Stopping Spyware From
Stopping You
by:
Adrian Zhu
Spyware can be a real time waster. It makes
its way onto your machine, usually without you
knowing it, and eventually becomes a problem
which causes you stress, costs you time and
money and possibly leads to even worse
consequences if not dealt with quickly.
Learning how to eliminate spyware before it
becomes a problem is critical for every
computer user today.
Spyware is written with the intent to
intercept or take partial control of your
computer without your informed consent or
knowledge. While the name suggests it is
created to simply spy on you, spyware also
refers to software that subverts the operation
of your computer for the benefit of someone
else. While the motivations of those who write
software like this is beyond the scope of this
article, it is important to at least
understand that spyware certainly does not
exist for your benefit and you should take
regular steps to remove it.
By using a simple spyware scanning program,
detection and removal of spyware is generally
a quick and painless process. Instead of
waiting for the results of spyware on your
computer to become a problem, run a spyware
scanner at a regular schedule to find and
eliminate spyware software that has found its
way on your computer. It typically is
something you can start and leave running on
your computer without any intervention on your
part. If you look at it this way, keeping your
computer safe, and operating at its best
shouldn't take more than 5 minutes of your
time a week!
New spyware is created constantly and your
spyware scanning software should have a simple
way to check for updated information to detect
the latest threats. Again, this process is
usually automatic and should require very
little intervention on your part. Be sure to
choose the option to check for updates in your
spyware scanner before you scan your computer.
This simple two step process will help ensure
that you are always free from the latest
threats.
It is unfortunate that it is necessary to
deal with threats like spyware, adware,
viruses and Trojan horses, but it is a simple
reality. Fortunately there are excellent
programs out there that will work to protect
you from these threats and allow you to focus
on the fun, enjoyment and utility your
computer should offer you. By taking a few,
regular steps to maintain your computer you
will keep it running better longer. Just like
a well-maintained car.
