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FTC report on P2P

by | Jun 24, 2005 | Uncategorized

In keeping with the zeitgeist, the FTC just issued a big report on P2Ps. It is a follow-on from their workshop in December. Briefly:• Consumers face risks when using commercial P2P file-sharing software programs, including risks related to data security, spyware and...

Say it ain’t so

by | Jun 23, 2005 | Uncategorized

Earlier we blogged somewhat confusedly about a new “certification” available from an antispyware vendor. This is always scary, it’s memories of WhenU all over again.More data is on the PC Tools site here. Here is the text:”PC Tools...

FTC nabs another bad apple

by | Jun 23, 2005 | Uncategorized

FTC goes after Trustsoft for marketing SpyKiller deceptively. Spykiller is listed on the SpywareWarrior Rogue/Suspect listA visit to their website reveals this message:Click to enlarge The FTC alleges that Trustsoft:• Aggressively and deceptively marketed SpyKiller,...