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Attention!

In the recent months there has been an epidemic of spyware / adware found on many of our customer’s machines. This software has caused countless problems and has cost our customers a great deal of frustration and money. As a response Kinn Computers is issuing the following advice for the general computing public.

What are spyware / adware programs?

Spyware / adware is a general term used for software either primarily developed for or parts of software attached to programs to monitor the actions of the computer it is installed on. Spyware / adware is also known for causing a large number of pop-ups, are a gateway for some viruses, cause errors and affect the overall operation of computers dependant on the software.

**Steps to help curve this problem**

We do not recommend installing any of the following software:

WhenU, DW.exe, GoHip, LOP, I Lookup, Common Name, IE Plugin, Onflow, WebHancer, ShopAtHome Select, SAHagent, Gator, Xupiter, BargainBuddy, DownloadAccel, New.net, Save Now, Offer Companion, iMesh, Bonzi Buddy, EZula, Hotbar, MySearchbar, N-case, Weatherbug, Kazaa, Pop-up Blocker, Pop-up Killer, Eanthology, WON, WeatherStudio, Dialer Programs

Please be aware that this is only a small fraction of the spyware / adware and trojans since the exact number of programs is unknown (but well over the thousands) that are circulating around the Internet.

Do not browse unfamiliar websites that you think could be dangerous (sites could install spyware or hijack your browser without consent).
Do not install plug-ins if you are not familiar with what or where the plug-in comes from

If you have any questions regarding spyware / adware, trojans, viruses, plug-ins, programs, or software please feel free to email or call us at info@kinncomputers.com or 570-356-2969