Spyware Removal Facts

Spyware is software that collects information about you as you use your computer or that installs programs or extensions (like browser toolbars) that benefit a third party. Spyware that displays advertisements is also called adware. Installation of spyware or adware often occurs as a side effect of installing other software downloaded from the Internet.

In general, though, spyware or adware is a concern for the following reasons:

• You connect to the Internet.
• You use Internet Explorer.
• You use Microsoft Windows.
• You download software or music.
• You don't read each and every word of every license you're asked to accept before installing new software.
• You don't run anti-virus software.
• You let others use your computer without supervision.

If you do any of these, you're vulnerable to spyware. So what do you do?

Luckily, spyware removers exist to search for and destroy spyware on your computer. Spyware removers have names like Spyware Doctor, Spy Sweeper and StopZilla, so they're quite easy to find.