What is PC ScanAndSweep?
By Ascentive
What is it?
PC ScanAndSweep from Ascentive, the group that does the FinallyFastPC informercials, is a PC optimization program. PC ScanAndSweep has also been included with bundled installations as well as bundles the Ascentive Performance Center product which is not uninstalled when PC ScanAndSweep is uninstalled.
Why should I uninstall PC ScanAndSweep?
If not being actively used, Ascentive's PC ScanAndSweep should be disabled from running as it utilizes needed PC resources even when the system is idled. It is configured to auto start and run in the background when your PC boots. It is recommended if you want to continue running PC ScanAndSweep, you should only use it on demand and start it manually.
Typical installation path: C:\Program Files\ascentive\pc scanandsweep\
Description from Ascentive“Each time you use your computer, temporary files and junk files can pile up behind-the-scenes. Over time these files can take up huge amounts of space on your computer and cause your system to run slowly. PC Scan & Sweep is an easy-to-use program that finds junk files on your PC and wipes them away in just one click. Our Windows cleanup software is that simple! Ascentive's junk file removal & registry cleanup software is easy to use and even easier to download. There are no complicated settings, no confusing manuals to read and no annoying 3rd party ad popups. With a simple one-click download and step-by-step Easy-Install, Ascentive Software is the perfect solution to get your PC up to speed.”
Publisher about URL: http://www.ascentive.com/
Other programs by Ascentive
- PC SpeedScan Pro
- Performance Center
- ActiveSpeed
- Spyware Striker
- ActiveSpeed
About Ascentive
Ascentive LLC, maker of Finallyfast software, is an U.S. company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania . The company offers a variety of products and services intended to eliminate spyware, malware and other undesirable programs which may exist on a user's computer. In addition, Ascentive sells a host of optimizing software products , which are intended to maximize the performance of a personal computer . Ascentive offers free trials for almost all of its products. In addition, the company provides software updates and replacements. Ascentive offers customer support as well. The company has reportedly received various awards and accolades from several industry publications.
More about Ascentive...Ascentive web site: www.ascentive.com
Files installed by Ascentive
- contest.dll (ConnectionTester by Ascentive)
- apcmain.exe (Ascentive Performance Center by Ascentive LLC)
- asccontest.dll (Ascentive ConnectionTester by Ascentive)
- apcmain.exe (Ascentive Performance Center by Ascentive)
Ascentive policies
The following can be found in Ascentive's privacy policies and terms of service:
“Our software may include links or recommendations for other Ascentive products that would complement your current purchase. If you decide to activate ”
How to Automatically Uninstall PC ScanAndSweep (with Boost)
If you you do not have Boost installed yet, download Boost and enjoy your PC.
Open Boost by either double-clicking the Boost icon 
in your notification area next to your PC's clock, or single-clicking the Boost icon and clicking the Open Boost button on the top left of the Boost notification window.
If you are not currently on the My PC screen of the main Boost window, click the My PC tab.
Click the Optimize programs button 
, this will launch the Program Optimization screen.
Locate the program in the list called PC ScanAndSweep by Ascentive. (The program could be listed under any of the section such as Uninstall Recommended, Possible Uninstall, etc. based on how well PC ScanAndSweep performs on your PC.)
PC ScanAndSweep by Ascentive
To the right of the list item, click the Uninstall 
button and Boost will completely remove PC ScanAndSweep from your PC.
How to Manually Uninstall PC ScanAndSweep (with Windows)
Use Add/Remove Programs control panel in Windows makes to uninstall PC ScanAndSweep. Follow the appropriate instructions below to use this control panel.
Windows 7
From the Start menu, select Control Panel.
In Large or Small icon view, click Programs and Features. If you're using Category view, under "Programs", click Uninstall a program.
Select PC ScanAndSweep from the list of programs, and click Uninstall. Alternatively, right-click the program and select Uninstall.
Windows Vista
From the Start menu, select Control Panel.
In Classic View, double-click Programs and Features. In Control Panel Home view, under "Programs", click Uninstall a program.
Select PC ScanAndSweep from the program list, and click Uninstall. Alternatively, right-click the program and select Uninstall.
Windows XP
From the Start menu, select Control Panel.
Click the Add or Remove Programs icon.
Select PC ScanAndSweep from the list of programs and click Remove.