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 8.5 here
NEW - AVG Internet Security Suite V. 8.5
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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XoftSpy is
one of the Most Advanced Spyware
Detection
and Removal application on the Internet.
Ad-Aware
by LavaSoft
Anniversary Edition 2009
(once a week, make sure you update!)
Free version available HERE
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.
New VIPRE replaces COUNTERSPY
VIPRE delivers comprehensive protection against
today's
highly complex spyware, viruses, and
blended
malware
threats for superior PC and email
security.
Step up
from
that old AV and upgrade to next -
generation VIPRE now!
After
running the above, you should then run:
Windows Defender from MicroSoft
Windows Update
Windows Disk Cleanup
Here is our list of other preferred utilities:
A-Squared Spyware scanner (run manually)
spyware remover
http://www.emsisoft.com/en/software/free/
CCleaner-very powerful registry and free space utility
http://www.ccleaner.com/
Comodo Firewall / Antivirus free firewall
(for Vista 64 machines, Zonealarm won’t work on them, yet)
http://www.personalfirewall.comodo.com/
JKDefrag (run manually) defrag utility
(
better than Windows Defrag)
http://www.kessels.com/Jkdefrag/
Multiple system utilities. Use the freeware version!
http://www.glaryutilities.com/
Revo Uninstaller (very cool, and deletes left behind stuff)
http://www.revouninstaller.com/
Spyware Blaster by Javacoolsoftware
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/products.html
SUPERantispyware
http://www.filehippo.com/download_superantispyware/
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.
