anti spyware : what it is, and how to use it

Because of the threats posed by invasive programs you didn't authorize on your computer, you may want to consider installing an anti spyware program. If you're looking for free anti spyware, now is the time to download the beta version of Microsoft anti spyware, available from their site at www.microsoft.com.

How is using anti spyware going to protect your computer? It's simple. Programs such as Microsoft anti spyware work by identifying potential threats on the Internet, and creating programs to counteract them, which are automatically downloaded to your free anti spyware whenever you're connected to the Internet.

Microsoft's anti spyware department works with a volunteer group of users, known as SpyNet(tm). These volunteers monitor the Internet and report suspicious programs, which are then examined, assessed, and if found to be a threat, will be responded to through further developments to block their access to your computer, and remove them if they have already been downloaded.

While it is free anti spyware, and so far has proven effective, the Microsoft anti spyware is a beta program, and as such, a product in development. At present there is no support department for it, but Microsoft does have a newsgroup where information and tips are shared amongst users.

Remember - your computer is only as secure as you make it. Anti spyware will help you to keep track of who is trying to track you, through unauthorized access to your PC.

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