Free Anti-Spyware Software

Looking for ways to keep spyware/malware out of your computer? Spyware tracks your surfing behavior and puts these unwanted programs on your computer without you even knowing it. Sure ways of knowing you have this on your computer is when your web browser redirects your activity, your home page changes, computer settings change, and slowing down of your PC. I understand your frustrations so I do recommend you get some preventative maintenance put in place. Two really good programs you can use free of charge are as follows.

1. SpywareBlaster prevents the installation of ActiveX-based spyware, adware, browser hijackers, dialers, and other potentially unwanted and harmful software. It also blocks spyware/tracking cookies in Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox. SpywareBlaster does not have to run in the background hogging up resources either. Check it out. Very good! A 5 out of 5 stars.

2. Spybot Search & Destroy detects and removes spyware. You download updates periodically and you can scan your computer for any infections. IMPORTANT: After downloading updates, you need to click immunize which put domains that contain bad content into the restricted zone area of your browser. Lots of great features also for advanced users. A top notch program which deserves 4 out of 5 stars.