Carl runs a site devoted to helping you rid your computer from all sorts of spyware and malware at http://www.spyzooka.com/
Spyware and other unwanted software, such as adware and malware, can invade your privacy, pummel you with pop-up windows, slow down your computer, and even make your computer crash. Here are several ways you can help protect your computer against spyware and other unwanted software.
<b>Step 1: Use a firewall</b>.
Since spyware and other unwanted software are bundled with other programs or originate from unscrupulous websites, a small amount of spyware can actually be placed on your computer remotely by hackers. Installing a firewall or using the firewall that is built into some kinds of software provides a helpful defense against such hackers. However, do not be lulled into a false sense of security with a firewall. There are spywares that are so brilliantly designed that they render firewalls ineffective.
<b>Step 2: Adjust your Internet Explorer security settings</b>.
You can adjust your Internet Explorer Web browser's security settings to determine how much--or how little--information you are willing to accept from a website. Research this by contacting your provider and talk to a security agent or tech. You’re already paying for the service, so use it.
<b>Step 3: Update your software and your software security</b>.
This should be done routinely. Do not “let it go,” or think that you’ll “do it tomorrow.” If you are serious about working in cyber space you must be clear that you have to make your computer security a priority.
<b>Step 4: Download and install antispyware protection</b>.
This is very, very important. Antispyware will clean out any spyware that is installed in your computer. Be aware that not all antispyware protection software is created equal, nor do they wipe out all of the spyware in cyber space. Choose an antispyware recommended by computer professionals, such as SpyZooka, that is guaranteed to eliminate 100% of all installed spyware.
<b>Step 5: Surf and download with caution</b>.
The best defense against spyware and other unwanted software is not to download it in the first place. Here are some tips to protect you from downloading unwanted software:
1. Only download programs from sources you trust. If you're not sure if you should trust a program you are considering downloading, ask a knowledgeable friend or enter the name of the program into your favorite search engine to see if anyone else has reported that it contains spyware.
2. Read all security warnings, license agreements, and privacy statements associated with any software you download.
3. Never click "agree" or "OK" to close a window. Instead, click the red "X" in the corner of the window or press the Alt + F4 buttons on your keyboard to close a window.
4. Be wary of popular "free" music and movie file-sharing programs, and be sure you clearly understand all of the software packaged with those programs.
Again, if these precautions fail, install antispyware software that’s 100% guaranteed to clean out your computer and get you back up and taking care of business.
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