Article: Adware Installation Stealth Tactics
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Adware Installation Stealth Tactics
When adware can't trick you into installing it, it often resorts to a secretive invasion. Find out how to defend yourself.
Adware Installation Stealth Tactic 1: Expensive Freebie
? How it works: adware may get installed with so-called free software without any mention of it being included anywhere in the software's license or documentation. Or any mention of the bundled software is buried deep within a click-wrap licensing agreement.
? How to protect yourself: It's become an endlessly repeated cliché, but it's true: only install software from developers you trust. That doesn't mean you can never try any software from a new company. Just familiarize yourself with the developer's reputation before opening wide your hard drive. Search the developer...
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