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August 9th, 2008, 03:27 PM
#1
Anti-Spyware software needed
Hi
I just purchased a new laptop and I need to find out what Anti-Spyware scanning software to use on it. I am hoping to find something that will be free. I have purchased a laptop with Vista Business on it (Yes I know I should put on XP). But I need it running Vista for school in September.
Right now I am running Norton Anti-Virus, came with the laptop and running the 3 month trial. Again I know I should run something else but it has been working well and hasn't slowed down the system to much. I do know that you cannot rely on one type of antivirus product. I haven't run an MS platfor in quite awhile. I still us my Mac as my main system so I have not used a Windows based spyware scanner in years.
Thanks for the help
Barnzie
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August 10th, 2008, 07:25 AM
#2
Registered User
Welcome to Windrivers!
There are a few free anti-spyware solutions out there, and everyone has a favorite. I use Spyware Blaster beacuse it is free, it works, and I personally know the author of the software. Spybot, AdAware and Windows Defender are also available.
" I don't like the idea of getting shot in the hand" -Blackie in "Rustlers Rhapsody"
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August 10th, 2008, 09:07 AM
#3
Intel Mod
SuperAntiSpyware is also widely recommended.
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August 10th, 2008, 09:46 AM
#4
Registered User
Nothing wrong with Norton antivirus.
Provided its just Norton anti virus and Spybot SD is a good product.
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August 11th, 2008, 03:04 PM
#5
I've been using MalwareBytes. It's helped me out a bunch of times while on-site.
"The labor's free, it's your attitude that costs $120.00 an hour."
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August 21st, 2008, 01:32 PM
#6
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August 21st, 2008, 01:44 PM
#7
Most Greaterlyist
I've always used both SpyBot S&D and Adaware by Lavasoft.
download.com has them both.
It's good to be the King.
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