PakicetusAttocki is a type of adware, which is software that automatically displays or downloads advertising material such as banners or pop-ups when a user is online. It is designed to generate revenue for its creator by generating online clicks and page views for advertisers. This adware can also collect user’s personal information, track online activities, and change browser settings without user’s consent, making it a threat to both personal privacy and computer security. PakicetusAttocki infects computers through various methods. One common way is through bundled software, where the adware is hidden within the installation files of a legitimate program. When the user installs this program, the adware is also installed without their knowledge. Another method is through malicious websites or email attachments. When the user visits these sites or opens the attachments, the adware is automatically downloaded and installed onto their computer. Once infected, the computer will start displaying unwanted ads and pop-ups, and the user may notice a slowdown in their computer’s performance due to the adware using up system resources.