Will password protecting my files prevent spyware from entering them? Or people downloading from me?
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Nope it won't.\n\nIt will only prevent people opening them.\nThey won't be able to read your documents.\n\nSpyware does not enter files. It create its own files.\nViruses do enter files, but it is usually system files rather than documents.
1119803
it wont give you spyware.... dont worry... go 4 it. u can even make ur  own radio station!!!
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Its fake!!!!!\n\nThere is no password. The program is spyware and should not be installed.\n\nThere is nothing in the file.
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You can ,,,,download anything... but I would be careful.. I only used them once.. got a bunch of junk I wasnt expecting.\n glad I had a good virus program... and spy sweeper ..
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nobody but st_sisoe has answered the question correct. The questioner don't ask for a spyware remover but ask if it's possible to prove if somebody put some spyware on his PC.\n\nI would say you will have some problems to prove this. ;-)
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I recommend the follwing ,\n1) Install a firewall , get ZoneAlarm Firewall (standalone )\n2) Install spybot search & destroy or spywareblocker
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Kaspersky antivirus\nand\nwww.ewido.net/en/download  anti spy\n\nEnjoy
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Just get adaware or spybot.
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It would be like any other download site. Some are safe and some can have spyware. Best thing is to scan a file for viruses before you open it. Plus you might even run a program like Ad-aware after installing it.
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There's a tradeoff.  If you totally block users from downloading and installing executables, you can prevent most spyware problems.  On the other hand, users won't be able to install freeware (i.e powerpoint viewer or visio viewer) that they may need for their job.  Now, SysAdmins will get a call everytime a user needs something.  So, trade time for cleaning up messes users make for time doing very basic installs.
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by useing spywear and virus firwall protection
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i suggest downloading microsoft's "Windows Defender" it will take off any spyware and adware on your computer.  These programs are dangerous to you and allow other people to see what is on your computer.  Some that have keyloggers can even record passwords and other important data that is confidential.  These types of programs can be downloaded by mistake with another program or even with a webpage.  They are usually very bulky and slow down your computer.\n\nAnother problem could be running too many programs at once.  I encounter this sometimes when i use Windows Media Player and Yahoo Messenger at the same time, both require a lot from your computer.  The idea of buying an external fan and putting behind your laptop (or near a ventilation area for a desktop) worked very very well for me.  It helped with my problem of the computer overheating.\n\nFinally, when you're computer is running at 100%, don't do anything, let it finish executing your orders, if you keep piling orders on it can't function and will lock up.  If it stays locked up for more than 3 minutes you should probably manually restart it.  I hope i answered ur question fully.
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yes\nhttp://www.canadiancontent.net/tech/freeware/File+and+Folder+Protection/\n\nremind self to write down passwords and store away,\nas well zip and copy to cd for backup, safety\n\n\nalso folder properties/ sharing local sharing /options
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an excellent anti-spyware program that I personally use is trend micro anti-spyware , it is very powerful , it won't let any spy even think to do enter my computer , I started using the free trial , then bought a registered copy for a low price , check : http://astore.amazon.com/antispy-20  look for trend micro anti-spyware 3.0
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Maintaining security on our systems is becoming more and more difficult - and more and more important - every day. Here are some simple tips to help you avoid and combat intruders, viruses and spyware on your PC. Nothing is 100%, but these will go a long way toward keeping your computing experience enjoyable. \n\nCommon Sense!!!!!! \n\nNever open email attachments unless you know the sender, expected the attachment, and know what the attachment is before opening \n\nUse a GOOD anti-virus program, have it active at all times, and keep the definitions up to date (if it has an auto-updater, use it) \n\nUse a firewall (software or hardware - doesn't matter - just use one!) Even if you have a router use a good software firewall as well such as Sygate \n\nIf using a router be sure to change the defualt password, if using a wireless router you should also not allow remote logins to your router, enable WEP, disable SSID and enable MAC address cloning \n\nUse AdAware and Spybot as scanning programs on a regular basis. You must use both - one will often miss items the other will catch. Neither is better than the other - just different. \n\nDownload and use both SpywareBlaster and SpywareGuard from javacool. SB is a passive utility that will innoculate the registry and prevent spyware entries from being installed. SG is an active utility that sits in the system tray and prevents spyware from being installed. Again, they are complementary to one another - use both and keep definitions updated \n\nVisit Windows Update regularly and be sure to install all Critical Security Patches \n\nCommon Sense!!!!!!! \n\nNever go to web sites that are known for spyware \n\nAllow First Party & Session Cookies, but block Third Party Cookies \n\nNever post your email address or other personal information on a web site or forum \n\nDo not allow others to surf the web on your computer - or be prepared for the consequences \n\nCommon Sense!!!!!!!! \n\nNever reply to emails that request personal information, regardless of the apparent source of the request \n\nStay the heck out of chat rooms \n\nTry an alternative web browser such as Mozilla, it is more secure and has a lot more customizable security settings \n\nDid I mention Common Sense? lol!
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edit ur security settings.... or uninstall that stupid spyware...
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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 !