Installing obviously fake programs to see what happens
Source: YouTube · Bog · published Aug 24, 2026 · 21:52
BLUF: The video documents an experiment where the creator intentionally clicks on fake download buttons from suspicious ads to install potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) and malware, ultimately discovering that while Microsoft Defender caught some threats, a significant amount of bloatware and suspicious software remained undetected 2:15.
Key Takeaways:
• The creator installed various fake utilities like RAM boosters and driver updaters, which often installed additional hidden software like "Web Companion" or fake browser extensions without clear consent 1:06.
• One fake "Free Robux" generator resulted in the browser downloading over 1,000 screenshot files, demonstrating how these ads can trigger massive, unwanted file downloads 7:41.
• Microsoft Defender successfully blocked and detected a Trojan virus from a fake Bitcoin miner installer, forcing the user to manually bypass security to complete the experiment 19:32.
• A comprehensive scan with Malwarebytes revealed 98 potential threats, highlighting that standard real-time protection often misses the sheer volume of adware and PUPs installed through these deceptive links 20:55.
Closing Statement: The experiment reveals that while modern antivirus software provides some protection, clicking on deceptive download ads leads to a significant accumulation of unwanted software and privacy risks that are difficult to fully eradicate.
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We've all tried to download something from the internet and accidentally clicked on one of those ads that pretend to be the real download button. Well, what would happen if you actually clicked only on those ads? What kind of programs would it install? Would there be any viruses? Well, I want to find out. At the end, I'll try to run an antivirus software to see how many viruses we end up installing. Now, of course, there is Microsoft Defender. I'm not sure it's really defending a lot, but for now I'm going to keep it on to see if it actually protects my PC. Also, I've set up a fake Steam account and installed one of my favorite video games where I'm currently getting about 90 to 80 FPS. So, once I install all of the viruses, I'm going to try to launch the game and play it again to see how …