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What is Adware?

Adware is any software package which automatically plays, displays, or downloads advertisements to a computer after the software is installed on it or while the application is being used.

What is Spyware?
Spyware is a type of malware that is installed on computers and collects little bits of information at a time about users without their knowledge.



Adware, Spyware, and Malware Removal Tools

Below are some useful tools that will help to keep your computer running smoothly.

Spybot
Spybot is a popular propietary spyware and adware removal program compatible with Mircosoft Windows 95 and later. It scans the computer hard disk and/or RAM for malicious software.

 

 

Malware Bytes
Malware Bytes is a computer application that finds and removes malware.

 

Hijack This
The program is notable for targeting browser hijacking methods - rather than relying on a database of known spyware.
* This tool is only recommended for expert us only.

 

 

Cloud Antivirus
Panda is a reputable security vendor making its first foray into the realm of freeware security, and the program's goal of freeing up system resources by putting much of the program's heavy lifting in the cloud is definitely attained.