2006-08-02 12:52:57 · 28 answers · asked by chicken crazy 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
There are plenty of FREE versions of very good software.
CCleaner
Ad-Aware
AVG
Avast!
There are four with free slightly-limited versions that come to mind. In fact, I use all four, myself.
There are also some good firewall programs. I don't know their names but C/Net is a wonderful source for reviews as well as downloads of assorted buy-or-free programs.
I'd not use my computer in your situation until I have downloaded and installed the free stuff. Use your local public library to research what programs you need in addition to the above and/or what you do have that is operational.
Finally, check at the library to see if there is a local computer club. If so, contact it. Try your local highschool or college for an instructor who will assist you in getting free stuff, as well.
Best of luck.
Added: MS has Malware that you can download for free if you are a registered user.
2006-08-02 13:02:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is very efficient free antispyware programs, such as Seek & Destroy. There is even a free (beta) antispyware from Microsoft. Just search their website.
2006-08-02 12:57:10 · answer #2 · answered by zircO 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-08-28 13:42:35 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Free Ewido antispyware by AVG antivirus
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/ewido-anti-spyware-free/lng/us/tpl/v5
2006-08-02 13:00:57 · answer #4 · answered by freethinker 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One free one that I keep on my computer is SPYBOT SEARCH AND DESTROY - It'll find any BAD and destroy it and help keep your computer in good shape. The other I have is Windows Defender Beta 2 and it'll keep your computer in good shape. Both are free downloads. You can always go to www.ask.com and in the question block type in your question...Where can I get Spybot free download? Then after you get that one, do the same for Windows Defender Beta 2. Both are great - were recommended to me by pros after I paid big bucks to have virus removed.
2006-08-02 13:16:22 · answer #5 · answered by 55PAT33 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use avg and ad-aware it works well for me. I found links to them at kommando.com
PS I am not sure if there is 1 m or 2m,s
These are free downloads and I have been using them for 3 years with very little trouble
2006-08-02 13:00:03 · answer #6 · answered by danzka2001 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
★★ SECURITY SOFTWARE & TIPS ★★
◙ The very best virus scanners are free. Mcafee & Norton Antivirus are mostly hype and won't do as good as the free ones. -- About.com & Smart Computing Magazine
◙ Download and install AVG. Use it first and see if it finds any viruses or trojans.
☞ http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1
◙ After running AVG go here and run this virus scanner online. There is no need to install it on your computer.
☞ http://housecall.trendmicro.com/
◙ Microsoft's New Live Safety Center. Download this scanner to check and remove spyware, viruses, get rid of obsolete files and junk off your computer, and improve your PCs performance.
☞ http://safety.live.com/site/en-US/default.htm?s_cid=msep
◙ The Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool checks computers running Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows Server 2003 for infections by specific, prevalent malicious software—including Blaster, Sasser, and Mydoom—and helps remove any infection found. When the detection and removal process is complete, the tool displays a report describing the outcome, including which, if any, malicious software was detected and removed. You can run this tool online FREE.
☞ http://www.microsoft.com/security/malwareremove/default.mspx
◙ Best spyware remover is Ad Aware. Download and install the free version.
◙ http://www.lavasoft.de/software/adaware/
◙ Here is a wealth of information about fighting spyware and spyware producers. Join their free forum for answers to your questions. -- Smart Computing Magazine
☞ http://www.spywareinfo.com/
☞ http://www.spywarewarrior.com/
☞ http://www.google.com/search?q=adware+info
◙ Before downloading email attachments in Gmail and Yahoo Mail click on the link that says, "Scan With Norton Antivirus".
◙ Before downloading any software from the internet type it into http://groups.google.com/ to see if that title is known for spyware or viruses. Google Groups has over 1 billion posts spanning 25 years to help you. Even after checking it there ALWAYS scan it before opening it. You just can't be too careful. -- Smart Computing Magazine
◙ A lot of the download sites like http://www.download.com/ and http://www.tucows.com/ scan software before releasing it to the public. But just for safety sake you should still scan it yourself.
◙ If you have a broadband modem or network router the firewall in these is not as effective as a software firewall. The firewall that comes with Windows XP isn't very good either. Download ZoneAlarm and your system will be a lot safer. -- Smart Computing Magazine
☞ http://www.zonealarm.com/
◙ Here is a really great article on browser hijacking. This will show you how to get rid of it. There is a tutorial and software to get rid of part of it. You'll need to make some changes to your computer's registry to get rid of the rest of it. Click on the chatroom link on their main page if you need help.
☞ http://www.spywareinfo.com/articles/hijacked/
◙ Here is Yahoo!'s Internet Security section.
☞ http://security.yahoo.com/
◙ Get more information at these PC Magazine Web sites.
☞ http://www.pcmag.com/
☞ http://www.smartcomputing.com/
◙ Top 100 Computer & Software Magazines.
☞ http://netvalley.com/top100mag.html
2006-08-02 12:58:35 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can try using ClamAV or download the Google Pack which includes Notron SE 2005. That might help.
2006-08-02 12:56:39 · answer #8 · answered by curriegrad2004 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
TRY avast! Virus Cleaner
avast! Virus Cleaner is available free for every user. This tool will help you remove selected worm infections from your computer.
http://www.avast.com/eng/avast_cleaner.html
2006-08-02 13:04:15 · answer #9 · answered by cwsmith 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get free: AdAware spyware prog. at: www.download.com
There is a very good anti-virus program called AVG.
You can download it from: www.grisoft.com
Between these two programs you should be able to clean up your computer 100%.
Good Luck
2006-08-02 13:03:47 · answer #10 · answered by pappy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋