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Some programs worthy of mention here are not free, though useful trial versions are available. These include Spy Sweeper and Counterspy. Effective online-based scans such as AVG Spyware Scanner and Norton Security Scan are quite handy as well.

 

 

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Ad-aware 2007 Free Edition     View Screenshot

 

 

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"Ad-Aware 2007 Free remains the most popular anti-spyware product for computer users around the world, with nearly one million downloads every week. Our free anti-spyware version provides you with advanced protection against spyware that secretly attaches and takes control of your computer, resulting in aggressive advertising pop-ups, sluggish computer activity, even identity theft through stolen bank details, passwords, and credit card account numbers. If you want real-time scanning capabilities, consider upgrading to Ad-Aware 2007 Plus for real-time protection against spyware, all the time!

Redesigned Engine.
Precise detection of embedded malware, including known and emerging threats.
Incremental Definition File Updates.
erasing tracks left behind while surfing the Web.
Multiple Browser Support.
New Straightforward User Interface."  --Majorgeeks.com

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AVG Anti-Spyware

 

 

This program is no longer available on a standalone basis. It is now included with the free AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition.    

 

 

Bazooka     View Screenshot

 

 

 

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"Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner is a small and fast scanning engine that scans your system for more than 460 known spyware and adware installation. This includes keyloggers, activity monitors, Trojans and more. If any items are found, it provides a link to an online encyclopedia that provides in depth information and links to additional resources. The program does not offer to remove any of the detected components, however it provides removal instructions or links to uninstallers (if available). The program does not provide near as many features as other popular scanners, however it scans fast and provides detailed information that is easy to understand and frequently updated. If you find other spyware scanners too confusing or complicated, try this one. " 

--Snapfiles.com

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Spyware Terminator     View Screenshot

 

 

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a full-feature adware and spyware scanner with real-time protection that can remove or quarantine spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers, home page hijackers and other malware threats. The scan behavior can be customized based on your level of experience, ranging from automatic interception to complete user control over how to handle any potential threats. Spyware Terminator offers manual and scheduled scans as well as real-time protection for your browser settings, HOSTS file, startup entries and other system areas. The program can optionally use ClamAV for additional virus protection. Other features include a file analysis tool, system restore, Locked File Removal, integrated spyware reporting, automatic updates and more. --Snapfiles.com

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Trend Micro CWShredder     View Screenshot

 

 

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"CoolWebShredder (CWShredder) will find and destroy all traces of CoolWebSearch on your system. This includes redirections or hijacking to www. coolwwwsearch.com and coolwebsearch.com, youfindall.net and white-pages.ws. If you find that your browser is sending you to these sites all of a sudden, this little program will take care of it." --Snapfiles.com

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HijackThis    View Screenshot

 

 

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"A complete anti-virus package, that is is free for registered home non-commercial users. It contains an on-demand scanner with two interfaces (simple for novices and advanced for experienced users), an on-access scanner with Standard Shield (which protects against execution and opening malware programs) and an embedded e-mail scanner which scans incoming and outgoing email messages. avast! Home integrates with the Windows Explorer right click menu and also includes a special screen saver which is able to scan your system while your computer is not in use. Updates are incremental and frequently made available for manual or scheduled download. You will download a 60 days demo, if you would like to continue free usage beyond that time, you`ll need to register from the home page to obtain a free activation key by email."  --Download.com

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Microsoft Defender     View Screenshot

 

 

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"A security technology that helps protect Windows users from spyware and other potentially unwanted software. Known spyware on your PC can be detected and removed. This helps reduce negative effects caused by spyware, including slow PC performance, annoying pop-up ads, unwanted changes to Internet settings, and unauthorized use of your private information. Continuous protection improves Internet browsing safety by blocking more than 50 ways spyware can enter your PC.

The worldwide SpyNet community plays a key role in determining which suspicious programs are classified as spyware. Microsoft researchers quickly develop methods to counteract these threats, which are automatically downloaded to your PC, so you stay up-to-date.

This product is free of charge for licensed Windows customers." --Download.com

5/5 stars

 

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Super Anti-Spyware    View Screenshot

 

 

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"Scans your computer for known Spyware, Adware, Malware, Trojans, Dialers, Worms, KeyLoggers, HiJackers and many other types of threats, and allows you to remove or quarantine them. It offers daily (manual) definition updates, as well as home page hijack protection and customizable scan options. Furthermore, the program includes a Repair feature that allows you to restore various settings which are often changed by malware programs, but usually not corrected by simply removing the parasite. The free version lacks real-time blocking and protection as well as several other advanced options."

--Snapfiles.com

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SpyCatcher Express 

 

 

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"SpyCatcher Express protects all Web surfers by providing a safe and advanced antispyware solution. SpyCatcher Express protects against next-generation, mutating spyware and puts users back in control of their PCs. SpyCatcher is an antispyware solution that goes beyond traditional signature matching by incorporating a three-pronged method for threat detection (profiles, behavioral analysis and contextual intelligence) to ensure cutting-edge protection. Competitors typically use one detection model, preventing them from blocking mutations and the latest threats.

DeepDefense prevents the installation of rootkits, removes aggressive spyware, and intercepts all API calls and blocks reinstallation of aggressive spyware."

--Download.com

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Spybot Search & Destroy    View Screenshot

 

 

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"An adware and spyware detection and removal tool. This includes removal of certain advertising components, that may gather statistics as well as detection of various keylogging and other spy utilities. In addition, it also securely removes PC and Internet usage tracks, including browser history, temporary pages, cookies (with option to keep selected) and more. The program offers an attractive outlook-style interface that is easy to use and multi-lingual. SpyBot-S&D allows you to exclude selected cookies, programs or extensions from being reported, allowing you to prevent false positive messages for items that you don't want to be alerted of every time. It can even scan your download directory for files that have been downloaded, but not yet installed, allowing you to detect

unwanted programs before you even install them. Spybot produces a detailed and easy to understand report before it deletes any files and allows you to deselect any item that you do not want to be processed. In addition, a recovery feature allows you to restore your settings if needed. Very nice. "

--Snapfiles.com

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Spyware Blaster    View Screenshot

 

 

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SpywareBlaster doesn`t scan and clean for so-called spyware, but prevents it from being installed in the first place. The database of spyware producing websites is updated regularly.

 

 

 

 

 

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Spyware Guard    View Screenshot

 

 

 

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"SpywareGuard provides real-time protection against so-called spyware. It works similiar to an antivirus program, by scanning EXE and CAB files on access and alerting you if known spyware is detected. If this is the case, it initially blocks access to the file and then allows the user to select an action. SpywareGuard provides a fast scanning engine, signature-based scanning, heuristic/generic scanning, a control panel, and an online-update utility for downloading of definition updates."

--Snapfiles.com

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     Trial Software

 

 

Counterspy     View Screenshot

NOTE: This program is not free, but the trial version may prove useful

 

 

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"Counter Spy detects and removes adware and spyware from your computer, and also features real-time protection that alerts you when potential dangers arise, stopping most spyware before it can even install. The program includes a variety of security agents that act as bodyguards to protect areas of your system that are commonly used by malware to hijack your settings, add menu items, change your home page, modify your HOSTS file and much more. If any adware or spyware items are detected during a scan, you are provided with detailed information about the offender and can choose to delete or quarantine the item(s). In addition, Counter Spy includes tools to erase Internet tracks, securely delete files, explore advanced system settings, automatic database updates, scheduled scans and more. The program also integrates with an online community (optional) to report new spyware findings."

--Snapfiles.com

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Webroot Spy Sweeper     View Screenshot

NOTE: This program is not free, but the trial version may prove useful

 

 

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"Get complete protection from the two most dangerous threats on the Internet--spyware and viruses--in a single, easy-to-use solution. Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus incorporates virus protection by Sophos to offer an advanced detection, blocking, and removal available to beat all types of dangerous viruses, spyware, worms, and Trojans. The software is easy to use and requires minimal interaction--updates are automatic. Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus is now Windows Vista compatible."

--Download.com

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Spyware Doctor    View Screenshot

NOTE: This program is not free, but the trial version may prove useful at times.

 

 

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"An adware and spyware removal utility that detects and cleans thousands of potential adware, trojans, keyloggers, spyware and other malware from your PC. It offers various options, including Browser monitor and immunization against ActiveX controls, as well as automatic cookie deletion, quarantine and more." --Snapfiles.com

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