Adware.GotSmiley

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Nom:	Adware.GotSmiley
Niveau de risque :	Elevated
Description:	GotSmiley, a program by Claria (also known as Gator), allows you to choose from over 1,000 unique smileys and icons for your email messages. In exchange for their free software they bundle a program called Gain AdServer which provides you with targeted pop-up advertisements based on keywords it collects from websites while you browse. Claria's eWallet and Offer companion are also bundled along with GotSmiley.
Type:	TT_Adware
By:	Claria/Gator/Gain
Removal:	This infection can be removed using Spyware Doctor.

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