Is there spyware in my computer?
The following symptoms may indicate that spyware is installed on your computer:
•Many unexpected pop-up windows occur (often when you access the Internet)
•Redirection to web sites other than what you normally have used
•Unexpected toolbars appear in your web browser
•Strange Icons appear on the Windows task bar
•Your default search engine when you click "search" has changed
•Random Windows error messages begin to appear
•The computer seems very slow when opening programs or processing tasks (saving files, etc.)
How you can help prevent spyware occurring?
Follow these wise Internet security practices:
•Don't click on links within pop-up windows - Because pop-up windows are often a product of spyware, clicking on the window may install spyware software on your computer. To close the pop-up window, click on the "X" icon in the titlebar instead of a "close" link within the window.
•Be wary of unexpected dialog boxes asking whether you want to run a particular program or perform another type of task. Always select "no" or "cancel," or close the dialog box by clicking the "X" icon in the titlebar.
•Take care with downloadable software - There are many sites that offer customized toolbars or other features that appeal to users. Don't download programs from sites you don't trust, and realize that you may be exposing your computer to spyware by downloading some of these programs.
•Don't follow email links claiming to offer anti-spyware software - Like email viruses, the links may serve the opposite purpose and actually install the spyware it claims to be eliminating.
•Don't take the offer of may websites to offer you free music. EG; "KaZaA" You will get free music, PLUS some Virus's, and Spyware from other users! This is a very high ATTACK THREAT risk choice for the sake of copyright 'free' music!
Some common symptoms that could indicate your system has been infected are:
•Strange messages or displays on your monitor
•Pop-up advertising messages that you have not seen before
•The computer seems slow to respond
•Programs or files suddenly go missing
•Strange Windows Security or Download prompts appear
•Some of your files become corrupted - or no longer work correctly
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