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    red grasshopper12 Posts: 238, Reputation: 3
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    #1

    Oct 13, 2008, 08:38 PM
    Removal of Malware
    How do you remove spyware, malware and their cousins?
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    Oct 15, 2008, 09:01 PM
    Buying a Antivirus & AntiSpyware Software
    What would be the best antivirus & antispyware software to buy?
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    Oct 15, 2008, 09:48 PM
    It all depends on the malware infecting your system . With 100,000 different types of malware it is important to know the exact one.

    Run an online virus scan like ESET Online Scan

    And you need the essential anti spyware tools
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    Oct 15, 2008, 10:55 PM

    Hi, red grasshopper121

    There are a lot of anti-virus and anti-spyware programs that a person could choose from to buy. I like to use the free ones that are available. What I currently use is ZoneAlarm coupled with AVG Free Edition. If you do a Google search for either of them, and include the word Free in the search. You will be able to find them. I rarely have any problems with spyware or viruses.

    I'm sure that there will be others who will come along to address your question.

    Thanks!
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    #5

    Oct 16, 2008, 02:13 PM
    I just really want something that will get rid of my computer problems.
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    Oct 16, 2008, 02:35 PM
    Time to read through the maintenance tips in this thread: https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/comput...rs-233870.html
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    Oct 17, 2008, 08:58 PM
    What should I buy?
    Should I buy a 2008 Antispyware/anti virus software or 2009?
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    Oct 17, 2008, 09:05 PM

    Here's a couple links to reviews, Bitdefender is listed as #1, personally like Kaspersky for myself

    AntiVirus Software Reviews 2008
    AntiVirus Software Review 2008

    PC Antivirus Reviews | 2008 Antivirus Software
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    #9

    Oct 17, 2008, 09:08 PM
    But should I buy 2008 or 2009?
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    Oct 17, 2008, 09:09 PM

    Go with 2009, but the ratings will still be consistent as far as they are listed in the reviews
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    #11

    Oct 17, 2008, 09:09 PM
    Thanks for that!
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    #12

    Oct 17, 2008, 11:07 PM

    How do I get rid of malware ihave windows one care
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    Oct 17, 2008, 11:56 PM

    If you're using Windows OneCare, you'll have to point your questions at them and their forums:

    Windows Live OneCare

    I doubt many power computer users here use nor recommend this particular product.
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    Oct 18, 2008, 09:49 AM
    Will it Work?
    I am deciding on buying an antispyware/antivirus software. I wanted to know if you can use windows xp programs for window vista?
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    Oct 18, 2008, 10:15 AM
    Yes in some cases, best to check with the supplier.
    I have to ask WHY are you paying money for a security solution!?
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    Oct 18, 2008, 10:27 AM
    There's no other way to get rid of my computer problems.
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    Oct 18, 2008, 10:32 AM
    Errrr yes there is.
    For starters do a full scan from here: TREND MICRO HouseCall 6.5
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    #18

    Oct 18, 2008, 10:52 AM
    Sorry It didn't work for me.
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    Oct 19, 2008, 10:19 AM
    Antivirus / AntiSpyware Software
    Can all the Anti spyware/Virus software detect and remove all of your computer problems?
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    Oct 19, 2008, 10:21 AM
    As I mean by that is will they all pick up the same problems.

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