Tag Archives: block spyware adware

Don’t Just Rely on the Google and MSN Toolbars For Popups and Spyware Protection!

This article exposes the downside of relying on free software to block popup ads in the wider context of adware and spyware protection.
A common definition for adware is that of any software which runs, displays or downloads ads on computers. Some adware are programmed to invade the privacy of the users and are commonly referred [...]

Share and Enjoy:
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • NewsVine
  • Reddit
  • StumbleUpon
  • Google Bookmarks
  • Yahoo! Buzz
  • Twitter
  • Technorati
  • Live
  • LinkedIn
  • MySpace

Popups and Spyware Protection? Why Users Should Not Just Rely on the Google and MSN Toolbars!

This article exposes the downside of relying on free software to block popup ads in the wider context of adware and spyware protection.
A common definition for adware is that of any software which runs, displays or downloads ads on computers. Some adware are called spyware because their functions are invasive: They consist of obtaining then [...]

Share and Enjoy:
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • NewsVine
  • Reddit
  • StumbleUpon
  • Google Bookmarks
  • Yahoo! Buzz
  • Twitter
  • Technorati
  • Live
  • LinkedIn
  • MySpace