Adware.CoolWebSearch Problems
CoolWebSearch is an adware that once ranged in 2005 and detected by AVG. So far according to the observations, Adware.CoolWebSearch attacks Windows platforms only. Though as an adware, CoolWebSearch manages to give rise to the following problems:
- Computer runs slow in general.
- Hourglass lingers longer than usual on desktop and Windows explorer.
- Random pop-ups occur to ruin surfing experience.
- Additional items are detected after its installation, including "shoppingwizard","offer optimizer", and "CasProg".
- Adware.CoolWebSearch would sometimes even prevent searching.
- The adware makes installed anti-virus programs keep sending warnings every couple hours that the computer is at risk.
