SourceForge Installer
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Original author(s) | Sourceforge |
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Developer(s) | Sourceforge |
Written in | C++? |
Operating system | Linux, OS X, Windows |
Type | Installer, Adware |
Website | sourceforge |
The Sourceforge Installer is software that is included in some downloads from Sourceforge. It is often bundled with adware and crapware designed to trick people into installing unwanted software. Sourceforge has been criticized about its use of this installer.[1][2]
References
- ^ "Warning: Don't Download Software From SourceForge If You Can Help It". www.howtogeek.com. Retrieved 2016-03-31.
- ^ "SourceForge's new Installer bundles program downloads with adware - gHacks Tech News". gHacks Technology News. Retrieved 2016-03-31.