[lavenderAC]

Hi, I have been using adware 6.0 and spybot S&D to find and remove the spyware on my computer. But is there any effective software out there that will "prevent" spyware or adware infection? I installed "spywareGuard", and it seems ok so far. But is that enough to protect my computer?

Also, the spybot S&D restore function is very annoying. It keeps restoring the spyware I removed. Can anyone tell me how to disable the restore function? Thanks

[bla!!]

As far as preventative software, I'm using Spy Sweeper right now. It's free when you download it, but you don't get definition updates. It monitors changes in your homepage and favorites. It prevents browser hijacks and tracking cookies.

It also guards against known spyware and unwanted programs in your startup menu.

You can grab it off of www.download.com

[lester8908]

I use Spy sweeper, Adaware, Spybot Search and Destroy and use zone alarm and have never had any spyware.

[xotix]

you now know which programs to use. another word of advice , just be carefull with what you install and do on your computer.

[lavenderAC]

Does zone alarm slow down the downloading speed? Thanks

[xotix]

nope, not at all.