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Elisabetta Buendia

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Aug 2, 2024, 11:38:35 PM8/2/24

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DriverDoc is another dubious application presented as a legitimate tool to update and install various drivers. Judging on appearance alone, DriverDoc may seem legitimate and useful, however, developers promote this app using the "bundling" method.

This application supposedly allows users to scan the system and detect outdated/missing drivers. Apparently, the 'free version' of DriverDoc is incapable of doing this and users are encouraged to purchase a more advanced version. It is currently unknown whether DriverDoc app can be trusted.

Be aware that there are hundreds of "bundled" apps (system optimizers, anti-virus suites, etc.) that feed users with false scan results and encourage them to purchase so-called 'full versions'. Once payments are submitted, however, these apps merely clean false lists - they deliver no real value for regular users.

Since developers proliferate DriverDoc using the "bundling" method, the application might also be deceptive. We strongly recommend that you uninstall DriverDoc, and certainly do not pay for any full version. You can download and install latest drivers from hardware manufacturers' websites (e.g., nvidia.com, amd.com, intel.com, and so on).

Note that "bundling" is often used to proliferate several potentially unwanted applications (typically, adware and browser hijackers). at once. Therefore, there is a high probability that DriverDoc is not the only app that has infiltrated your system. As well as removing DriverDoc, eliminate other dubious applications and browser plug-ins.

There are hundreds of potentially unwanted applications available online, all of which are very similar. Most offer 'useful features', however, few provide any real value. Potentially unwanted applications have only one purpose: to generate revenue for the developers.

Claims to enable useful functions are merely attempts to give the impression of legitimacy. Most PUAs cause unwanted redirects, deliver intrusive advertisements, gather sensitive information, and promote in-app purchases. They pose a direct threat to your privacy and web browsing safety, and thus should be uninstalled.

DriverDoc has an official download website, however, it is also distributed using the "bundling" method. Therefore, it is likely to infiltrate computers without users' consent. "Bundling" is stealth installation of third party apps together with regular software/apps.

Developers do not disclose PUA installations properly and hide these apps within various sections (usually "Custom" or "Advanced" settings) of the download/installation processes. Furthermore, many users often rush when downloading/installing software and skip steps.

Lack of knowledge and careless behavior are the main reasons for computer infections. The key to computer safety is caution. Therefore, pay close attention when downloading/installing software and browsing the Internet. Select "Custom/Advanced" settings and carefully analyze each download/installation step.

Opt-out of additionally-included programs and decline offers to download/install them. You are also advised to avoid using third party downloaders/installers. These tools often include rogue apps, and using them is not recommended. Software should be downloaded from official sources only, using direct download links.

These ads may seem legitimate, but most redirect to dubious websites (gambling, adult dating, pornography, etc.). If you encounter these ads, remove dubious applications and browser plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with PUAs, we recommend running a scan with Malwarebytes for Windows to automatically eliminate them.

Right-click on the Start icon, select Apps and Features. In the opened window search for the application you want to uninstall, after locating it, click on the three vertical dots and select Uninstall.

After uninstalling the potentially unwanted application, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.

Click the Edge menu icon (at the upper-right corner of Microsoft Edge), select "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons and click "Remove" below their names.

If you continue to have problems with removal of the driverdoc potentially unwanted application, reset your Microsoft Edge browser settings. Click the Edge menu icon (at the top right corner of Microsoft Edge) and select Settings.

Select Restore settings to their default values. In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Microsoft Edge settings to default by clicking the Reset button.

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