Warning!
A recent experience with CNet Download requires a warning label: This software will hijack your browser and install PUPware (Potentially Unwanted Programs)
In one recent experience, a simple download from download.cnet.com:
- Browsers were immediately hijacked, PUPware installed and closed thereby requiring a full reboot of the browser.
- Installed PUPware:
- SearchMe (hijacked all searches)
- SlickSavings
- Ebay Shopper
- Amazon Shopping Assistant
If you are interested in downloading an app or piece of software, we recommend you no longer use CNet Downloader. …
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