Definition of Adware

Adware, or advertising software, refers to code that displays adverts on a users computer. Officially adware should only be installed and displayed to a user following their consent, but all to often adware is installed without consent and is then deliberately made difficult to remove -at this point, it becomes a form of malware and should be removed.

Adware is often installed with free software, in order to keep the software free by the manufacturer gaining revenue from the advertising displayed. It should not always be blamed on the software manufacturer as they may not control what form the adware takes, and whether it is legal or not - sometimes the adware is downloaded or updated while the desired software is being installed.

If you're computer is displaying adverts without your consent it is also possible that spyware or other malware is at work unnoticed. If you'd like help or would like me to remove them contact me here. I operate a nationwide service, providing professional removal of adware and other malware software, that will speed up and secure your computer.