Use antispyware software
Antispyware software helps protect your computer from spyware and other unwanted software. Windows Vista comes with antispyware software built-in. Your antivirus software package also might include antispyware software or you may have already downloaded Windows Defender, free antispyware software from Microsoft.
To find out if you already have antispyware software or to check your settings, click the link that corresponds to the operating system you use.
Antispyware: Windows Vista
Microsoft's antispyware software in Windows Vista, Windows Defender, helps prevent computer
slow downs, privacy and data loss, and unwanted pop-up advertisements caused by spyware and other potentially unwanted software.
Windows Defender is part of Windows Vista. It features Real-Time Protection, a monitoring system that recommends actions against spyware when it's detected; and a new streamlined interface that minimizes interruptions and helps you stay productive.
Antispyware: Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)
To find out if you already have antispyware software, click Start, point to All Programs, and then look for Windows Defender or another popular security program like Symantec or McAfee that might have antispyware protection built-in.
You might also already have a stand-alone program like Lavasoft Ad-Aware or Spybot Search & Destroy.
Windows Defender, which is free from Microsoft, can help protect your computer from spyware and other potentially unwanted software. To download the program, visit the Microsoft Download Center. To learn more about it, see the Windows Defender Web site.
Antipsyware: Windows XP
To find out if you already have antispyware software, click Start, point to All programs, and then look for Windows Defender or another popular security program like Symantec or McAfee that might have antispyware protection built-in.
You might also already have a stand-alone program like Lavasoft Ad-Aware or Spybot Search & Destroy.
Windows Defender, which is free from Microsoft, can help protect your computer from spyware
and other potentially unwanted software. To download the program, visit the Microsoft Download Center. To learn more about it, see the Windows Defender Web site.
Antispyware: Windows 2000
To find antispyware software for Windows 2000, visit Windows Marketplace.
Note: The Windows Vista operating system has spyware protection built-in and turned on by default. Consider upgrading to Windows Vista for increased security.
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Source: Microsoft
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