Category Archives: Spyware

Scam Alert: Companies That Defraud Consumers With Worthless Technical Support In Trouble

Alleged tech support scammers come up with all kinds of alibis to counter complaints Companies sued by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Microsoft for allegedly defrauding consumers with worthless Windows technical support have spun tales involving flakey Internet connections, it’s-not-us-it’s-scammers, new management software and unanswered emails to counter hundreds of consumer complaints this year, Better Business Bureau… Read More »

40 Reasons Why You DON’T Need An Antivirus

When Emsisoft blogs something we think is important and/or interesting, we like to share it with you. And today’s Emsisoft blog is important and interesting – even if a little sarcasm seeps through. It’s pointed stuff we think you should read so we’re passing it on to you.  Good read! Darcy & TC  40 Reasons Why You DON’T… Read More »

Be Wary! Softonic Is Scary

Softonic: The Software Parasite If you search for freeware programs using Google, Bing or Yahoo search, more than likely one of the top 3 or 4 search results is going to be Softonic (en.softonic). And if you click the link to download from Softonic, you’re in for a long ride, and you’ll be setting up your computer for… Read More »