Carl runs a site devoted to helping you rid your computer from all sorts of spyware and malware at http://www.spyzooka.com/
Spyware Protection 2009 is just another rogue security program designed to take your money. Although the security alerts displayed to you appear to be very convincing, by downloading the scan you will get no results. There are many malicious applications similar to this one, all created by hackers for the purpose of stealing your money, and selling private information to third parties.
Fake antispyware works by displaying alarming messages to the user. These messages will inform you that severe infections and security threats exist on your PC, and that you should perform their free scan to get rid of these threats. Once you do, you will then be informed that the parasites are too severe to eliminate without purchasing the full product. Spyware Protection 2009 has no ability to scan your computer to begin with, and it is not capable of detecting infections and removing them. It is a scam, pure and simple.
If a program like this is installed on your PC, there are many red flags you will notice. You will be bombed with pop-up ads from every angle, constantly. A few other things you may observe are that your computer has become much slower than usual, or that your browser sends you to websites you were not trying to visit. Your home page may change, or there may be new shortcuts on your desktop.
When you feel that you have become a victim of a hoax like this, make every attempt to remove it from your PC immediately. These applications can gather information about your online searches and personal information. Your passwords, business account logins, and credit card numbers are not safe from these rogue programs. However, do not attempt to remove it manually because it is a highly complex process that is dangerous to the health of your computer if not done properly.
The best thing to do if you believe Spyware Protection 2009 or some other malicious software resides on your PC is to get a legitimate antispyware tool to remove it. These will scan your computer for infections and threats, then remove them, restoring security and your peace of mind. Always look for a product that offers a 100% guarantee, and removes this software with only one scan. This will prevent you from having to purchase an additional product to complete the job.
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