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49thParallel · 02-03-2005, 08:29 AM

Every day, I see post after post of people complaining about adware/spywqare infected computers. The source of most of this scumware comes from our very own 12Clicks. The simple truth is, he is COSTING YOU MONEY!! His aggressive adware/spyware programs are popping up ads over top of your ads, and making the surfing experience for most users quite miserable.

I know this industry is basically one of few or no business ethics, but come on people. Grow a spine, and let this sleazy businessman(?) know that this type of business model is simply not acceptable.

BUT DON'T TAKE MY WORD FOR IT!!

To test this for yourself - IMPORTANT - DO NOT DO IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A VIRUS SCANNER IN PLACE - Insert the following piece of code in between the head markers on a blank webpage. The open up the page in a browser. (Note: This code comes directly from the affiliate link page from popuptraffic.com. one of Standard Internets program).

Here's what my test this morning revealed:

First Pop-up - Stopped by McAfee - Downloader-TH TROJAN trying to install loader.ocx. This is SPYWARE. And 12Clicks (Ron), none of your juvinile responses are going to change this

Second Pop-up - Same as above

Third Pop-up - Free Screensavers - This program is known to carry with it coolwwwsearch and a number of other adware components, all guaranteed to make the user's internet experience a living hell. And here's the real catch. Uninstalling this piece of work does not get rid of it. The only way to clear your computer of this VERY aggressive adware is to use 2 or 3 adware/spyware removers. They will reboot your computer numerous times in safe mode, before this scumware is eradicated. Until you remove this, expect pop-up after pop-up that Win XP and the other pop-up stoppers can't stop.

And why should you care. This is why. Not only does the removal of these pieces of scumware cost businesses millions of dollars each year, but they also cost YOU money. Here's how. The surfer decides to click on an advertisement for your site. 12Clicks program pops up another site in front of yours. The surfer either get's pissed off and closes both windows, or goes to the first window he see's...12Clicks.

Forth Pop-up - Free Ringtones - same action as Free screensavers

And I searched and searched for a disclaimer for screensavers or freeringtones that indicates that you are also agreeing to a host of adware being installed on your computer, I can't find it.

I guarantee, 12Clicks will post his normal diversion response, and I welcome it. But, for the rest of you, be rest assured, I never make a claim without thoroughly investigating first. I've given you all the steps you need to test this for yourself. Have fun.

02-03-2005, 08:29 AM
49thParallel So Fucking Banned Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 1,197	12Clicks and Standard Internet - Stop this Scum Every day, I see post after post of people complaining about adware/spywqare infected computers. The source of most of this scumware comes from our very own 12Clicks. The simple truth is, he is COSTING YOU MONEY!! His aggressive adware/spyware programs are popping up ads over top of your ads, and making the surfing experience for most users quite miserable. I know this industry is basically one of few or no business ethics, but come on people. Grow a spine, and let this sleazy businessman(?) know that this type of business model is simply not acceptable. BUT DON'T TAKE MY WORD FOR IT!! To test this for yourself - IMPORTANT - DO NOT DO IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A VIRUS SCANNER IN PLACE - Insert the following piece of code in between the head markers on a blank webpage. The open up the page in a browser. (Note: This code comes directly from the affiliate link page from popuptraffic.com. one of Standard Internets program). Here's what my test this morning revealed: First Pop-up - Stopped by McAfee - Downloader-TH TROJAN trying to install loader.ocx. This is SPYWARE. And 12Clicks (Ron), none of your juvinile responses are going to change this Second Pop-up - Same as above Third Pop-up - Free Screensavers - This program is known to carry with it coolwwwsearch and a number of other adware components, all guaranteed to make the user's internet experience a living hell. And here's the real catch. Uninstalling this piece of work does not get rid of it. The only way to clear your computer of this VERY aggressive adware is to use 2 or 3 adware/spyware removers. They will reboot your computer numerous times in safe mode, before this scumware is eradicated. Until you remove this, expect pop-up after pop-up that Win XP and the other pop-up stoppers can't stop. And why should you care. This is why. Not only does the removal of these pieces of scumware cost businesses millions of dollars each year, but they also cost YOU money. Here's how. The surfer decides to click on an advertisement for your site. 12Clicks program pops up another site in front of yours. The surfer either get's pissed off and closes both windows, or goes to the first window he see's...12Clicks. Forth Pop-up - Free Ringtones - same action as Free screensavers And I searched and searched for a disclaimer for screensavers or freeringtones that indicates that you are also agreeing to a host of adware being installed on your computer, I can't find it. I guarantee, 12Clicks will post his normal diversion response, and I welcome it. But, for the rest of you, be rest assured, I never make a claim without thoroughly investigating first. I've given you all the steps you need to test this for yourself. Have fun. Last edited by 49thParallel; 02-03-2005 at 08:31 AM..