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ANTI-SPYWARE/ROOTKIT

Anti-spyware and anti-rootkit software is as important as anti-virus software, so make sure you download one or more of the products below, they are all Free.

 

See Below  ANTI-SPYWARE  See Below

 

Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware

 












Windows 2000 or Later

Malware-
bytes'
Anti-malware

   Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware is an anti-malware application that can thoroughly remove even the most advanced malware. It includes a number of features, including a built in protection monitor that blocks malicious processes before they even start. Anti-Malware is considered to be the next step in the detection and removal of malware.

Anti Malware Free is available for personal home use only. Commercial use is prohibited.

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64-Bit Compatible

 

 

ThreatFire

 

 








Windows 2000 or Later

Threat
Fire

   ThreatFire continually protects your PC against attacks by detecting malicious behavior, such as capturing your keystrokes or stealing your data, instead of only looking for known threats like normal antivirus software. By implementing sophisticated real-time behavioral analysis ThreatFire is able to stop never- before-seen "zero-day" threats solely by detecting their malicious activity.

ThreatFire Free is available for personal home use only. Commercial use is prohibited.

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Not 64-Bit Compatible

 

 

Microsoft Windows Defender

 






Windows XP Only

Microsoft
Windows Defender

   Windows Defender is a free program that helps protect your computer against pop-ups, slow performance, and security threats caused by spyware and other unwanted software. It features Real-Time Protection, a monitoring system that recommends actions against spyware when it's detected and minimizes interruptions and helps you stay productive. Now with 2 free support incidents for Windows XP and Windows Server 2003.

Windows Validation required to install.

For more information

64-Bit Compatible

 

Ad-Aware 2008

 










Windows 2000 or Later

Lavasoft
Ad-Aware
Free

   Ad-Aware Free remains one of the most popular anti-spyware products for computer users around the world, with nearly one million downloads every week. Our free anti-spyware version provides you with advanced protection against spyware that secretly attaches and takes control of your computer, resulting in aggressive advertising pop-ups, sluggish computer activity, even identity theft through stolen bank details, passwords, and credit card account numbers.

Ad-Aware Free is available for personal home use only. Commercial use is prohibited.


For more information | Data Sheet

64-Bit Compatible

 

 

Spyware Blaster

 


 

 

 

 

Windows 98 or Later

Spyware
Blaster

   SpywareBlaster can help keep your system spyware-free and secure, without interfering with the "good side" of the web.

And unlike other programs, SpywareBlaster does not have to remain running in the background.

SpywareBlaster is freeware for personal and educational use.


For more information

Not 64-Bit Compatible

 

See Below  ANTI-ROOTKIT  See Below

 

Panda Anti-Rootkit

 



 

 

 

 



Windows 2000 and XP Only

Panda
Anti-Rootkit

   Panda Anti-Rootkit scans computers for hidden items in running processes, the Windows registry, and local hard disks. On detecting a malicious rootkit, Panda Anti-Rootkit completely eliminates it along with all of the programs it could be hiding, including files, processes, registry entries and the ADSs associated to the rootkits.

Panda Anti-Rootkit, offers simple, fast and free protection against online fraud and data theft using hidden malicious code.

It's free to use but registration is required.


For more information

Not 64-Bit Compatible

 

 

McAfee Rootkit Detective

 






Windows 2000 and XP Only

McAfee
Rootkit
Detective

   McAfee Rootkit Detective Beta is a program designed and developed by McAfee Avert Labs to proactively detect and clean rootkits that are running on the system.

McAfee Rootkit Detective should only be used by knowledgeable individuals as improper usage of this tool could result in damage to your applications or operating system.
 

For more information

Not 64-Bit Compatible

 

See Below  KEYLOGGER DETECTORS  See Below

 

Keylogger Detector

 


 

 


Windows 2000 and XP Only

Dewasoft
Keylogger
Detector

  Detect keylogging activity on your computer.

Use KL-Detector to find out whether your activity is being recorded without your knowledge. It is designed to be able to detect all keyloggers.


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Not 64-Bit Compatible

 

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