Something alarming which seems to be more and more commonplace are software installers which attempt to install other software. For example, suppose you are installing “ABC”. During the installation wizard, there is an option (turned on by default) to install “XYZ browser toolbar”. Unless you notice this and uncheck, this option, you now have some garbage you didn’t want.
A few installers I have seen which attempt to install other software:
- Apple products (iTunes, Safari and Quicktime all try to install each other)
- Windows Update (Live Essentials)
- Java (OpenOffice, Yahoo Toolbar)
- Winamp (Winamp Remote, Trial Music downloaders)
To avoid this, be careful when you install software and do not just click next through the screens as you don’t know what other garbage is embedded in the installer.
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