Free AntiSpyware for Windows XP

Microsoft recently released a newer beta version of their AntiSpyware tool. After downloading and installing this new version of Antispyware, I must say I was impressed. The tool found everything I threw at it, including a few that AdAware could not find. Microsoft has also implemented a network for people to join if they wish to combat new spyware. It is kind of like a huge lab if you will. Althought...

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What is Adware and Spyware?

Scott Brown

So you've heard of Adware, maybe even been a victim of spyware, but what is it exactly? Adware and Spyware is software which delivers ads via pop-up windows or a bar that appears on the computer screen. This is achieved by monitoring the users browsing activities and invading your privacy with pop-ups. Adware can include code that tracks a user's personal information and pass it onto third parties without the authorization or knowledge.

How does ADWARE/SPYWARE effect internet users ? These malicious components invade your PC and can be very difficult to remove, as well as causing your PC performance to drop significantly.

Various Symptoms - Sites adding icons to your desktop - Sites adding themselves to your internet favourites list - Toolbars and search bars attaching themselves to your browser - your default homepage and settings can be hijacked so you cant change them. - Adds extra advertising on webpages, or even replaces existing advertising. - Monitoring browsing habits for commercial purposes. - Gain access to passwords and credit card numbers - Slow PCs down by using up system resources.

Removing Adware/Spyware from your PC There are many programs available that will scan your system and clean off many type of Adware/Spyware. If you think you have Spyware or Adware then download one of these cleaning applications and scan your system, two of the most popular are Lavasofts Ad-Aware SE and Spybot which are both free to use.



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