Simon Paul Thurston

All computer users are always on the attack of different forms of spyware and malware. These spyware and malware not only monitor and keep a track of all the sites that you visit, I have to tell you that it also captures passwords and other private, personal and security information you use on the internet.

This proves to be a security threat to you, but ironically, many a time we are the ones who actually invite spyware and malware into our computers. In fact, there are some programs that become useless when spyware and malware are removed from them.

Today, there are many antivirus protection software available on the market that help control spyware and malware on the computer. Use them in addition to these few tips to be free from spyware and malware.

1.    One important tip is to be careful when downloading. Freeware and shareware programs have to be downloaded from reputable sites while music sharing sites have to be avoided.

2.    When downloading any software, make sure you read the EULA; the End User License Agreement before downloading.This is a legal agreement that you make with the software vendor. If you agree to its terms before reading it thoroughly, you may end up agreeing to install spyware to your computer.

3.    If you are sent attachments by unknown people, don’t open them. Open attachments that are sent by people you know as image files can carry malware in them.

4.    Another tip to remember is not only to get antivirus or Spyware and Adware detection software, but also to scan the computer regularly.

5.    And when using browsers, use Firefox or IE7 as they are safer when to other browsers. Make sure you let automatic Windows updates take place on your computer. This way you get the latest patches and security fixes installed as soon as possible in your computer.

Follow these tips for a protected system that also detects and removes malware that enters your system.