Hey, any information on spyware would be great since I know nothing about it! What is it, what exactly does it do, whats the best, where do I buy it?
Thank you soooo much!
2007-10-31 12:59:59 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
I'm so sorry- I dont know anything about it! heck, I dont even know what is is!! But, for the guy who said I had been on porn sites...no I haven't. I just need to know what spyware is.
Thanks
2007-10-31 13:12:11 · update #1
Hi. Spyware is a bad thing. You mean Anti-spyware. This is a good program to start with. http://free.grisoft.com/ and this is one of my current favorite all round programs. http://www.freewarefiles.com/program_9_102_14264.html
2007-10-31 13:03:46 · answer #1 · answered by Cirric 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
What is spyware?
Spyware is a general term used to describe software that performs certain behaviors such as (popup)advertising, collecting personal information, or changing the configuration of your computer, generally without appropriately obtaining your consent first.As a survey conducted by America Online found 80% of personal computers connected to the Internet are infested with spywares. Once the spyware is comfortably installed on your hard disk, it start doings its dirty job, which is usually popping up Ads,changing the configuration of your computer,collecting private information and relaying the info over the Internet to a mysterious third-party.
To remove spyware,there are many solutions exist, all of them with their own strengths and weaknesses.So which anti-spyware is the most suited for your system? You can find out by reading in-depth reviews and comparisons of TOP 5 anti-spywares... some really great tips and links to Spyware removal programs.
Top 5 anti-spywares reviews,comparisons and download links on
http://www.top5antispyware.info/index.php?t=top5an1
You can download and scan your computer for free.
2007-11-01 22:57:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is plenty of spyware to be found on the net. And it's all free. Just go to any porno site, or warez or serials site and you will have a computer full of spyware. Try those free screensaver sites, also, tons of spyware there. Download anything and everything that any strange website asks you to.
Download some "stuff" using Limewire, too. Yup more spyware. Viruses and trojans also. A lot of it in fact!
Now that you have all this spyware on your machine , it is time to clean it up. For this you will need to get some ANTI-SPYWARE programs, of which there is some good free apps availible on the net.
For your Anti-Adware and Anti-Spyware needs...............
Pick and choose at least 2 anti-spywares from the list below and alternate scanning with them on a regular basis. New spywares are created literally hourly, so no single anti-spyware can really detect all malware. Have at least 2 on hand and alternate scanning with each every few days or so.
All are free or have a free version. All can remove as well as detect.
Spybot Search and Destroy:
http://www.safer-networking.org/en/spybotsd/index.html
Ewido (Now known as AVG Anti-spyware, Do not download AVG Anti-virus)
http://www.ewido.net/en/download/
Adaware 2007:
http://www.lavasoft.de/software/adaware/
A-Squared:
http://www.emsisoft.com/en/software/free/
SUPERAntiSpyware:
http://www.superantispyware.com/
Windows Defender:
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx
Unfortunately, many "paid for" anti-spyware products are in fact either of limited usefulness or downright scams. When in doubt, look at the list of rogue anti-spyware solutions listed here:
http://www.spywarewarrior.com/rogue_anti-spyware.htm
Good luck.
2007-10-31 20:12:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Spyware is basically software installed on your computer which is designed to collect information, or display ads or pop-ups when browsing online, or perform any number of other devious purposes. The bottom line is it compromises your privacy and potentially your identity. Spyware can be installed any number of ways, but you are usually infected from websites, P2P file sharing, or downloading other untrustworthy software. A computer is like a car and needs routine maintenance. I would advise installing a good anti-spyware and anti-virus and scheduling it to run weekly. For more information visit http://www.thesecretsurfer.com/spyware_tools.asp
2007-11-01 11:50:23 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You contract spyware from visiting malicious sites, clicking on unsolicited links/popups, downloading infected files, etc.
You want antispyware applications to compliment your antivirus products. There are a few listed below along with a spyware blocker. All are free.
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Spyware Blocker
This is free and requires you to check for and enable updates manually once a week or so. It uses no system resources. It blocks spyware before it installs.
SpywareBlaster (inoculates, not a spyware removal tool)
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html
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AntiSpyware Applications
SuperAntispyware
http://superantispyware.com/
Spybot S&D (free version requires manual updating)
http://www.safer-networking.org/en/download/
AVG AntiSpyware
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/20/lng/us/tpl/v5
Adaware from Lavasoft (free version requires automatic updating)
http://www.lavasoftusa.com/products/ad_aware_free.php
(These programs can be run in Safe Mode after installation and updating)
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2007-10-31 20:06:52 · answer #5 · answered by MLM 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
For all computer related problems please check out http://blog.360.yahoo.com/blog-sAFtLsc8erIoh.ENhksr2KyG
It not only gives complete solutions but also offers
free downloads of effective softwares which can detect
and eliminate all spy ware /virus /ad ware /Trojans completely.
2007-11-01 10:28:02 · answer #6 · answered by sr 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is a great program to clean your computer from spyware
2007-11-01 07:36:40 · answer #7 · answered by Tammy D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
spyware is basically an add or adds that attach themselves to your computer, and advertise things or report your behavior over the internet, and clog your computer.
2007-10-31 20:05:49 · answer #8 · answered by lynx6201 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you dont have to buy it just go to www.filehippo.com
and download bearshare and you will have lots of
spyware that im pretty sure your computer will love.
2007-10-31 20:17:59 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
heres a link to free downloads ...u can download avg or avast ... there both pretty good .. also u should get your self a firewall ...zone alarm free is also here.. just download avg or avast .. and follow instructions ...
http://www.download.com/Best-free-security-and-spyware-software/1200-2023_4-5163183.html?tag=dir
2007-10-31 20:07:15 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋