Spyware checker

[wilfy]

To be really covered, you should use 2 different spyware programs. Nowt like belt 'n braces approach.

[lookout]

I recently 'cleaned' two laptops used by a friend. I needed a combination of tools and found both adaware and spybot very useful.

[ravtino]

Sorry!

[Elaine62]

I've used Adaware before but find Spybot to be better.

Make sure you also use a firewall(Zonealarm is free) and a also run a virus check (AVG is free) regularly.

I've had no problems, touch wood, since using all 3 of these.

Elaine

[gromit]

I also use Spybot by Patrick Kolla which is freeware and it seems to do the trick. Do a search for it on google and you will be able to download it from one of the freeware sites.

[KevinT]

Hi Lee,
Having just changed recently to XP and had the HD reformatted for a "clean" start I was also advised to have more than one spyware programs, as often one will sweep up what the other ignores. The two I was recommended were Spybot & Spyware Doctor (both have free versions, although you can upgrade if you want later)
So far (fingers crossed!!) most scans have proved negative although a couple of Trojan Horse type programs identified, along with quite a few low danger adware and spyware attacks.

[ravtino]

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I've used Adaware before but find Spybot to be better.

Make sure you also use a firewall(Zonealarm is free) and a also run a virus check (AVG is free) regularly.

I've had no problems, touch wood, since using all 3 of these.

Elaine
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I have now put spybot on and the free zonealarm firewall , gosh what a suprise the things they find, hopefully now I will be better protected.
Thanks

[Madabouttigger]

I use Spy Sweeper and that usually ferrits out a few odds and ends tucked away in a corner, its very easy to use too.
As for Virus Protection I have always used Norton and find it to be excellent. I also use the Norton Spam filter and can recommend that too.
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Diane.

[CERICROWLEY]

Kevin

Have shecked out spy doctor on the web. Have downloaded it and run the check, it will not remove the spyware unless you register.

[KevinT]

CERI,
Apologies, yes you're right the freebie Spyware Doctor is just for evaluation. (I did actually register with them and my version now deals with the "nasties")