File name:
Always double check your task spelling if you are concerned about spyware or viruses, as often they use similar spelling for these Windows processes and tasks: bargains.exe
File type:
Exe program – Files with an extension of “exe” are executable programs.
What is it?
Bargains.exe is a file that would not have arrived on your computer as pre-installed software. This would have arrived as a software add-on via a software installation you did. The actual file location is listed below to help you verify if your file is in the proper location. Often spyware or virus programs are similar or like names placed elsewhere on your computer in different folders. This bargains.exe file is a software program that has the purpose of displaying ads on your screen from various merchants. These ads display as pop-up Windows on your computer. There are many BHO (browser help objects) associated with this adware. Visit bargains.exe for complete information on this task or process. If you would like help on other tasks or processes, you can view the entire process and task directory here.
What is the bargains.exe location, where is it stored on my computer?
This file can be found at C:\Program Files\BullsEye Network\bin\bargains.exe
Is bargains.exe spyware?
No, this Windows task is not spyware.
Is this software task considered adware or malware?
Yes. This is advertising related, so it is considered adware and may be causing popup Windows on your computer.
Is bargains.exe considered a virus or trojan?
No, this Windows task is not a virus or trojan program.
Would you recommend that I remove bargains.exe?
Yes, we would remove bargains.exe if it was on my computer. If you wish to do this, and you get an error message because you cannot access it, you should first terminate the task in your tasklist and then attempt to add it to your recycle bin again.