2007-02-14 03:52:24 · 11 answers · asked by kcooper121 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
You've already got a lot of good recommendations for anti-spyware programs in the answers so far, so I'm not going to add any more.
Just one thing, though: If it is a pop-up browser window alerting you that you have a spyware problem, and the pop-up is advertising an antispyware or security program, DO NOT buy what the pop-up is selling!! Any program advertising like that is most likely either ineffective, misleading (for example, scans for free then tells you it costs to clean), or is itself spyware.
Anyway, hope all goes well with getting your computer clean. Good luck!
2007-02-14 04:03:21 · answer #1 · answered by Navigator 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best page I found about spyware (and viruses & adware) is the one listed below from ez computer tips. It has worked every time I have used it, even for the bad ones. If you already have anti-virus software then don't download the one they recommend. Two anti-virus programs on your computer is a BAD thing. Just follow the instructions and it will save you a trip to the computer repair shop.
The best defense against spyware is downloading and using Firefox instead of Internet Explorer.
FYI: Internet Explorer is the biggest reason people get spyware.
2007-02-14 04:41:32 · answer #2 · answered by biggy4269 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
CounterSpy v.2 has just been released. This is arguably the most powerful anti-spyware program available. It runs rings around any freeware you care to mention as well as most paid programs. It costs very little ($19.95) but the best thing is that you can try it for free for 15 days. So, if you want or get rid of spyware, adware, malware, trojans and keyloggers, try CounterSpy, you won't be disappointed.
Regards, Zyfert http://spyware.cybersprout.com
2007-02-14 10:16:51 · answer #3 · answered by Zyfert 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can find top 5 anti-spywares reviews,comparisons and download links on
http://www.spyware-detectors.net
You can download and scan your PC for free.
2007-02-15 13:36:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The following are all free and legitimate:
Spyware Tools:
http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ad-aware_se_personal.php
http://www.safer-networking.org
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsdefender
http://www.merijn.org/programs.php
2007-02-14 03:57:29 · answer #5 · answered by Yoi_55 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
http://www.zonelabs.com/ (firewall)
http://www.lavasoft.com/ (ad-aware)
http://www.safer-networking.org/ (spybot s&d)
http://free.grisoft.com/freeweb.php/doc/2/ (avg Anti-Virus)
http://www.filehippo.com/download_ccleaner/ (Crap Cleaner)
http://personal.inet.fi/business/toniarts/files/EClea2_0.exe (Easy Cleaner)
http://www.download.com/ (A useful site for just about anything & everything else)
2007-02-14 10:06:23 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yahoo tool bar or search bar has a good one, you can download.
2007-02-14 04:05:10 · answer #7 · answered by Hi T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Microsoft has one called windows defender,Iuse it and had no problems so far.
2007-02-14 08:35:05 · answer #8 · answered by taxed till i die,and then some. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
avg anti-virus
avg anti-spyware
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1
2007-02-14 03:55:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ad aware very good and free
2007-02-14 03:56:05 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋