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There is a lot to like about Cnet downloads. Huge selection, can filter by price (or "free"), and more importantly they check each and every download for viruses or spyware. Thanks Cnet!
I just noticed a piece of software I developed is on CNET. I never gave permission and there's no way to have it taken down. What they're doing is illegal. They're pirating software and giving it out for free. Almost as bad, they're known to package spy, bloat and malware in with their products to give the pirated software a bad rep even though it's CNET trying to make money with damaging addons. Don't download from them. They're dodgy on all sides.
At one time, I recommended CNET's download.com to anyone looking for software downloads. It was my own first choice until the company broke it's policy of scanning all software downloads for viruses, malware, or adware by installing its own malware and adware. This is what happens when MBAs start taking over and everything has to be monetized, because all those people can read are dollar signs. Obviously, Sean Murphy's fixation on the almighty has blinded him to the fact that he has invited parasites that soon will consume its host. I no longer consider download.com an ethical company and would use it only as a last resort in the event of an emergency.
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