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2016

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the term when a simple search on Google, Bing or Yahoo website is redirecting you to some unwanted websites
A
Browsing redirect
B
Browser redirect
C
Browser indirect
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A browser hijacker is a malware program that modifies web browser settings without the user’s permission and redirects the user to websites the user had not intended to visit.

Detailed explanation-2: -Google redirects to Bing happen because a browser hijacker has infected your system. It is a type of malware that forcefully alters your browser settings to promote suspicious websites.

Detailed explanation-3: -When your default search engine redirects to Yahoo, it means that malware, better known as a browser hijacker, has infected your browser. It modifies your browser settings without your knowledge or permission. That’s why it’s classified as a potentially unwanted application (PUA).

Detailed explanation-4: -This virus is a browser hijacker that diverts all of your searches through Google.com.

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