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Oracle Tips by Burleson |
Web Stalkers
Chapter 11 - Internet Spies
Protection from Web Spies
To learn more about what works and what
doesn’t, visit these informative websites. Useful resources can be
identified that will help evaluate which Spyware and Adware
detection programs are best suited to each individual’s needs.
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www.spywarewarrior.com/rogue_anti-spyware.htm#trustworthy
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www.firewallguide.com/spyware.htm
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www.pcpitstop.com/spycheck/top25.asp
In addition to the software tools presented in
this chapter, there are other steps that can be taken to reduce the
risk of exposure to malicious and dangerous Spy and Adware
programs. These steps include:
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Exercise caution in all computer related
activities. Don’t get paranoid, but all users must keep their eyes
open and be aware of what’s going on with their computer.
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Never respond to pop-up ads by clicking on
them or following their instructions. Just shut them down by
closing the windows manually.
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Make use of on-line resources to learn about
the threats posed by Spyware and how to counter them.
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Never install any program of any kind that is
not from a recognized and reputable source.
Conclusion
While there are legitimate applications for
both Spyware and Adware, less altruistically motivated variations of
these programs clearly pose a threat to unsuspecting computer users.
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