20.-+Antispyware

**Antispyware **
====Anti-spyware software is a type of program designed to prevent and detect unwanted spyware program installations and to remove those programs if installed. Detection may be either rules-based or based on downloaded definition files that identify currently active spyware programs. ====

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====**1. CA Anti-Virus Plus Anti-Spyware 2008** – this program protects your computer from viruses and spyware. Installation is quick and easy. You can scan certain areas of your computer or do a full scan of everything. Alerts let you know when your computer is threatened and threats are reported and dealt with according to your specifications. The program scans email attachments as well. Find out more at [|http://shop.ca.com]. ====

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====**2. STOPzilla** – This anti-spyware program is less than ten dollars for a yearly membership. It removes spyware and adware. STOPzilla blocks pop-ups and warns of potentially dangerous sites so they can be avoided. The download comes with excellent customer support if you have any problems. Even Trojans don’t have a chance of getting through. Go to [|www.stopzilla.com] for more information. ====

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====**3. AVG Anti-Spyware** – A free version can be downloaded from the site that will alert you of spyware. It has limited features unless you buy the full version online. Their anti-spyware programs get rid of viruses, spyware and Trojans with the highest security around. Go to [|www.avg.com] for more details. ====

====**4. Trend Micro Anti-spyware** – This anti-spyware program can be set up to automatically run on a schedule to protect your computer. Any viruses, spyware, and other nasty bugs are found and then you delete them from your system. You are also alerted to dangerous websites in your search results online. It offers yearly subscriptions and more products at [|http://us.trendmicro.com]. ====

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====**5. SpySweeper anti-spyware software by Webroot** – This anti-spyware program is rated high among programs of its type. It protects your computer from malware, spyware and other threats all in real time. It is compatible with Microsoft Vista. Look up its features at [|www.webroot.com]. ====

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====**6. Spyware Doctor** – This program keeps your computer healthy and devoid of dangerous spyware, malware, Trojans, viruses and dangerous websites. Designed for Vista users, the anti-spyware program offers free customer support and a free trial before you buy. Find it at [|www.pctools.com]. ====