To avoid installation of potentially unwanted programs Internet users are advised to only install software that they trust and be very attentive when downloading freeware.
Most commonly software that install without user's consent cause unwanted ads, slows down user's operating system and can lead to privacy and security issues.
PC users should know that nowadays Internet is flooded with various potentially unwanted applications which install together with free software or through deceptive online banner ads. Computer users who have unwillingly installed a program can easily uninstall it using built in Windows features.