Can't get rid of some annoying 'malware'

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I have a piece of software on my PC that I want to get rid of. It's called Internet Speed Checker and is resistant to the usual efforts. I am not sure how it got here.

When I try to uninstall using Control Panel > Programs & Features, the process doesn't complete.

When I search for the program name, or components, nothing is found. Ditto for the registry.

When I Google for information, the main information returned recommends the steps listed above.

I tried a System Restore, but this did not flush it out.

It's not regarded as a virus, so my AVG scan is not isolating it.

It loads pop-ups in the browser (Chrome), even though pop-ups are blocked. In addition to the pop-ups, it amends the web page to create hyperlinks out of specific words.

The only option I have not tried is to download third-party software, but I am averse to introducing software that could worsen the problem.

Any suggestions ?
 
If removing it though the usual Control Panel > Programs & Features > Uninstall a program isn't working, try the steps listed here.

Revo Uninstaller and Malwarebytes are both 100% kosher and won't add to your problems; indeed I keep the latter installed on my own machine and run it once a month or so. It often picks up on things that antivirus programs miss.
 
Very good. It and Glary Utilities (which also has a built-in malware scan, although I doubt it's as thorough/efficient as the more specialised Malwarebytes).

Prevention is always better than cure. ;)
 
Malwarebytes is the way to go. I have been using it for years, never let me down, definitely reaches into areas others can't reach :)
 
Malwarebytes seems (fingers crossed) to have done the trick. Thanks for your help with this.
 
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