DesktopClock

The DesktopClock adware advertises itself as a program that will provide computer users with various types of clocks that will be displayed on their desktops. DesktopClock may look like a useful application. However, one of DesktopClock's intentions is to display advertisements on the user's PCs. The DesktopClock adware can be noticed under the 'Advanced' or 'Custom' option of freeware bundles present on many software distribution platforms. The creators of the DesktopClock adware have programmed it to show pop-up windows, inline advertisements and banners to create affiliate marketing revenue. The DesktopClock also may use Flash and HTTP cookies to register what websites you like to browse. The information may be used to display related commercials. The DesktopClock adware also may collect another kind of information such as your browsing history to help advertisers direct targeted marketing content to your Web browser. The actions of the DesktopClock adware may slow down your Web browser and prevent you from accessing the content you are looking for on the Internet. DesktopClock's advertisements may redirect PC users to corrupted websites, phishing tactics and suspicious online shops. Moreover, the DesktopClock adware may edit your Windows Registry and browser settings to change your homepage and default search provider. The DesktopClock adware may be inserted into all major Web browsers such as Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome. Therefore, you are advised to use a credible anti-malware product to delete the Peapoon adware from your PC.