What is Spyware?

  Spyware is software that is downloaded without the users knowledge. It may record your passwords and financial information and monitor websites you visit. It then saves this information, or transmits it to another computer.

  It's cousine, adware, monitors your consumer habits and preferences, then bombards you with annoying popup ads. Adware often hijacks your browser, alters your homepage or search preference and prohibits you from resetting the defaults. The term malware is often used to include any software installed with a function or "hidden agenda" not disclosed in it's documentation or burried in the fine print of the user agreement.

How Do You Get It?

  Spyware can be installed by any computer administrator (employer, spouse, parent) or by opening email attachments, downloading "free" software or from visiting corrupted websites. Many "FREE" Spyware Scanners, actually, install malware!! 

How Do You Know You've Got It? 

  Unfortunately, the most dangerous spyware usually leaves no clue or evidence of it's installation. Often, the only evidence is a decrease in system performance or hard drive activity when the pc is not in use. Use a reputable spyware scanner to scan your system for malware.  

How to Remove - Avoid Spyware

   Use a reputable specialized spyware remover and anti spyware program to prevent future infections. Spyware has become so sophisticated that anti-virus programs can no longer get the job done. It requires a specialized anti spyware program to adequetly detect and remove spyware.