Spybot - Search & Destroy detects and removes spyware, a relatively new
kind of threat not yet covered by common anti-virus applications. Spyware
silently tracks your surfing behaviour to create a marketing profile for
you that is transmitted without your knowledge to the compilers and sold
to advertising companies. If you see new toolbars in your Internet Explorer
that you haven't intentionally installed, if your browser crashes inexplicably,
or if your home page has been "hijacked" (or changed without your knowledge),
your computer is most probably infected with spyware. Even if you don't see
the symptoms, your computer may be infected, because more and more spyware
is emerging. Spybot-S&D is free, so there's no harm giving it a try to see
if something has invaded your computer.
Ad-Aware Personal provides advanced protection from known data-mining,
aggressive advertising, Trojans, dialers, malware, browser hijackers, and
tracking components. This software is downloadable free of charge.
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Windows Defender (Beta 2) is a free program that helps protect your computer against pop-ups, slow performance, and security threats caused by spyware and other unwanted software. It features Real-Time Protection, a monitoring system that recommends actions against spyware when it's detected, and a new streamlined interface that minimizes interruptions and helps you stay productive.
CCleaner is a freeware system optimization and privacy tool. It removes
unused files from your system - allowing Windows to run faster and freeing
up valuable hard disk space. It also cleans traces of your online activities
such as your Internet history. But the best part is that it's fast (normally
taking less that a second to run) and contains NO Spyware or Adware! Cleans the following:Internet Explorer Cache, History, Cookies, Index.dat.
Recycle Bin, Temporary files and Log files.
Recently opened URLs and files.
Third-party application temp files and recent file lists (MRUs). Including:
Firefox, Opera, Media Player, eMule, Kazaa, Google Toolbar, Netscape,
Office XP, Nero, Adobe Acrobat, WinRAR, WinAce, WinZip and more...
Advanced Registry scanner to remove unused and old entries (includes
backup). Including File Extensions, ActiveX Controls, ClassIDs, ProgIDs,
Uninstallers, Shared DLLs, Fonts, Help Files, Application Paths, Icons,
Invalid Shortcuts and more...
