What is Spyware ? Two major groups of Spyware is Adware and Malware The most of spyware is Adware. The main purpose of an adware program is to capture "anonymous" data for targeted advertising. Adware is usually just an annoyance, but sometimes it can cause greater difficulties. The less common spyware programs is called … Continue Reading
CWShredder (Freeware) CWShredder finds and removes traces of CoolWebSearch. CoolWebSearch is a name given to a wide range of different browser hijackers. Though the code is very different between variants, they are all used to redirect users to coolwebsearch.com and other sites affiliated with its operators. The CoolWebSearch Trojan installs dozens of links in Favourites, … Continue Reading
Spybot - Search and Destroy (Freeware) Spybot - Search and Destroy is an Spyware and Adware Detection and Removal Tool. It can detect and remove spyware of different kinds from your computer. This includes removal of certain advertising components, and detection of various keylogging and other spy utilities. If you see new toolbars in your … Continue Reading
HijackThis (Freeware) Hijackthis is a program that is designed for the advanced removal of malware, spyware, worms and Trojans from your system. Basically it scan the registry and other locations of your computer where spyware is commonly found. It therefore lists areas where spyware and adware could be found like items contained in the system … Continue Reading