Adware and Spyware Blockers by Gary Gresham
The most important things you can do for your computer right now is to install adware and spyware blockers. Everyone is aware of computer viruses and run an anti-virus program to guard your computer against them. But only a fraction of computer users are running any kind of adware and spyware... "Spyware and adware are more than an annoyance," Spitzer said in the statement. ... Spyware and Adware has become such an epidemic that it is the latest target of NY Attorney General Eliot Spitzer. ... Because of this fighting spyware and adware and removing spyware from computers is becoming even...

Have You Invited A Spy Into Your Computer? by Maria Marsala
Yes, it's true. You may have inadvertently invited a spy into your computer. This spy is known as "spyware, adware, or trojans", and once it is in your computer it starts taking statistical information as you travel the Internet. In some cases, it may send you pop-up ads and slow down your... Or you can learn all about spyware, download an anti-spyware program, and schedule time in your weekly calendar to run an anti-spyware program. ... Purchase a firewall program and it should let you know if a program is about to download from the website you are at.

Viruses and Malicious Software - How to Protect Your Computer by Eldon Martin
Malicious software, or malware, is likely the most widespread problem faced by computer users today. As a computer technician, I find that about three out of four jobs I do for home computer users are to remove malware in one form or another. Malware programs come in several forms: Spyware and... Many computers with up-to-date anti-virus and firewall software arrive at my door infested with malware to the extent that they are unusable. ... Many computer users try to protect their computers by installing anti-virus and firewall programs.

4 Smart [and Free] Programs For Your Computer by Matthew Keegan
One of the fun parts of owning a computer is, of course, access to the internet. The worldwide web is chock full of useful information, readily available at your fingertips! It is also home to potentially lethal viruses, many of which can wreak havoc on your system within moments. ... Blocks the installation of spyware before it occurs; works in conjunction with anti-virus software, not as a replacement for one. ... As with many freeware programs, “pro” or professional versions of the software are sometimes available to give computer users a maximum amount of protection, for a price.

Patch Management For Home Users by Jake Foster
Automating Patch Management More and more programs are now offering auto update of their software. Applying patches every time the program needs to be updated. Although these updates don’t always mean it is for the sake of security, a security patch may be issued along with the update. ... Such as operating systems, anti virus software, etc... ... Usually when this happens, the patch to fix a problem with the larger program breaks the smaller program. ... And also check if the program offers automatic updates to its software.

NCSA Study Shows Many Computers Lack Antivirus Protection by Eva Gibson
Even with the scads of information available, even with the numerous antivirus options available to consumers, and even though internet users are inundated with offers for antivirus and anti spyware programs, it seems that some people prefer to take their chances when it comes to infecting their... A Trojan horse is a program that masquerades as a benign application, but actually will damage your computer if you try to run the program. ... Though worms and Trojans are not technically viruses, they often fall into the subcategory of "virus." A worm is a piece of software that replicates...

Is Spyware Prevention Necessary? by Bill Stafford
Most people believe that once they have anti-virus software installed on their computer, they are adequately protected from malicious intruders into their PC. This is a serious mistake. Viruses can ruin your computer, but some spyware can ruin your life. ... There are a number of anti spyware software packages out there, some better than others, but the main key is to make sure that the software you obtain is updated frequently, preferably automatically via the Internet. ... However, this is also the time you will be most active with the computer, and performing a spyware scan and an anti...

On the Origin and Evolution of Computer Viruses by Kevin-James Vella
Trends and industry analysts state that the efforts of the propagators will not relent. Last year marked the first ever mobile phone virus and Bluetooth technology, for example, compounds the threats to security. 35% of PCs in the US are infected while in China and India the rates hit 50%. ... Processlibrary.com definitions will help you cover that window of time until your preferred anti-virus and anti-spyware software vendors update their scanners. ... A firewall on its own will not get rid of the virus problem but when used in conjunction with your OS updates, anti-virus software and...

3 Must-Ask Questions When Purchasing a Spyware Remover by Kevin Nelson
Spyware is one of several threats that can cause a surprising amount of damage to your computer. Along with that, spyware can help criminals carry out identity theft or other malicious activity. Since spyware is becoming more and more of a problem for computer users, many people are taking steps... Therefore, the anti-spyware program should have a feature, similar to what’s found in most anti-virus programs, which allows you to schedule periodic scans of your computer. ... When spyware infects your computer system, you don’t have time to be fumbling through a 30-page manual or in contact...

Top Tips To Secure Your Online PC by Agnivo Roy
Most of us use a PC these days, but how many of us are really serious about securing it? Well, not most of us! They just need to get their job done sitting on the PC and hence look no further. But they do find themselves in great trouble when the PC crashes, files are corrupted, login... A firewall is simply a piece of software that sits between your PC and the outside world (network/www) and allows certain programs/data to pass through it, thus filtering the traffic based on configured rules. ... Use a Firewall To protect your PC with network/internet connection from the prying eyes of...