How to get rid of spyware?
Many kinds of unwanted software, including spyware,
are designed to be difficult to remove. If you try to
uninstall this software like any other program, you
might find that the program reappears as soon as you
restart your computer.
If you're having trouble uninstalling unwanted
software, you may need to download a tool to do the job
for you. Several companies offer free and low-cost
software that will check your computer for spyware and
other unwanted software and help you remove it.
Some Internet Service Providers (ISPs) include
antispyware software in their service packages. Check
with your ISP to see if they can recommend or provide a
tool. If your ISP doesn't offer a removal tool for
spyware and other unwanted software, ask people you
trust to recommend one, or see the links in step 1
below.
Keep in mind that removing unwanted software with
these tools may mean you will no longer be able to use a
free program that came with the spyware.
To remove spyware
1.
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Use Windows Defender. Windows Defender comes
with
Windows Vista. If you use Windows XP SP2,
you can download
Windows Defender for no charge.
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2.
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Run the tool to scan your computer for
spyware and other unwanted software.
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3.
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Review the files discovered by the tool for
spyware and other unwanted software.
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4.
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Select suspicious files for removal by
following the tool's instructions.
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