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What is this BackWeb program?
I recently found that this program was slowing down my computer, so I uninstalled it. So far so good...
This "program" appeared when my cable modem service was set up. I didn't notice it untill I was browsing through my hard drive, looking for junk to delete.
My, other comp, which is XP got hooked up with broadband too, from the same company, same day. But it doesn't have Backweb...
What do you guys think this Backweb is? Is it only on ME?
I just spent 2 hours on my sister-in-laws comp removing spyware and junk. Spybot found backweb lite but didn't automatically put a check next to it like the others it found so I left it on for now until I find out what it is also.
Anyone got ideas???
BackWeb is a generic, background downloading tool that software vendors can incorporate into their product to download data (e.g. product updates) to the user's PC. Its operation depends on the instructions given to it by the individual software vendor who bundles it.
BackWeb has been associated with numerous large companies working on a corporate level to deliver timely information and updates. Essentially, BackWeb is a communications program whereby a large amount of users may be contacted in an instant.
Information may be collected from many sources including applications which may then be delivered to the collection site. Further, this technology is based upon an open architecture whereby third-party developers may develop customized applications to meet their needs.
BackWeb has plug-in module capabilities to further extend features and capabilities of the core program. One such established plug-in module is the "BackWeb Polite Upstream" which allows for the reverse flow of communications. Communications from the client may be delivered to the server for assimilation into a collection point for further processing.
May use port 6670 (as may Deep Throat 1,2 & 3.x, Foreplay, Reduced Foreplay, WinNuke eXtreame, and other programs.)