“OpenCandy (OC) is a relatively new [as of February 2014] advertising product that more and more software developers are bundling with their programs. It can now be found in the installers of dozens of popular programs including IZArc, mirC, PrimoPDF, Trillian Astra and more.
OpenCandy employs some controversial techniques in its operation and this has created some heated discussions in internet forums and blogs. Some say it is adware or spyware while others say it is just another legitimate form of advertising. Whatever, you need to be aware of this product and its potential pitfalls.
Harmless Advertising or a New Form of Spyware[?]
Now to some readers all this may sound harmless enough but there is more to it: [read the article at www.techsupportalert.com. Also read the comments.]