The program, called Downloader.Lunii, was discovered on Monday. When run, it attempts to kill off computer processes and delete files used by common adware programs like Powerscan and BargainBuddy.

Why users are upset about pre-loaded software and what it does. — -- Lenovo has removed a preloaded adware program called Superfish from its devices after users reported antivirus protection ...

Antivirus showdown: Which is best for your PC or Mac? Some programs change your default settings, browser, homepage, or search engine. You won’t have the option to say no thanks in the express ...

Some Windows laptops made by Lenovo come pre-loaded with an adware program that exposes users to security risks. The software, Superfish Visual Discovery, is designed to insert product ads into ...

Lop is a family of adware programs which will, among other things, generate pop-up advertisements and install misleading icons on a user’s desktop, according to Sunbelt Software Inc., a security ...

Yahoo's Anti-Spy, which was introduced in beta earlier this year in partnership with software company PestPatrol, did not fully remove the adware programs.

"Not all adware is bad, but often users are annoyed by its intrusive behavior." Rennie warned students to keep in mind that removing adware may cause the program it came bundled with to stop working.

Microsoft award recognized the creator of Messenger Plus, which is also used to distribute the Lop adware program The Lord giveth, the Lord taketh away. One week after it named the creator of a ...

I think I've somehow gotten an adware program on my computer. The problem is I can't find it.

Adware company Direct Revenue, like rival adware companies, often has found itself on the defensive--faced with consumer complaints about ad-serving software that ended up on their computers ...

LOS ANGELES (MarketWatch) -- Symantec Corp. Tuesday evening said it filed a suit against Hotbar.com Inc. Security software maker Symantec said it is seeking the right to detect some of Hotbar's ...