Spyware, Scumware & Malware

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What is it?

Spyware / Scumware / Malware programs often get installed without user knowledge because they come packaged with another piece of Software which you might have downloaded and installed.

What does it do?

Besides monitoring your Internet surfing activities and reporting back to a central server - some are also responsible for many other malicious acts like stealing your website revenue, feeding you pop-ups and inserting hyperlinks which the website owner didn't actually put there.

(These inserted hyperlinks and pop-ups may take you away from the website you are currently on and direct you to a competitors website or even a website which you may not find suitable for your children).

Spyware also presents ethical problems especially for webmasters and companies who run an online business. For instance, if you run your business online you would have spent hours and money on creating you website and the last thing you want is a competitors ad or hyperlink appearing every time a user visits your site.

Another major cause for concern is affiliate hyjacking by using Theftware / Stealware programs etc.., where your banner ad / affiliate id is replaced by these programs and they then claim any commissions which would have been payable to you.

There are even programs about which could use your PC and it's processing resources without your knowledge - which will slow down your computer.

Be careful what you download! You might not like it.

How can I get rid of Spyware, Scumware & Malware Programs?

There are some very good programs available which can successfully get rid of any Spyware / Scumware / Malware programs which you may have downloaded and installed unknowingly.

One of these programs is Spyware Eliminator which you can try risk free for 90 days. Download Spyware Eliminator