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What is ProtectedBrowsing?
Developed by Intriguing Apps, ProtectedBrowsing is a potentially unwanted application claiming to keep Internet users' computers safe from malicious websites by preventing installation of malware or spyware. Although this functionality may seem useful and legitimate, be aware that ProtectedBrowsing is categorized as adware.
The developers of this rogue browser add-on employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' to install ProtectedBrowsing on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) without users' permission.
Following successful infiltration, ProtectedBrowser generates numerous intrusive online advertisements including banner, pop-up, interstitial, sponsored link, targeted video, and offers to download other adware-type applications. It is highly probable that clicking these advertisements will cause high-risk adware or malware infections.
What is Sexy Tube Mode?
Created by Big Water Applications LLC, the Sexy Tube Mode rogue browser extension claims to allow users to adjust their computer screen lights while watching online videos.
Although this may seem a legitimate and useful browser extension, be aware that Sexy Tube Mode is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application since it employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional applications together with the chosen software) to install on browsers without users' permission.
After successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, Sexy Tube Mode tracks users' Internet browsing activity and generates intrusive online advertisements.
What is Thug Tracker?
Created by Western Web Applications LLC, the Thug Tracker browser extension claims to improve users' online safety by allowing people to track criminal records. Although this functionality may seem useful and legitimate, be aware that Thug Tracker is considered to be adware or a potentially unwanted application.
The developers of this rogue browser add-on employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs together with the chosen software) to install Thug Tracker on Internet browsers without users' consent.
After successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, Thug Tracker generates intrusive online advertisements and tracks users' Internet browsing activity.
What is Lights Out?
Developed by Deals Interactive Media LLC, Lights Out is a rogue browser extension claiming to enable users to adjust computer screen lights while watching online videos. This functionality may seem legitimate, however, be aware that the Lights Out add-on is categorized as a potentially unwanted application or adware.
The developers of this rogue browser plug-in employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs together with the chosen free software) to install on Internet browsers without users' permission.
After successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome, Lights Out monitors users' Internet browsing activity and generates intrusive online advertisements.
What is Sudoku?
Sudoku is a potentially unwanted application presenting Internet users with an opportunity to play an addictive game called 'Sudoku'.
While this functionality may seem legitimate, users should be aware that Sudoku is categorized as adware since it employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' to Install on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) without users' consent.
After successful infiltration, Sudoku generates intrusive online advertisements as well as tracking users' Internet browsing activity.
What is TV Wizard?
Developed by Small Island Development, TV Wizard is a rogue browser extension, which claims to improve the Internet browsing experience by allowing users to adjust screen lights while watching online videos. Although this functionality may seem legitimate, be aware that TV Wizard is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application.
The developers of this rogue browser add-on employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional applications together with the chosen free software) to install TV Wizard on Internet browsers without users' permission.
Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, TV Wizard tracks users' Internet browsing activity as well as generating intrusive online advertisements.
What is PC Doctor?
Created by Mesa Roha Solutions LLC, PC Doctor is a rogue browser extension claiming to improve computer performance, enhance users' Internet browsing safety, and enable other similar functionality. While this browser extension may seem legitimate, be aware that it is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application.
PC Doctor employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional applications together with the chosen software) to install on Internet browsers without users' consent.
After successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, PC Doctor generates intrusive online advertisements and monitors users' Internet browsing activity.
What is Wifi Protector?
Developed by Optimal Software s.r.o., the Wifi Protector browser add-on claims to keep computer systems safe from malicious websites by preventing malware infections. Wifi Protector scans users' Wifi networks on regular basis for any security problems, thus helping to protect them online.
While this functionality may seem legitimate, be aware that the Wifi Protector add-on is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application. Developers of this browser plug-in employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling', and therefore, many users install the add-on inadvertently without their consent.
Following successful infiltration, Wifi Protector generates intrusive online advertisements (usually marked as "Ads by Wifi Protector BI") including, for example, sponsored links, traditional display advertisements, such as banner ads, pop-up ads, interstitial ads, coupons, video targeted ads, and offers to download and install other applications (adware).
What is Jumpy Bird?
Jumpy Bird is a potentially unwanted application claiming to enable users to play a game called 'Jumpy Birds'.
Although this may seem legitimate and useful functionality, be aware that it is categorized as adware since the developers of this rogue application employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs together with the chosen free software) to install on Internet browsers without users' permission.
Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, Jumpy Bird generates intrusive online advertisements and monitors users' Internet browsing activity.
What is Trust Media Viewer?
The Trust Media Viewer browser extension claims to enhance the Internet browsing experience by displaying website content and advertisements relating to users' interests. While this functionality may seem legitimate, be aware that Trust Media Viewer is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application.
Many reputable antivirus and anti-malware programs detect Trust Media Viewer as a Trojan or malware. Commonly, users install this browser extension inadvertently without their consent when downloading free software. Developers of this add-on employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling'.
This marketing method is legal, however, many analyzed free software 'download clients' and 'installers' fail to inform users of additional applications listed for installation together with free programs.
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