3 Summer Computer Tips by Sharron Senter
#1 – Summer Computer Travel Most computer users have a tendency to turn off their computers when away on trips, which means you’re not getting newly-released anti-virus patches or anti-spyware updates; the two most common areas that cause computers problems. ... We recommend you update anti-virus and anti-spyware scans before opening e-mail or going online after an extended absence. ... We also restart the systems (to flush the RAM and reset the operating system) on a regular basis and routinely remove the case covers to clean out any dust that may have accumulated, especially around the...

The Main Online Security Threats? by Raymond Johansen
By logging on to the net, you are at risk at once. Online security threats are a big challenge today. There are several types of threats on the internet. The main threats are Spyware, Viruses and Hackers. It is absolutely necessary to protect yourself, your computer and your personal information... There are three security software applications you should have: * Firewall Protection * Antivirus Software * Anti Spyware Software You should also be aware of your passwords, and protection of these.

GAIN (Gator) - The Virus by D. David Dugan
It just amazes me how there are companies out there, claiming to be legitimate businesses, who are distributing what can only be known as spyware, adware, malware, badware, and viruses. These companies get away with it due to obscure clauses and legal double-speak in their terms of agreements,... If they are written with the intent of causing harm to a user’s computer or they are written and installed on a user’s computer in order to gather information on that user, then they are no better and no different than a virus, and should fall under the same laws that apply to viruses.

Free Virus Software and Internet Security Tools by Wez Bryett
Microsoft is now coming to the party to help home users out for protecting their computers from viruses, hackers and spyware/adware(pop ups, unsolicited advertising etc), and it's all free! The first thing is to check for upgrades for Windows, it will download any important security updates. ... http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx If you following these few simple steps you will have the latest in Internet security and shouldn't have too many problems with viruses/hackers etc.

You Need Anti Spyware! Review by Bruce Alan
Everyone who uses a computer is susceptible to spyware infection and it very likely some form of spyware has already infected your PC. I say this not to make you scared, but just because it is a fact. If you have had an onslaught of pop ups, your PC is suddenly much slower than it was, or your... You should be looking to buy a anti spyware program that has many or all of these features: 1) It should scan and remove all spyware, adware, dialer, and web bugs. ... 3) You should be able to set up an automatic schedule for the software to to scan your PC and to identify any possible spyware...

Not All Spyware Is Malicious But Must Be Removed by A Singh
Some people believe that you may not always need to remove spyware because Spyware is not always malicious. There are many kinds of Spyware that can infect your PC. Most of them are, thankfully, not uploaded with malicious intent. But why take chances. ... Free anti Spyware removal software such as Microsoft Spyware removal tool, Yahoo Spyware removal utility or any of the free Spyware removal tools can scan the registry for broken links and useless entries that are no longer linked to programs.

How to Remove Spyware by Kenth Nasstrom
Spyware removal has become a tedious work. As the spyware threat has worsened, a number of techniques have emerged to counteract it. Among these are * Programs designed to remove or to block unwanted programs * Eucating the users in such a way that they can keep bad programs from infecting their... Protection and removal Major anti-virus firms such as Symantec, McAfee and Sophos have come later to the table, adding anti-spyware features to their existing anti-virus products. ... In the beginning, anti-virus firms did not want to add functions that was connected to other forms of threats...

Removing Spyware From Computers by Gary Gresham
Removing spyware from computers isn't as easy as installing it. The first problem is that you often are completely unaware that it's even there. But removing spyware from computers is critical because there are some spyware programs that can get into your computer and allow a hacker access to... There are free programs which detect existing spyware, and block some incoming infections, but they don't upgrade automatically and hackers sending out spyware are constantly working to find ways around the free anti-spyware.

Is Your Computer Sick? by Jim Edwards
Viruses and spyware usually show up on your computer one of two ways. Either they invade your system with a frontal assault like the Huns attacking the Romans, or they sneak in a back door like a cat burglar. Either way, once a virus or piece of spyware gets on your system, getting it off can... If you don't carry virus protection, or you suspect your anti-virus software got corrupted somehow, then log on to www.pandasoftware.com and use the free Panda Active Scan service to check your hard drive for viruses.

Why Those Free Software Downloads May Not Exactly Be Free by Gregg Hall
When using the Internet be very cautious of free downloadable software, such as sites that offer you free downloadable cursors, tool bars, and smiley faces as well as many other appealing things. If you don't know this site is a safe site then do not download anything from the site. ... Again it can be downloaded with or without your knowledge so the best you can do is to keep an anti virus/spyware program on your computer. ... If you think you may have these programs on your computer, then you need to get it off of your PC as soon as you can; spyware can take your personal information and...