Wanted to download a 3D screen saver from Smiley Central, but people say it will cause trouble with your computer. Does anybody know if it will or not, thanks
2006-08-10 13:00:07 · 20 answers · asked by animalreddog 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Programming & Design
if it contains a virus yes do a good virus scan i recommend the avast personal home edition www.avast.com
some of the screens savers you down load from the net do contain viruses
be carefull on those down loads do a good virus scan if one shows up rid it viruses can kill the hard drive your programs
if you computer is acting strange id'e say you got one or if it is running slower than normal
good luck run a good virus scan
just to be safe as i say I recommend the a v g home Edition Found on www.avast.com
it is free it scans all income and out going on your computer to include the web
2006-08-10 13:13:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The short answer is no but anything is possible with teh threat of viruses. Screen savers almost never hav emalicious code or anything else to harm your pc, excluding bogging the processor/memory which would only slow it down. If you have any doubts, uninstall it if you have installed it already and/or scan the files for viruses. Again, any doubt, scan the downloaded file for viruses.
2006-08-10 13:05:41 · answer #2 · answered by quantummaxq 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mean trojans and spywares...tut tut
Don't do it ;)
BUT You can download and play Insaniaquitarium by Popcap Games and you can create your own 3d aquarium screen saver. It's lovely and gorgeous. You should at least give it a try once ;)
2006-08-10 13:08:40 · answer #3 · answered by applejuice 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't take a chance. I once downloaded a screen saver that would keep changing pictures and it did that and also just about ruined my computer. Don't do it!!
2006-08-10 13:04:43 · answer #4 · answered by phoenixheat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It might be loaded with adware and spyware. You can always use an anti-virus to scan the executable file before you open it though. Otherwise just open it and if you get spyware, us AdAware or SpyWare Search & Destroy.
2006-08-10 13:06:01 · answer #5 · answered by Richie D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Advanced 3D Animation Software - http://3dAnimationCartoons.com/?FUEW
2016-05-10 19:24:58 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as long as u keep in mind that nothing is free and stay away from anything free when it comes to computers u will be ok. don't open any email with free offers, don't download free ring tones on ur phone . NOTHING IS FOR FREE! u set urself up for failure.
2006-08-10 13:05:08 · answer #7 · answered by naztman2000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi..In general downloading and installing screensavers can be dangerous, Smiley central products are spyware ridden (based on my own experience).However you can always find better and safer screensavers from trusted website.....for your own safety never click the free screensavers popups and ads ...goodluck
2006-08-10 13:24:56 · answer #8 · answered by Run for your life 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends if it has spyware and adware built in.
I'm in the process of testing, so I'll let you know how damaging it is to the PC.
2006-08-12 13:30:35 · answer #9 · answered by C93 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
smiley central caused problems for my pc
2006-08-10 13:03:00 · answer #10 · answered by celine8388 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋