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Spyware and Crapware infections

Discussion in 'General Software' started by Kburra, Jun 6, 2014.

  1. Kburra

    Kburra Registered Members

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    Spyware and Crapware infections


    Probably one of the most frustrating and annoying problems with computing today is the attack of
    spyware/crapware on our computers, the cause of these infections is often when you download a program or new software, many of these downloads can come with third party add- ons and unless you are very careful when installing and uncheck (remove tick) before the install process the Computer becomes infected.

    The infection might be your Browser homepage is hijacked, or all of sudden you notice unusual popup messages appear or an extra toolbar.

    Ninite comes in handy, in more ways than one. I often find myself setting up a new PC for someone. During the setup and configuration process there are a number of 3rd party software packages that are essential for standard computer use.

    Some of those we can`t live without programs are Adobe Reader, Adobe Flash Player, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Google Earth, Skype, WinRAR, iTunes, Quicktime, Java, Silverlight, Filezilla, AVG and Google Drive to name a few.

    What Ninite allows you to do is install all of these essential applications at once or individually, no more visiting 10 to 20 websites and spending hours downloading things. Simply visit ninite.com, select the programs to install and click on “Get Installer”. Like magic, you’ll slowly begin to see all of those much needed applications appear one by one and because Ninite only downloads the Exe (Executable) install file there are NO add-ons included, so next time you need to install new software make sure you visit ninite.com first.
     
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  2. allheart55 (Cindy E)

    allheart55 (Cindy E) Administrator Administrator

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    I've used this before. It's a handy little program.
     
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    First I have heard of it but it sounds like I need to know it. Thanks much!
     
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