With the
rise in adware, malware, and spyware on
the internet, we have decided to provide our visitors
and clients with our preferred list of utilities and
services to keep your PCs working smoothly. We
hope you find these resources useful and helpful.
First, virus protection software. Our experience
has shown that AVG Anti-Virus from GriSoft
is outstanding, and it is FREE for personal use.
You should update your virus definition files
once a week. AVG will do it automatically
if you want. Free registration required.)
AVG Anti-Virus Software here!
>Download
the FREE version 7.5 here<
NEW - AVG Internet Security Suite V. 8.0
Anti-Virus, Anti-Spyware, Anti-Spam,
LinkScanner & Firewall
Adware,
Spyware, Malware Removal Programs
(We recommend you use them in this order.)
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A
New Addition!
XoftSpy is
the Latest and Most Advanced Spyware
Detection
and Removal application on the Internet. We
will
prevent anyone from "spying" on your Internet activites.
Use our Free Scanner to find out if your PC is infected
with:
| Spyware |
W32/Spybot |
Browser
Hijackers |
| Adware |
Malware |
Keyloggers |
Ad-Aware
by LavaSoft (free version)
(once a week, make sure you update!)
Spy-Bot
Search and Destroy
Free, donations accepted (beware of fakes!)
(once a week, make sure you update!)
Webroot Spy Sweeper
(excellent program)
Award-winning anti-spyware software that
effectively
detects and safely removes spyware
and adware from
your PC. Allows you one free
update, then
subscription for updates is required.
A
Preferred Application!
CounterSpy detects,
deletes and protects!
CounterSpy has Active Protection™. You could
call it
a "spy-wall."
There are "checkpoints" that are
monitored in real-time for attempts to install spyware.
A very high percentage will be blocked by CounterSpy.
(Free 30 day evaluation)
After
running the above, you should then run:
Windows Defender from MicroSoft
Windows Update
Windows Disk Cleanup
Windows Disk Defragmenter
(For defragmenting, we recommend Power
Defrag!)
High
Speed Internet Users (Broadband)
Protecting your systems with a firewall is a MUST!
We recommend:
Download
ZoneAlarm Pro
The free version is excellent, but the
PRO
version is even better!
If you are having trouble with broadband connections
dropping on a regular basis, we suggest you try
TREEWALK DNS SERVER
A
suggestion: If you plan on using one of our services,
first check and see if there is an affiliate program or
business opportunity for that service. Then, sign up as
an affiliate, and become your OWN customer. Not only
will you save on the products or services you choose,
you can generate commissions on your own use,
and build ongoing income.
