I am using Norton for gamers and I looked in my utilities and it said I have an unwanted program "RelevantKnowledge". I tried uninstalling this but it doesn't let me (Windows says there's an "Error") and Norton doesn't scan it as harmful even though I've read it is a data harvester. What should I do to remove RelevantKnowledge from my computer??? If it helps, This got downloaded on my computer after I accidentally downloaded adware. I could remove every program from it except for this one.
silik0n:I am using Norton for gamers and I looked in my utilities and it said I have an unwanted program "RelevantKnowledge".
@silik0n
checking in - were you able to remove unwanted program?
YEP!! Bleepcomputer it was, I mis-labeled it.
SA
SoulAsylum:All: Malwarebytes offers a removal guide over on their forums as well that may be useful.
I think you posted Bleeping Computer Remove the RelevantKnowledge PUP link from 2017
I did not post Malwarebytes Removal instructions for RelevantKnowledge because it's from 2016
https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/183518-removal-instructions-for-relevantknowledge/
as always, your mileage may vary
All: Malwarebytes offers a removal guide over on their forums as well that may be useful.
SA
How to remove RelevantKnowledge adware (Virus Removal Guide) Published on January 20, 2020
RelevantKnowledge is an adware program that displays pop-up ads and unwanted advertisements not originating from the sites you are browsing. These RelevantKnowledge advertisements will be shown as boxes containing coupons, as underlined keywords (in-text ads), pop-up ads or advertising banners.
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When it is installed, the RelevantKnowledge will display advertisements when you search on Google and on web sites that you visit. The RelevantKnowledge advertisements may have a different text under the pop-up: “Ads X”, “Powered by RelevantKnowledge”, “Advertisements by RelevantKnowledge”, “Brought to you by RelevantKnowledge”, “Ads by RelevantKnowledge” or “Ads powered by RelevantKnowledge”.
The RelevantKnowledge ads will typically be shown in the header in strange positions or overlaying the content of the web page. These RelevantKnowledge ads are for adult sites, online web games, fake software updates, and unwanted programs.
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This malware removal guide may appear overwhelming due to the number of steps and numerous programs that are being used. We have only written it this way to provide clear, detailed, and easy to understand instructions that anyone can use to remove malware for free.
Please perform all the steps in the correct order. If you have any questions or doubts at any point, stop and ask for our assistance.
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Please review: https://malwaretips.com/blogs/remove-relevant-knowledge/