Anti-Spyware

I've chosen the software listed on the following pages of which I have every confidence in their stability and reliability but cannot say that some system configurations may not be as well suited as others to run them. System suites usually work better on systems containing larger amounts of RAM. Some security software can conflict with similar software. Not all the products listed work on all operating systems, so be sure you check that the one you decide to purchase works on your operating system.

Some of the software I have used or are currently using on one of my systems.

Several offer trial versions and I would advise taking advantage of the trial to ensure you're system will operate properly and to assess you feel comfortable with its use.

As a good practice always back up your data and set a system restore point (if it applies to your system) before installing new software to ensure a recovery process if needed.

Ad-Aware 2007

Ad-Aware 2007 offers you all the power of the Personal edition, but has been enhanced with additional powerful features to protect your privacy. The Plus edition includes real-time protection through the Ad-Watch real-time monitor that allows you not only to detect.

New results screens and detailed statistics
Hardened against third party uninstall with encrypted preference files
Links to more information on detected content from our website
New safety option that allows you to write protect sensitive system files such as the Hosts file
Windows 9x/NT4,Workstation/NT4 Server/2000 Pro/2000 Server/XP, Home/XP Pro/ XP 64-Bit Edition/Terminal Services, Vista

Vendor: Lavasoft Cost $24.95 USD

X-Cleaner

X-Cleaner is a top ranked privacy software solution from Xblock, one of the most trusted names in anti-spyware technology. X-Cleaner not only deletes browser and system usage tracks, shreds pictures and generates secure passwords it also features unique anti-spy and anti-adware technology and inoculation features that help prevent infections.

Remove traces of movie files, pictures viewed
Detect and remove spy software that logs your private activity
Find and remove pornographic content on your computer
Permanently erase files with a military file shredder
Stop password theft, know if users are snooping your keystrokes!
Stealthy! So small you can take it with you anywhere or scan online!
Adware Prevention - stop adware from activating
Windows NT 4.0 +/2000/XP

Vendor: XBlock Cost: $29.95 USD

Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware

Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is considered to be the next step in the detection and removal of malware. We compiled a number of new technologies that are designed to quickly detect, destroy, and prevent malware. Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware can detect and remove malware that even the most well-known Anti-Virus and Anti-Malware applications on the market today cannot.

Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware monitors every process and stops malicious processes before they even start. The Realtime Protection Module uses our advanced heuristic scanning technology which monitors your system to keep it safe and secure.

Support for Windows 2000, XP, and Vista.
Light speed quick scanning.
Ability to perform full scans for all drives.
Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware Protection Module. (requires registration)
Database updates released at least once every two days.
Quarantine to hold threats and restore them at your convenience.
Ignore list for both the scanner and Protection Module.
Settings to enhance your Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware performance.
A small list of extra utilities to help remove malware manually.
Multi-lingual support.
Works together with other anti-malware utilities.
Command line support for quick scanning.
Context menu integration to scan files on demand.

Vendor: Malwarebytes Cost: $24.95

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