PBlock+ is a Google Chrome extension that claims to be a popup blocker, but instead displays advertisements in the browser. When installed, this extension will open new tabs in the browser that ...

One Updater is a potentially unwanted program that claims it updates your programs, but in reality just installs other unwanted programs, PUPs, adware, and browser extension on to the computer. This ...

All products featured on WIRED are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. When you think of ...

Every time Dave publishes a story, you’ll get an alert straight to your inbox! Enter your email By clicking “Sign up”, you agree to receive emails from Business ...

How to know if your computer is infected with the ad-based malware. — -- Adware continues to be one of the most pervasive scams on the Internet, according to Google, which found more than five ...

I take security and privacy pretty seriously. After all, I am the Security Editor for MakeUseOf, so it stands to reason I'm ...

One of the biggest selling points of the Windows Store is its promise of safety. Apps have to be approved to make it into the store, and the sandbox in which apps run should prevent them from causing ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

Security researchers have found dozens of Android apps in the Google Play store serving ads to unsuspecting victims as part of a money-making scheme. ESET researchers found 42 apps containing adware, ...