Free Search Engine May Not be the Best Thing
September 30, 2013
While perusing Wisecleaner.com, I came across a free local file search tool called “Wise JetSearch.” What seemed funny to me is why would the average user want to download a freeware search engine on their computer, when most come programmed with a sufficient model? Before reducing this pile of code to the recycle bin, let us take a look at what it offers:
“Wise JetSearch can help you search files or folders on all your local drives in just a few seconds. Input your keywords, select the drive and then start to search. After searching, Wise JetSearch will show you the searching results such as file/folder name, path, size and last modified date. Also, a right click can provide you with a direct and convenient way to deal with the file/folder you found out. What’s more, Wise JetSearch only takes up few system resources.”
It is described as a general search engine, nothing really sets it apart. Now let us inspect the specs closer: free of charge, that is not very exciting. It is fast and easy to use. Maybe I am wrong when those two traits are listed as some of the top specs, I know I am dealing with junk. You can search using wild cards. Wow, that is fancy-smancy. Lastly, it searches FAT drives. Stop the troops, we are saved. These freeware Web sites translate to crapware. They usually slow down your computer by downloading toolbars and spyware. If you would like to infect your computer, go here. But we did not recommend it.
Whitney Grace, September 30, 2013
Sponsored by ArnoldIT.com, developer of Augmentext
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