Microsoft is providing a free download of windows defender beta 2 which I believe is antivirus & spyware scanner all in one. Any comments? Good or bad?
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It seen like different operation with the previous one which is Microsoft Anti Spyware Beta 1. Windows Defender Beta 2 is more like automatically execute by it own and it just scan for critical items but not for suspected items. I also using Ad-Aware Personal SE as well and it gives me a lot of detected "items". However, I think using two or more than two spyware programs are the best way to prevent from infected. As long as I using Windows Defender Beta 2, it give me a good impression. Furthermore, it will updated through windows updated.
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Personally, I prefer the Avast Antivirus. Out of the many products available, it puts one of the smallest drains on system resources (It slows you computer down the least). There is a free version available, and the only valuable feature it lacks is an option to schedule a recurring scan.\n\nI also use Zone Alarm firewall. It also has a free option, but you can upgrade to pro to enable advanced options and Anti-Spyware proteciton.\n\nLook at these products for anti spyware (All have free versions): Adaware, Spybot Search & Destroy and Microsoft Windows Defender.
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There are several good (and free) [anti]spyware and virus products: My favorite free anti-virus is AVAST. When it comes to anti-spyware and anti-popups, is really important to know what the malicious software is - some anti-spyware is written for specific types.\n     There are some good web sites that have both the "scan only" and the "full" anti-spyware: Kim Komando (a radio personality); the Adware Report; and "Spyware Info" (a forum type site similar to this).\n     I'll name a couple of other products, but I don't know whether they are SCAN ONLY or not: Spybot and Ad Aware. They work well for my purposes. The most basic protective software, in my opinion, is a fire wall - and some are free.\n     One other good place to look is THIS site. I have the Spybot and AdAware because I asked a similar question back about 4 or 5 weeks ago and got a great answer from "conradj213."  So check out the archives. By the way, Conrad recommended KERIO as a fire wall. Two more comments: if you use any Microsoft products, the first thing to do is obtain their (free) anti-virus and spyware package. Usually when a large company like that puts out a product, it is suspect. But these Microsoft products are good. They are a MUST.\n     The second comment: I am assuming you know the URLs of the products I mentioned. If you don't, simply go to any "Search box" (Yahoo, Dogpile, Google, etc.)and type in the phrase in quotes: i.e. "Microsoft virus protection." Good luck.
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Hello, you might want to try this one. I've had very good luck getting rid of trojans, viruses, adware, spyware and other malware with this scanner. It's called Spybot Search & Destroy and it's well recommended. It works well with Adaware so you don't have to worry about compatibilty. I have both on my pc. Good luck and hope this does it for you.
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No to your question.  In regards to running the scanner and finding 110 spyware traces on your PC, the free version of Adaware does not have active projection and not having the Yahoo Toolbar I can't comment on that.\n\nJust having a scanner isn't enough, you also need active protection to prevent spyware from getting on your system.  While Spybot and Adaware are excellent for after the fact detection you need something that will prevent MOST spyware from getting on your system in the first place.  In addition to Adaware and Spybot (which you want for the scanners), also get Windows Defender, SpywareBlaster and Prevx Anti-Intrustion, http://www.download.com/Prevx-Home/3000-8022_4-10364927.html (it's hard to find that's why I put in the link)  All of those act as active defenses against spyware and your infection rate will drop significantly.\n\nGoogle the rest of the applications to find them.
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Windows defender is available free from Microsoft and it protects against registry changes from unknown or blacklisted sites. It also guards against browser hijacking attempts.
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Get this free a/v = \nhttp://www.avast.com\nand\n\nA² (a-squared) free - A2 -   a Freeware Anti-Trojan, Anti-Worm, Anti-Dialer and Anti-Spyware (Anti-Malware) Software   =  http://downloads-zdnet.com.com/3000-2239_2-10262216.html  =  http://www.tucows.com/preview/346015.html     =     \nRun eash in safe mode , then disable system restore, reboot(restart) the pc, then re-enable system restore.\n\n\n\nThen get SpyCatcher Express - free spyware removal software = \nhttp://www.tenebril.com/consumer/spyware/spycatcher-express.php\n\n\nSpybot-S&D = safer-networking.org = http://www.safer-networking.org   =   Be sure to use the immunize feature, and as with everything else, keep it updated.    \n\n\n  and               Ad-aware  = http://www.majorgeeks.com/download.php?det=506   +\n\n\newido security suite = http://www.ewido.net/en/?section=download            =     = " free 14-day test version."   \n\nIE SPYAD = http://www.spywarewarrior.com/uiuc/resource.htm\n  \n+ Microsoft Windows AntiSpyware (Follow the links)= http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/advisory/912840.mspx\n\n+ Siteadvisor.com = http://www.siteadvisor.com\n\nSpywareBlaster[/b]/SpywareGuard - Freeware    =        http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html\n+  \nand              AnalogX Script Defender  =  http://www.analogx.com/contents/download/system/sdefend.htm\nand\nhttp://www.winpatrol.com\n\nhttp://www.virgin.net/technology\n\n To make sure you are not getting a spoofed webpage,  Right-click desktop/properties/display properties/appeareance/color scheme/olive green/apply/ok/ok\n\n6StarReviews.com reviews the top Adware and Spyware Removal software = http://adware-spyware-removal.6starreviews.com\n\n\n Blocking Unwanted Parasites with a Hosts File    = http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/hosts.htm\n\nhttp://www.komando.com/tips_show.asp?showID=8510\n\n\nThe most important thing to keep in mind, regardless of which anti-virus, anti-malware, anti-spyware and firewall you use is to keep it  UPDATED,  just as it is important to make sure you have all windows critical and security updates +  =http://update.microsoft.com/windowsupdate/v6/default.aspx?ln=en-us
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Microsoft Antispyware is pretty darn good and it removes about 99% of spyware from a Windows PC (ensure it is updated regularly though).\nAdaware & Spybot S&D are very good as well if Microsoft Antispyware does not find anything.\n\nI would STRONGLY advise you install Anti-Virus software as well like AVG it's the best free Anti-Virus right now.\nYou cannot really get round the Anti-virus slowdown problem as they work by scanning each file once they are run to ensure a virus is not launched and infected into your system.\n\nIf you want virus free computing use linux :)\nI use OpenSUSE, it's really good!\n\nHope this helps.\nCheers!
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Google "Windows Defender" install it - You'll be surprised in what it finds.  You could possibly be a victim of spyware/malware Browser Hijacking.\n\nGood Luck
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the best that I use is AVG free, you are given the option to use the free one which is updated daily or pay for it. I personally don't pay for any software.\nhttp://www.econsultant.com/i-want-freeware-utilities/index.html\ngo to this site and add to your favourites,AVG is in there, all of them are pretty good, and also add windows defender to your pc, just type in windows defender and it will take you there,\nwindows live safety centre is a free programme that scans and cleans your pc completely free of charge, it is developed by microsoft and I highly recommend it.\nagain just type windows live safety centre into search bar and follow the instructions, very easy to use. good hunting\nmick
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Zone Alarm is the best free firewall.  The only hard part about it is finding the free link on Zonelab's website.  I believe it to be better than Microsoft's firewall.  The reason being is you have more control over it.  Now Microsoft's One Care is the best software for the price.  Generally it is on sell somewhere for $29.99 and you can get a low price guarantee just about anywhere.  One Care is only good for broadband users, people with legal copies of Windows XP, and best bang for the buck can be installed on 3 PC's.  PC-Cillin Security Suite would be my alternative for people without broadband.  I just focused on the firewall aspect of these products and price.  I believe in not spending outrageous amounts of money on PC protection.  All PC protection is only 80% effective no matter what the software people may say.  I would try AVG Free Ant-Virus for viruses and they make an anti-spyware.
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I have not heard of it.  Although it may be legit, I would not install something that is not known very well.  For spyware solutions, Spybot Search & Destroy is great.  If you are willing to try Microsoft's beta, consider MS Defender.  Both are currently free.\n\nhttp://www.safer-networking.org/\nhttp://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=435bfce7-da2b-4a6a-afa4-f7f14e605a0d&DisplayLang=en\n\nDon't forget to always update the spyware definitions before scanning.\n\nThe best way to prevent spyware is to not go to suspicious websites, open unknown attachments, click on links from spam, etc.  Also, clear your cookies and run your anti-spyware program from time to time.
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go to this link\nhttp://www.download.com/Best-free-security-and-spyware-software/1200-2023_4-5163183.html?tag=hed\n\nCNET is a really, really, really good site with very knowledgeable people, i would trust their decision. I personally have:\nNorton Antivirus (costs money)\nMicrosoft Defender (Free)\nZone Alarm Firewall (Free)\nand AVG antivirs free edition (Free)\nand i havnt had any problems
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I just spent a week trying to get that off my parents computer.  I finally had to un-install symantec anti virus then reinstall and do live updates.  Also very helpful was Microsoft's anti-spyware beta, available on their home page.
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IE7 BETA 2 IS FREE FOR GOD'S SAKE.\nhttp://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/ie7/ie7betaredirect.mspx\nhttp://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/ie7/ie7betaredirect.mspx
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nod32 is simplest and best and most powerful, but you have to pay for it.\n\nAVG is probably best if you don't want to pay anything. .\n\nit is excellent and basically very little trouble to use. . it's very low-maintenance\n\nAVG is free because they want to convince everyone that it's a great product, ESPECIALLY those people who work in IT departments and get it free at home. . so they can go to work and tell the boss how good it is. .\n\nby the way. . AdAware SE and Spybot Search and Destroy are not antivirus programs, but anti-spyware programs (they are very good, but they aren't enough. . you need a good (and constantly updated) antivirus, and you need to go to Microsoft's website to get the latest Windows updates so you'll be secure\n\nand you need a good firewall, too, like Zonealarm (free from http://www.zonelabs.com)\n\nIf you aren't going to put in a third party firewall, then at least make sure you have the Windows firewall on (that comes in XP as part of Service Pack 2). . \n\nStart > Control Panel > Windows Firewall, and make sure it's set to "On"\n\nby the way, any disk that came with the computer only has a free 60 day (or whatever period) trial that comes with it. . \n\nit isn't any good after that 60 days (not for antivirus, that is)
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I'm using a free software called AD Aware which scans for spyware/adware and and enables me to delete them. It's suppose to be the best. So I'm not afraid of such software anymore.  \n  Only thing is, I'm not sure if AD Aware scans itself. Just joking !