Smart Application Controller is an potentially unwanted program that is bundled with other free software that you download on your PC. Unfortunately, some free downloads do not adequately disclose that other software will also be installed and you may find that you have installed Smart Application Controller without your knowledge.

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The ArcadeTab extension is a browser hijacker that will change the homepage and search engine for your web browser to chrome-extension://gcddnkpnineojbpkngblgamaciopbama/newtab/index.html#newTab.

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Driver Updater (by driverdetails.com) is a driver update software which checks for new available drivers on the user’s computer. However, if you try to actually update your drivers, Driver Updater will state that you need to buy its full version before being able to do so.

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Universal PC Mechanic is a potentially unwanted program, which is advertised as a system optimizer, and once installed it claims that several issues were been detected on your computer. However, if you try to fix these issues, Universal PC Mechanic will state that you need to buy its full version before being able to do so.

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If your web browser is constantly being redirected to sites that display a “Google Chrome Critical ERROR”notification, asking you to call a support number to fix it, then it is possible that you have adware program installed on your computer.

These “Google Chrome Critical ERROR” alerts are nothing more a scam. Microsoft does not send unsolicited email messages or make unsolicited phone calls to request personal or financial information or fix your computer. Treat all unsolicited phone calls or pop-ups with skepticism. Do not provide any personal information.

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Advanced PC Care (by AdvancedPCCare.net) is a potentially unwanted program, which is advertised as a system optimizer, and once installed it claims that several issues were been detected on your computer. However, if you try to fix these issues, Advanced PC Care will state that you need to buy its full version before being able to do so. This program may also prompt you to call a toll free number at (877)-883-7061.                   

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If your web browser is constantly being redirected to sites that display a “Something went wrong with your Internet Service” notification, asking you to call a support number to fix it, then it is possible that you have adware program installed on your computer.

These “Something went wrong with your Internet Service” alerts are nothing more a scam. Microsoft does not send unsolicited email messages or make unsolicited phone calls to request personal or financial information or fix your computer. Treat all unsolicited phone calls or pop-ups with skepticism. Do not provide any personal information.

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Speedup PC 2018 is a potentially unwanted program, which is advertised as a system optimizer, and once installed it claims that several issues were been detected on your computer. However, if you try to fix these issues, Speedup PC 2018 will state that you need to buy its full version before being able to do so.

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The Your Radio Center extension is a browser hijacker that will change the homepage and search engine for your web browser to Your Radio Center New Tab Search.

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PC Fixer Pro 2018 is a potentially unwanted program, which is advertised as a system optimizer, and once installed it claims that several issues were been detected on your computer. However, if you try to fix these issues, PC Fixer Pro 2018 will state that you need to buy its full version before being able to do so.

Article is edited by: yakura - 4-04-2018, 15:05