What is BleepingComputer?

BleepingComputer was founded in 2004 after Abrams could not find existing technical support sites that could offer easy-to-understand instructions for his friends and family.

What is Windows tweaking utility?

Windows Tweaking Utility is a fake rogue anti-spyware program that is part of the Fake Microsoft Security Essentials infection. When this infection is installed on your computer it will display a fake Microsoft Security Essentials alert that states that it has detected an Unknown Win32/Trojan on your computer. This alert will state:

Is Windows tweaking utility a scam?

In order to get to your normal Windows desktop, you will need to close the Windows Tweaking Utility program when it has finished its fake scan. As you can see this program is a scam as it is ransoming the proper operation of your computer until you purchase it.

Why is BleepingComputer a domain name?

The domain name bleepingcomputer.com originates from the sounds made by a broken computer and because a user might want to curse at a computer when it does not work properly.