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You simply must get this. It is the only adware/spyware you will ever need and it is FREE for the basic version. Though not an antivirus program, it will detect and destroy most viruses when other AV programs cannot. It also certified adware/spyware free by CNET. If you have any issues, the mods on their forums are VERY helpful.
The free version is good enough that it might be worthy of going in the Freebies forum.
http://download.cnet.com/Malwarebytes-Anti-Malware/3000-8022_4-10804572.html
CNET Review
" * Reviewed by: Seth Rosenblatt
* Reviewed on: February 11, 2009
* Version reviewed: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.37
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is a surprisingly effective freeware antimalware tool. It's a relatively speedy malware remover, with the quick scan taking about 8 minutes even with other high-resource programs running. The heuristics engine proved on multiple computers during empirical testing that it was capable of determining the difference between false positives and dangerous apps.
The app has some nice features rolled in, too. It supports multiple drive scanning including networked drives, context menu options including a scan-on-demand for individual files, and the FileAssassin option under the More Tools section for removing locked files. The interface is simple, but pleasant-looking and well-organized. Tabs live just below the oversized logo, with few options per tab to keep down the clutter. The installation process was fast enough, but interestingly offered up the well-kept changelog and an instant definition file update.
Do note that the real-time protection is restricted to the paid version, as is the scheduler for updates and scans. Overall, though, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is a responsive malware remover that does what it should with a minimum of fuss."
The free version is good enough that it might be worthy of going in the Freebies forum.
http://download.cnet.com/Malwarebytes-Anti-Malware/3000-8022_4-10804572.html
CNET Review
" * Reviewed by: Seth Rosenblatt
* Reviewed on: February 11, 2009
* Version reviewed: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.37
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is a surprisingly effective freeware antimalware tool. It's a relatively speedy malware remover, with the quick scan taking about 8 minutes even with other high-resource programs running. The heuristics engine proved on multiple computers during empirical testing that it was capable of determining the difference between false positives and dangerous apps.
The app has some nice features rolled in, too. It supports multiple drive scanning including networked drives, context menu options including a scan-on-demand for individual files, and the FileAssassin option under the More Tools section for removing locked files. The interface is simple, but pleasant-looking and well-organized. Tabs live just below the oversized logo, with few options per tab to keep down the clutter. The installation process was fast enough, but interestingly offered up the well-kept changelog and an instant definition file update.
Do note that the real-time protection is restricted to the paid version, as is the scheduler for updates and scans. Overall, though, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is a responsive malware remover that does what it should with a minimum of fuss."
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