious websites. Although this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that CloudGuard is categorized as adware.

These associations are made due to a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' employed by CloudScout to install on Internet browsers without users' consent.

Bundling allows developers to stealthily distribute their applications together with other software, and for this reason, most users inadvertently install CloudGuard when downloading free software from freeware download websites.

Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, CloudScout delivers numerous intrusive online advertisements including banner, coupon, targeted video, pop-up, interstitial ads, and download offers of other applications also considered to be adware.

There is a high probability that clicking ads generated by this rogue application will lead to high-risk adware or malware infections.

   

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