SpyWare, Pop-ups, JunkMail - Where does it end?? Right here....

SpyWare is software that quietly installs onto your computer without your knowledge and affects your system in many ways. They can track your web tendencies, cause popups and ads to appear at random, hijack your browser, and add additional unwanted toolbars, among other things. These can reduce performance of your browser and internet connection, and cause unpredictable results.

All programs below are totally free, and have been tested. Some files are zipped to conserve space..

Winzip can be downloaded here.

SpyBot Search and Destroy

Searches your system for Spyware and Kills it. Small install that places an icon on the desktop allowing you to check the system periodically. First click "search for problems" then "fix problems". Latest version 2005.

HiJack This

Great tool to detect browser hijackers in the registry. Use with caution!

CWShredder

Another tool that hunts and kills browser redirects to "CoolWeb Search" and other nuisances.

StartDreck

Tech file for viewing startup and registry... use with caution!

Ad Aware

Ad-aware will comprehensively scan your memory, registry, and harddrive for Datamining, aggressive advertising, Parasites, Scumware, Keyloggers, selected traditional Trojans, Dialers, Malware, Browser hijackers, and tracking components. **Latest Version Feb 2005

Spam Fighter

Excellent Email Spamblocker for Outlook or Outlook Express. Automatically removes known spam from your email based on a worldwide junkmail database. This is the Pro Version, which automatically and painlessly switches to "free" after 30 days unless you buy it. Free version works equally as well though. Highly recommended!