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It is possible. Be sure to scan any downloads with your anti-virus software.
Yes you might I did and my computer restarted whenever I ran Limewire, I got the virus a few days after I downloaded Limewire and I uninstalled Limewire and reinstalled it but it kept restarting my computer so I couldn't use it again and then even when I uninstalled it it restarted my computer for no reason and the virus wont get picked in my anti virus software.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoNo. Limewire does not give you a virus. Like many tools that connect to the internet, Limewire can be used to download a virus. This is no difference than downloading an infected file through your web browser or email client. Avoiding infected files on Limewire is very easy. Limewire includes the ability to look up files through an external service known as Bitzi, where people can report if files are legitimate, virus-free, and of good quality. If the file has only bad reviews, or has none at all, just don't download it.
Tip:
Avoid downloading dangerous file types...
The below list may not contain all the dangerous file types.
*.exe (Executable Files / Programs)
*.bat (Batch Files)
*.com
*.vbs
*.pif
*.scr (Screen Savers)
*.shs
*.lnk
*.js (Java Script)
*.*.* (Files that have more that one file extention, example: screensaver.txt.exe)
*.zip (Compressed files that contain one or more of the above file types.)
Most infected files on Limewire contain the words "cracked", "keygen", "full version", or "with serial".
If you decide to download an infectable file type, make sure that you have a good anti-malware scanner like MalwareBytes, at http://www.malwarebytes.org/mbam-download.php
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∙ 14y agodownloading limewire software does not give you a virus...the files that are downloaded from limewire like downloading music can give you a virus, that's why I do not use limewire or frostwire or any file-sharing websites, because my past experience with file-sharing websites and limewire was not pleasant.
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∙ 14y agoanything on the internet where you transfer files can give you viruses. unless of course you have a mac.
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∙ 13y agoYes, LimeWire will most likely give you a virus, it uses P2P which means your computer is connected to the other persons, If you need music just use YouTube
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∙ 14y agoyes
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∙ 14y agoYup!
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Does Frostwire give your computer viruses?
absolutely not it is 100% safe.
What is better Bearshare or Frostwire?
Limewire, less viruses
Can your computer get viruses by downloading itunes?
sometimes ! it depends on where u get it from ! from limewire,frostwire that has viruses but if you have a cd but not burned from limewire/frostwire it has to be a cd that you bought or a cd thats been copied but it was copied from a bought cd that has no viruses just lime and frost
Does Frostwire Get a lot less viruses then LimeWire does?
to my knowledge, i use frostwire and have yet to see a virus from it, and my dad has had to whipe his cpu twice cuz of limewire
What makes viruses?
On a computer or laptop, sometimes these websites make viruses... www.picnik.com, frostwire, limewire, and foxwire. That's pretty much all.
What are the risks of Frostwire?
Frostwire has no built-in risk; when downloaded from it's official website, it is free and clean of viruses. When being used, it has the exact same potential for misuse and carelessness as Limewire.
Where can you download walk it out by unk?
go to download.com and download frostwire, its just like limewire with no viruses
Does frostwirecom have any viruses?
No, But still be carefull about what you download. Frostwire in and of itself is virus free but what you download from it may have a virus.
Will frost wire give your computer a virus?
Since Frostwire is a file share, there will be some risk of catching a virus from it. Some songs and files may have viruses in them. Scan those files before you open them.
Ares and frost wire which one is the best?
It's pretty much your own opinion. Ares downloads slower but has no viruses and is easy to use. FrostWire downloads fast, but may have many viruses. FrostWire is also very easy to use. My conclusion is if you have excellent virus protection and you don't mind taking a risk, then FrostWire. But, if you do not want your computer virus infected but also have patience for downloads, then Ares.
Is frostwire going to damage my computer?
If You've Tryed LimeWire. Its Just Like It. But It Can Lead To Viruses. And Your Computer May Get Slow.
Is there such thing as FrostWire?
FrostWire Yes there is a FrostWire.
