SPYWARE ATTACK

 "my computer has been attacked by spyware and i have this stupid message on my desktop telling me "you're computer has been infected by spyware, click here to ..." . i'm aware not to click on it. and i do have a program on my computer called "spyware doctor" and i was trying to run it to try and fix the problem, but it seems though as if the spyware has completely taken over my computer. it runs soooo slow and hangs itself when i try to open up any type of program."

Are you ever go through similar experience as above? If YES spyware had completed their visit to your computer......

What is Spyware?

 Spyware is a type of malware (malicious software) installed on computers that collects information about users without their knowledge. The presence of spyware is typically hidden from the user and can be difficult to detect. Spyware is often secretly installed on a user's personal computer without their knowledge. However, some spyware such as keyloggers may be installed by the owner of a shared, corporate, or public computer on purpose in order to intentionally monitor users.(wikipedia.org.)

How Spyware Attacks

Spyware can be downloaded from Web sites, email messages, instant messages, and from direct file-sharing connections. Additionally, a user may unknowingly receive spyware by accepting an End User License Agreement from a software program.

How Do You Know You Need Antispyware

• Spyware frequently attempts to remain unnoticed, either by actively hiding or by simply not making its presence on a system known to the user

What To Do: Anti-spyware Protection

• Use Norton Internet Security to provide anti-spyware protection and proactively protect from other security risks
• Configure the firewall in Norton Internet Security to block unsolicited requests for outbound communication
• Do not accept or open suspicious error dialogs from within the browser
• Spyware may come as part of a "free deal" offer - do not accept free deals
• Always read carefully the End User License agreement at Install time and cancel if other “programs” are being installed as part of the desired program
• Keep software and security patches up to date

How Do I Avoid Spyware?

• Be selective about what you download to your computer
• Read licensing agreements
• Watch out for anti-spyware scams
• Beware of clickable ads
• Keep your Internet browser up to date
• Scan your computer often

 

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