What can I do about Spyware?

Question

I am in the middle of having to format my wifes computer because of spyware eating up the system. Is there a way to stop this from happening. She is using a firewalled connection and everything.

Answer 1

try super antispyware

if that doesnt work, use the below list STEP BY STEP and its 100% gone



get these free tools... adaware(lavasoft.com) spybot(safer-networking.org) HiJackThis(trend.com) winsockfix v1.2(majorgeeks.com) CCleaner (ccleaner.com)

install and run the adaware/spybot updater

disable restore

start-run-apps-accessories-sys... disk cleanup

reboot safe mode w/ networking (continually press f8 upon reboot)

Run adaware and spybot deleting anything they find.

Run Hijackthis (this shows all BHO's on ur browser~very important)

Run CCleaner (Repair/delete anything it finds)

Run free online scan (trend.com bitdefender.com pandasoftware.com) remove any findings

Run winsockfix v1.2

reboot

enable restore





you might also try these commands in your run box

start run cmd ~

ipconfig /release

ipconfig /flushdns

ipconfig /renew

netsh int ip reset

regsvr32 softpub.dll

netsh int ip reset resetlog.txt

netsh winsock reset catalog

netsh interface ip delete arpcache





please note ::: using mozilla firefox with the following addons noscript noflash adblock (95% reduction in spyware/malware

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Yes. The best way to stop this from happening is to use an operating system that isn't plagued by spyware. A good choice here is Ubuntu Linux (free):



http://www.ubuntu.com



Remember that firewalls don't stop spyware infections.



If you must use Microsoft Windows, then you'll have a long, hard slog ahead of you to keep the system from being plagued with malware. Make sure that you only connect it to the internet when absolutely necessary. Run a good security suite, such as McAfee's 12-in-1



http://www.mcafee.com



Always apply all security patches from Microsoft. Upgrade IE to Firefox (use NoScript and Adblock). Don't use MSN, use Pidgin instead.

Answer 4

firewalls doesnt protect you against spyware, firewall proxy data through ur network..



install free anti spyware software try AVG antispyware or spyware doctor or adware... All good, all solve problems with varying levels of success and ease of use.



make sure you install an antivirus software too



remember,Just like your anti-virus program, you need to update the signatures in your anti-spyware program so that it will catch new spyware programs that are released.

Answer 5

Hi, I too had faced a similiar problem with my laptop last week, tried norton internet security, Mcafee and even AVG anti spyware, none seemed to remove the spyware completely.



Then on the last go tried Super Anti Spyware Software, It works marvellously and even very easy to download.



try www.download.com for the 30 day trial.

Answer 6

You have likely been infected by something nasty.



Please download some of the programs here to see if they can help solve the problem:

http://parasitedb.com/recommendations.html



All those listed on the page above are free and trusted.







If all else fails, you may wish to try out ParasiteDB's disinfection service.



This service is created and maintained by professional malware removal experts. For a small fee, you can easily get one-on-one help on removing any nasties you may have on your computer. The malware removal expert on your case will also give recommendations on how to protect your computer in the future.



The link is at:

http://parasitedb.com/removal.html

Answer 7

Run Norton or AVG Anitvirus. install it from a cd and scan the pc. it will detect the spyware.. I'm telling to run from a cd not from net because downloading from net might bring more spyware in ur computer. ok

Answer 8

It's not that difficult really. One of the best tips I can give you is use a limited user account for all your web surfing.



Check out my article on Spyware and grab yourself some free tutorials here:-

http://www.top-windows-tutorials.com/windows-spyware.html

Answer 9

I strongly recommend you to install "Spybot" from here:

http://www.safer-networking.org/en/index...



also, beside the Spybot, you should also download "Ad-Aware" you can download it for free from here: http://www.lavasoftusa.com/



run both programs, and they will get rid off all the spywares on your computer.



good luck

Answer 10

Have a go at AVG spyware first and see if it fixes your problem.



http://www.pccurb.com/guide-on-anti-virusspyware-software/

Answer 11

ur computer is infected by spyware/adwares, these spyware and adwares r used by web masters to advertise thier website using trojans, dont b worried, u can easily get rid of spywares and adwraes by using any free spyware removal or adware killer tools, u can download them from the google website, below i have wrote a link of google website search that will help u download free spyware removal tool



http://www.google.com/custom?q=download+spyware+killer+adware+removal+tools&client=pub-8124638089754170&forid=1&channel=5368812761&ie=ISO-8859-1&oe=ISO-8859-1&safe=active&cof=GALT%3A%23008000%3BGL%3A1%3BDIV%3A%23336699%3BVLC%3A663399%3BAH%3Acenter%3BBGC%3AFFFFFF%3BLBGC%3A336699%3BALC%3A0000FF%3BLC%3A0000FF%3BT%3A000000%3BGFNT%3A0000FF%3BGIMP%3A0000FF%3BFORID%3A1&hl=en



http://darfuns.com/pc-security-tools.html

Answer 12

yes run programs like spybot search and destroy ever couple of days...

Answer 13

tyr download spybot it very effective in blocking and destroy spyware.Go to www.download.com to download one