Stopping spyware (“malware”) is more than a one-time inoculation, folks. This is about a weekly habit of cleaning "nasty dust bunnies" from your personal computer.
In much the same way you clean your home with your favorite broom and your favorite cleaning solvents, you will also need good tools to clean spyware out of your PC.
* Displays pop-up ads all the time.
* System settings have been changed without your knowledge and you are not able to revert back to the old settings.
* Your web browser is installed with tools which you are unaware of.
* Your computer is slower than normal at performing routine tasks.
The following are some of the anti-spyware tools:
15 of the Best Spyware Removal Tools in 2009
1) Ad-Aware Provides advanced real-time protection for spyware related problems. This is one of the most popular and most commonly used applications and includes all the major features.
2) AntiSpyware 2009 Restores the safety of your PC by eliminating the existing spyware and protecting the system from future spyware attacks. This application ensures optimal system performance.
3) Spybot S & D Helps in the removal of usage tracks. Provides free email and forum support for the application. Gives a detailed information of the action taken.
4) Spware BeGone Prevents home page take overs. Stops ID thefts and fixes PC errors. Also helps in increasing the speed of the PC.
5) Spyware Doctor The best spyware protector with a high degree of efficiency. Uses IntelliGuard technology and alerts user only on true spyware detection.
6) SpywareGuard Quick real time scanning and protection. Due to its small size downloads and definitions are quick. Does not allow spyware to download into Internet Explorer.
7) Spyware Nuker XT This application has an improved user interface. The Active Protection feature tracks execution of every program at the kernel level and notifies the user of it.
8 ) Spyware Terminator This application is available as a freeware utility for both personal as well as commercial use. Provides an option of anti-virus integration. Performs thorough scanning of memory and drives.
9) Spy Hunter Allows for interactive one to one customer support service. Intelligent automatic protection is provided. Also provides custom fixes for specific spyware problems.
10) StartPage Guard Protects internet browser’s pages from unauthorized spyware activities. The start page and search page setting also can be controlled using this application.
11) WinCleaner AntiSpyware 5.4 Provides real time total protection with auto-monitoring system using Active Shileds technology. Also delivers better performance compared to most commercial anti-spyware softwares.
12) Windows Defender This application protects your system from security threats caused by spyware in real-time. Helps you to browse the internet safely with minimal interruption. The programs which are deleted by accident can be obtained easily using this application.
13) W32.Blaster.Worm Removal Tool This application is a Symantec product. This helps in removing all the Blaster worms from the system which exploit the DCOM RPC vulnerability.
14) XoftSpySE Anti Spyware Detects spyware instantly and has the capability to detect and remove about 43,000 spyware infections. This is a fast and dependable software.
15) Macafee Virus Scan and Anti Spyware If you are willing to spend money on your spyware and virus defense, then Macafee and Web Root are the two choices we recommend to everyone.
