FYI : These are the safety software programs that I use on all my PCs. The programs are high-quality, updated regularly, and are free for personal use. You can always upgrade to a paid version or make a donation if you wish. It is wise to use several software programs because each specializes in a specific safety area and if you run all of them regularly – you will stay safe! They have kept my computers safe for years! I am a heavy-duty user and 25 year IT Pro – these have definitely been tested in the real world. Note: Make sure to update each software program before running them.
- CCleaner ( crap cleaner) : Optimization and Cleaning
http://www.piriform.com/ccleaner/download/standard - Spybot-S&D (Search and Destroy)
Scans and removes spyware, adware, hijackers and other malicious software.
http://www.safer-networking.org/en/download/index.html - Ad-Aware Free Antivirus & Antispyware
Anti-virus and spyware removal software
http://www.lavasoft.com/products/ad_aware_free.php - AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition 2012
Free antivirus and anti-spyware security software
http://download.cnet.com/AVG-Anti-Virus-Free-Edition-2012/3000-2239_4-10320142.html?part=dl-avg_free_us&subj=dl&tag=buttonlast edited December 14, 2011
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