New forum post about adware

Adware that is an unwanted software that contains advertising. The adware comes with software, usually free or shareware. In the future, when the software product is used, the user is forced to advertise. Some components of Adware are generally hidden, making it difficult to remove. In addition, advertising systems may collect confidential information about your computer and user:

IP address of the computer;
version of the installed operating system and Internet browser;
a list of frequently visited user resources;
Search queries
other data that can be used in subsequent advertising campaigns.


How does Adware enter a user's computer?


Very often, Adware advertising components are integrated into free applications. MyWay Searchbar, which features the SmileyCentral and Zwinky utilities, and WeatherBug (an ad unit that can only be disabled after an update has been paid) are examples of applications that report contained advertising components. In addition, the Adware and Spyware programs can be installed through "holes" in the security of the browser or operating system.

How does adware affect my computer?


Pop-up ads appear while browsing the web and sharing your PC. This is annoying and, in some cases, decreases system performance.

How to protect yourself from adware?


Before you can protect your computer from Adware programs, make sure you have removed all ad components that were already on your PC.

Run anti-spyware and anti-adware software updates.
Include the immunization option in the anti-spyware and anti-adware software.
Make sure your operating system, browser and email program are up to date to eliminate vulnerabilities.
When using the Internet, turn on the firewall.

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