2006-08-10 01:39:48 · 15 answers · asked by Motorpsycho 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
In my opinion, there is no "best", as new spyware is coming out all the time, so the "best" program may change frequently. Because of that, I download and installed multiple free spypare programs that I run at least once per month. Each program finds spyware that each of the other programs do not find. Below are my suggestions (for WinXP users):
Microsoft Windows Defender:
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx
Lavasoft Adaware:
http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaware/
Spybot - Search & Destroy:
http://www.safer-networking.org/
Good Luck!
2006-08-10 01:58:06 · answer #1 · answered by Chris S 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
When it comes to anti-spyware software, you ought to use 2 even 3 programs. Here are 3 of the best:
1. Adaware
http://www.lavasoftusa.com/
2. Spysweeper
http://www.webroot.com/
3. Windows Defender
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=435bfce7-da2b-4a6a-afa4-f7f14e605a0d&displaylang=en
NOTE: While it is beneficial to have several anti-spyware, IT IS NOT good to have more than 1 anti-virus program, as they would conflict with each other and cause problems.
2006-08-10 01:47:45 · answer #2 · answered by EDDie 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I am sure there are many anti-spyware programs out there. One has to decide which is best for them. I suggest you go onto the internet and search and read up on the various anti-spyware programs available.
2006-08-10 01:43:48 · answer #3 · answered by 'Barn 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Spysweeper is one of the best, but I would recommend using multiple anti-spyware programs.
I personally use spysweeper, adaware, spybot and zonealarm pro and a firewalled router.
I surf the net constantly. and I find that the more protection I use the safer my machine is. I also use both IE and firefox browsers and constantly switch between both to ensure my system is running smoothly.
It takes a lot of work to protect yourself online and if you don't, then expect to have problems! (i.e. viruses, etc.)
p.s. I used to earn a living custom building pc's, but now, almost all of my side gigs involve restoring pc's infected by viruses, trojan horses, keyloggers, etc. etc. It's a very profitable time for me.
do yourselves a favor and protect yourself the best you can. If not, be prepared to pay a nice sum retrieving all your personal files.
2006-08-10 02:51:02 · answer #4 · answered by wil s 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I like Spyware Search & Destroy used in combination with Ad-aware.
Spyware Search and Destroy:
http://www.safer-networking.org/
Ad-aware:
http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaware/
2006-08-10 01:43:33 · answer #5 · answered by bradyb 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Spyware Doctor.....
2006-08-10 01:43:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Spybot Search and Destroy...
You can find it here: http://www.safer-networking.org/
I've also been hearing good things about Ewido at http://free.grisoft.com
And if you're willing to pay for the service, AdAware Pro is one of the best out there... but I'm not fond of the Agent that stays running, and I have to minimize everytime I boot up Windows.
You can find AdAware at: http://www.lavasoftusa.com/support/download/
2006-08-10 01:42:54 · answer #7 · answered by Village Idiot 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spybot
2006-08-10 01:43:04 · answer #8 · answered by Mohan 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
spyware doctor , yahoo antispyware free
2006-08-10 01:47:05 · answer #9 · answered by B.K 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Webroot spy sweeper it got everything I use it on my pc and my daughter came over and said popcorn.com had taken over her sons pc and would not remove its self so i gave her my webroot cd and it removed a Trojan and a virus. I love it and am very pleased with it good luck Grandma Rosey
2006-08-10 01:48:05 · answer #10 · answered by ROSEY 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋