Spyware & How to Stop It
Whether you have been affected by spyware or you are simply trying to prevent it, you should learn about spyware and the measures you can take to stop it. This article outlines how to stop spyware and details some of the best anti-spyware software programs available.
What is Spyware?
Spyware collects personal information about users and their computer habits without their consent. This can be an advertising company that is collecting data or it could be someone trying to steal your personal information. Spyware can record every keystoke and steal your credit card numbers and other important information. Spyware also slows down your computer and weakens its defenses. It can bombard you with pop up windows and spyware can even make your computer crash.
How to Stop Spyware
  • Install Anti-spyware software. Be cautious of 'free' programs that might be paid for by advertising and only download from trusted websites.
  • Install a firewall
  • Adjust Internet Explorer security settings for the Internet Zone to Medium or higher. (In Internet Explorer, click Tools, and then click Internet Options. Select the Security Tab.)
  • Surf the web and download more safely. Be wary of 'free' music and movie file-sharing programs.
Best Anti-Spyware Software Programs
CA Anti-Spyware
CA Anti-Spyware provides powerful protection against a wide range of spyware threats.
You may want to look into purchasing a software suite that provides a variety of internet security features including spyware and firewall protection. See Internet Security Software Chart
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