Varry Posted October 26, 2003 Posted October 26, 2003 (edited) Just in case anyone didn't already know about it; here is the google toolbar, which allows u to search something on google from your toolbar! here u can see it (it's in dutch here but also avaible in english of course ) Just noticed the new emoticon, and i already have a new variant for it: -TOOLBAR!! lol Edited October 26, 2003 by Varry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hardwarefreek Posted October 26, 2003 Posted October 26, 2003 It may be spyware as well Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Propane Posted October 26, 2003 Posted October 26, 2003 Its not It is a very good toolbar for IE - I switched to Mozilla Firebird (which has all the features of google toolbar in it) so I have no need for it - It also blocks popups Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montol Posted October 27, 2003 Posted October 27, 2003 I'd have to agree with Kevin that Firebird is an excellent piece of software. Easy to install, excellent password/cookie management, blocks popups, Google toolbar included, and less of a memory hog then IE. Excellent piece of software. The Google toolbar is both addictive and invaluble. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hardwarefreek Posted October 27, 2003 Posted October 27, 2003 I did a check, Google toolbar is a form of spyware in that, what it does is track your web browsing habits presumably this is to target advertising & popups at you. it is probably harmles though. I use spybot search & Destroy to get rid of unwanted stuff like this but everyone to their own! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
savethedodobird Posted October 27, 2003 Posted October 27, 2003 You could use Mozilla or Opera both of them have custimizable toolbars. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Varry Posted October 28, 2003 Posted October 28, 2003 When u install google toolbar they give u the choic of installing the version which gives information about your surfing habbits, or the private version without spyware, i run ad-aware all the time and never detected anything from google Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
O(V)eGA_l2el) Posted October 28, 2003 Posted October 28, 2003 Use Firebird, I do Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Propane Posted October 28, 2003 Posted October 28, 2003 (edited) That is mozilla firebird - just so you know Edited October 28, 2003 by Kevin_E_Cramer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrusk Posted October 28, 2003 Posted October 28, 2003 I just started using it and i like it alot. Doesnt take up too much room either It blocks every pop up ever! I havent had one pop up in a long time!! go google toolbar!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hardwarefreek Posted October 29, 2003 Posted October 29, 2003 Nortons Internet security firewall is also pretty good as is " Spybot" search & detroy to get rid of diallers etc, it's free from download.com Publisher's Description Spybot - Search & Destroy can detect and remove a multitude of adware files and modules from your computer. Spybot can also clean program and Web usage tracks from your system, which is especially useful if you share your computer with other users. Modules chosen for removal can be sent directly to the included file shredder, ensuring complete elimination from your system. And for advanced users, it allows you to fix Registry inconsistencies related to adware or malicious program installations. The handy online update feature ensures that Spybot always has the most current and complete listing of adware, dialers, and other uninvited system residents. Version 1.2 adds a variety of new and updated features, including an immunization option that allows you to block many spyware downloads before they get to your computer, and improved detection mechanisms for morphing files. http://download.com.com/3000-2144-10194058.html?tag=lst-0-1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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