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Spyware Doctor Starter Edition is a free download via Google Pack, however in order to get it you’ll probably have to deselect a number of other applications that you may not want first. Full version Spyware Doctor costs about $29.95 for a single license and runs on Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista.

After you’ve gotten it all set up Spyware Doctor is relatively easy to use. Everything is labeled and in the usual and obvious position for you to find. You can choose from doing full-system scans, quick scans, and even live program updates. (more…)

The Kapersky Anti-Virus program competes with the big names of computer protection. Offering major protection, with an easy to use interface. In addition to being easy to use you can “skin” it for a customized appearance.

A full-function 30-day trial version of Kaspersky Anti-Virus is available, but after that you’ll have to pay for protection from this program. It is a little on the expensive compared to Norton and McAffee, but the extra dollars may be well spent if you’re looking for something different and easy to operate.
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This program is for you if you have constant spyware problems to deal with. Hijack This will evaluate vulnerable parts of your system, like registry keys for example. A quick scan will create a list of dozens of items that could potentially be a threat. However, many will just be customizations that you’ve done yourself and other little non-threatening things.

You need to use extreme caution when clicking the delete button with this program. If you’re not sure what something is, don’t delete it until you’ve found out from a computer tech what it is and what it does for sure. You may unknowingly delete an important part of your system. (more…)

Counter Spy is completely Vista compatible, and protects your computer from a variety of threats including spyware, adware, malware, viruses and even rootkits. With is easy to use structure it’s perfect for beginners, while it’s many customizable features will quickly please more advanced users.

Navigation is a breeze. The program is divided into four categories, which are then separated into sub-categories, which helps you to find exactly what you’re looking for in the program. (more…)

This freeware privacy tool will completely remove the temp files from your system. This keeps Windows running quickly and efficiently and also gives you a bit more hard drive space. It only takes a few seconds to run CC Cleaner and get things running smoothly again.

The program is easy enough to use, there are only a few configurations to tweak here and there, and most average users probably won’t have to adjust anything at all. The interface could use a face lift, but that doesn’t really have much effect on its productivity.
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While Trend Micro is fairly inexpensive and effective at protecting you from spam, a lot of users report having trouble with installation and uninstallation. And easier setup would be a huge plus. And online support isn’t always available, making this more of a concern.

Excellent antispyware and an effective anti-spam protector, but a rather weak firewall while taking up a good bit of system resources, however it does have a smaller system footprint than Norton, for example.
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