Adware-LNK.gen
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This is a generic detection covering LNK shortcut files created by various Adware programs. These files do not directly impact system performance, but may clutter a user's desktop, start menu, favorites, and other folders. Such LNK shortcuts are meant to direct users to software components or frequently point to URL shortcuts to web pages that contain advertising content.
