Free Spyware checker?

Question

Does anyone know a good free Virus checker that i can run to improve the performance of my computer. I currently have Norton 2008, however i have heard some pretty terrible things about it lately and it's possible inability to detect some spyware.

Answer 1

To remove spyware,there are many solutions exist, all of them with their own strengths and weaknesses.

You had better install at least 2 antispyware

Top 5 anti-spywares reviews,comparisons and download links on

http://www.anti-spyware-center.com/

You can download and scan your computer for free.

Answer 2

Go to http://www.spywareremover-download.com

Download Spywareremover for free.

Not only does spywareRemover get rid of the malicious spyware & adware  that have invaded your system, it also prevents infestations from reoccurring. SPYwareRemover will keep your computer's performance at its best and it will protect your privacy and your identity.

Answer 3

You can find free spyware checkers at the link below.

Answer 4

http://www.pcthreat.com/removers.html

you can download a free scan from here  

Answer 5

http://housecall.trendmicro.com/uk/

Answer 6

Follow the instruction on the link below to clean your computer and most likely improve your computer performance if your are infected

10 easy step virus and spyware removal using free software

http://www.review-ninja.com/2008/08/10-e...

Answer 7

There are some spyware checkers that do a great job for that sort of malware.

I've had good luck with Adaware. It's good at finding tracking cookies and other spy-based files.

Also, Spybot is another tool that checks for different things, including and especially spy processesses which may be on your computer, and also monitors if something (such as a website, or CD you insert) is trying to put something on your computer, and asks if you want it. If you expect it, of course say "YES" (like, if you've got a new piece of software on your CD). If it's unexpected or obviously  malicious, say NO, and, know who, what, or where tried to give you some spyware.

See DOWNLOAD.COM to get copies of these.

Adaware has come out with its own full-featured virus checker. It's not free, but I'm considering it when my copy of Zonealarm expires. I'm not thrilled with that software.

This is not the same as a virus checker. You need to keep and run a virus checker... and be sure to keep it up to date.

Beth