LG Monitors Found to Install Adware on PCs
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LG Monitors Found to Install Adware on PCs

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LG monitors are reportedly installing an application called 'LG Monitor App Installer' on connected computers, raising privacy concerns. The issue isn’t limited to recent models and affects a range of LG displays.

The discovery came to light recently, with users reporting the presence of the software on their systems without explicit knowledge or consent. Gizmodo notes that it may be difficult for users to even realize the 'LG Monitor App Installer' is running on their PC.

While the exact functionality and data collection practices of the application remain unclear, its installation without clear user notification has sparked criticism. The concern centers around potential privacy implications and unwanted software being added to personal computers. LG has not yet issued a public statement addressing these concerns as of the time of this report.

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