I know I'm a bit thick so please tell me :)

Basically bits of code that web sites etc leave on your PC,most is annoying some is harmful you can get rid of it with many free programs i use Ad aware.
http://www.download.com/Ad-Aware-2007/3000-8022_4-10045910.html

It is a type of malware that can "spy" on your computer usage - potentially stealing banking details, etc.

So, no, you don't want it!! :D


Read more HERE (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spyware)...


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It is a type of malware that can "spy" on your computer usage - potentially stealing banking details, etc.

So, no, you don't want it!! :D


Read more HERE (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spyware)...


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:hihi::hihi: I meant do I need anti spyware :)

If you use the web or put things on your pc from other people yes.

Yes, it's a good idea to install a scanner so you can give yourself a check every now and then.

Some anti-virus packages now include real-time anti-spyware protection too.... most freebies are only scanners though - they don't prevent anything, they just help you clean-up if anything gets installed.

Some popular freebies are...
Spybot Search & Destroy
Ad-Aware
SUPER Anti-spyware


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Well I just installed adaware and ran a scan, if found nothing at all. :suspect:

Would've expected it to find a tracking cookie or two... :confused:

Try Spybot S&D too (since they are just scanners, and not permanently resident, you can have more than one installed - unlike Anti-virus)


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Would've expected it to find a tracking cookie or two... :confused:

Try Spybot S&D too (since they are just scanners, and not permanently resident, you can have more than one installed - unlike Anti-virus)


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I do run cc cleaner regularly, maybe that cleaned out the cookies

That'd explain it, yes...

Also, if you use Firefox or Opera you should hopefully have less chance of picking anything nasty up.



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Always Firefox (unless I want to watch some flash stuff FF won't allow)

(unless I want to watch some flash stuff FF won't allow)

Flash that doesn't work in FF? :confused:

You have installed the plugin, right?


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Flash that doesn't work in FF? :confused:

You have installed the plugin, right?


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Nope :hihi:(told you I was daft)

Just go to a page with Flash embedded and FF should ask if you want to install Adobe Flash plugin...

I tend to just go to www.lge.com when i want to install the plugin, as i know they have a flash intro on their site...


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Just go to a page with Flash embedded and FF should ask if you want to install Adobe Flash plugin...

I tend to just go to www.lge.com when i want to install the plugin, as i know they have a flash intro on their site...


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:D another problem solved - hey I don't need IE at all now :clap:

Glad to be of assistance...... :D



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if you use spybot I suggest you turn the teatimer on, it then monitors key registry changes allowing you to spot driveby malware installations and prevent them from happening, bit of a pain when you install your own software but I reckon it's worth it

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Spyware Terminator offers manual and scheduled scans as well as real-time protection for your browser settings, HOSTS file, start-up entries and other system areas. The program can optionally use ClamAV for additional virus protection.
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Savannah2, is the clamAV just an add on or is it an AV in its own right. If I did install would I have to removed my existing av?

Savannah2, is the clamAV just an add on or is it an AV in its own right. If I did install would I have to removed my existing av?

I would personly ignore the option to install Clam AV and keep the one you use now. :)