Computer viruses are more sophisticated and aggressive than ever. Thankfully, with anti-virus software, you can confidently keep your data safe and your computer free of infection. Listed below are some of the best Free Anti-Spyware Programs:
Spybot Search & Destroy: Spybot S & D is another excellent anti-spyware software that is as effective as Ad-Aware when it comes to spyware and adware detection and removal. Its application ensures effective and stable protection against spyware.
Microsoft Windows Defender: Included in Windows Vista or downloadable from the link above, Microsoft Defender will work well as part of a combination defense, perhaps with Spybot.
Lavasoft’s Ad-Aware SE, Personal Edition: Ad-Aware product has won the trust of millions of users. Although it doesn’t have the nifty shredding and email opt-out lists of Spybot, Ad-Aware does perform real-time protection, and it auto updates its definition lists to remain current.
Navarre Webroot Spy Sweeper: Achieving 100% detection of spyware toolbars in recent About tests, Spy Sweeper was also effective in shutting down nearly 85% of active malware processes.
Spyware Guard: This Javacool Software is sufficiently effective in real-time scanning and blockage of spyware browser-hijacks. An important feature is that it prevents download and installation of malware while surfing the net via the Internet Explorer.
McAfee: McAfee Anti-Spyware is quite effective with spyware types like key loggers, remote-control programs and even browser hijacks.