What a Browser Hijacker is?
- In the case of Browser hijackers are small programs that manipulate your Browser. The English term "hijack" is the German word for "kidnap". These programs are often installed undetected on other Software.
- The Browser hijackers are usually installed as a program on your Computer, but not start. The main objective of the Hijackers is to manipulate the Browser for advertising purposes.
- In most cases, the homepage and search engine change. On webpages suddenly, words will be provided with Links and manipulation of search results, so that you will be redirected to wrong websites. Also Pop-Ups occur on a regular basis.
- Hijackers are often not dangerous, but extremely annoying. The developers earn their money mainly due to the unwanted Display of advertisements. Also in popular and reputable Software often in addition to less severe Hijacker will be offered at the time of Installation.
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