Spyware, adware, and malware refer to a types of malicious software designed to take partial control of a computer without the knowledge of the user. These programs typically monitor the activity of a user and sent that information to a hacker over the Internet. Some simply launch popup windows with advertisements. These programs typically affect computers running a Microsoft Windows operating system. To remove these programs: - Download the Windows Defender (Beta 2) or another spyware removal tool such as Ad-Aware or Spybot.
- Run the tool to scan your computer for spyware and other unwanted software.
- Review the files discovered by the tool for spyware and other unwanted software.
- Select suspicious files for removal by following the tool's instructions.
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