Prevent the installation of spyware and other potentially unwanted software! Spyware, adware, browser hijackers, and dialers are some of the fastest-growing threats on the Internet today. By simply browsing to a web page, you could find your computer to be the brand-new host of one of these unwanted fiends!

The most important step you can take is to secure your system. And SpywareBlaster is the most powerful protection program available.

* Prevent the installation of ActiveX-based spyware, adware, browser hijackers, dialers, and other potentially unwanted software.
* Block spyware/tracking cookies in Internet Explorer and Mozilla/Firefox.
* Restrict the actions of potentially unwanted sites in Internet Explorer.

SpywareBlaster can help keep your system spyware-free and secure, without interfering with the “good side” of the web.

And unlike other programs, SpywareBlaster does not have to remain running in the background.

SpywareBlaster is freeware for personal and educational use.

Developer: Javacool Software
License: Freeware
OS: Windows All
Size: 2.4 MB
Download SpywareBlaster 4.1 link

With PC Tools AntiVirus Free Edition you are protected against the most nefarious cyber-threats attempting to gain access to your PC and personal information. Going online without protection against the latest fast-spreading virus and worms, such as Netsky, Mytob and MyDoom, can result in infections within minutes.

Once infected, the virus will usually attempt to spread itself to your friends, family and associates by accessing your email contacts and networked PCs. The infection may also allow hackers to access files on your PC, use it to launch attacks against other computers and websites or to send mass SPAM email.

That’s why PC Tools AntiVirus Free Edition provides world-leading protection, with rapid database updates, IntelliGuard™ real-time protection and comprehensive system scanning to ensure your system remains safe and virus free. PC Tools products are trusted and used by millions of people everyday to protect their home and business computers against online threats.

PC Tools AntiVirus Free Edition feature highlights
* Protects your PC as you are working, surfing and playing
* Detects, quarantines, disinfects and destroys Viruses, Trojans and Worms
* IntelliGuard™ protects your computer against threats in real-time
* Automatically checks for frequent updates against the latest threats
* Best of all it’s FREE. No catches, limitations or time-limits.

Developer: PC Tools
License: Freeware
OS: Windows All
Size: 20.1 MB
Download PC Tools AntiVirus Free Edition 5.0.0.7 Beta link

AVG Anti-Virus Free is one of the most popular solutions to provide basic security protection on home and non-commercial PCs. We invite you to join the millions of users around the world who rely on AVG’s unique award-winning detection methods by downloading AVG Anti-Virus Free.

More information about AVG Anti-Virus Free:

• 100% virus detection — AVG’s scanning engine has received numerous awards for its excellent detection of “in the wild” viruses, including the VB100% award. Its unique combination of detection methods provides full protection against viruses, worms, and trojans.
• Full on-access protection — The powerful AVG Resident Shield provides maximum protection by scanning every file opened, executed, or saved. It also prevents the opening or executing of infected files.
• Full e-mail protection — The AVG Personal E-mail Scanner checks every e-mail sent or received, providing full protection from e-mail-borne threats. AVG Anti-Virus Free supports all leading e-mail clients, including MS Outlook, The Bat!, Eudora, and all other SMTP/POP3-based e-mail clients, such as Outlook Express. Encrypted connections using SSL are also supported.
• Automatic threat handling — AVG Anti-Virus Free can automatically heal or remove infected files and other threats such as trojans and worms.

Developer: Grisoft
License: Freeware
OS: Windows All
Size: 46.0 MB
Download AVG Anti-Virus Free 8.0.135a1330 link

Spyware Terminator is a free spyware removal tool, will scan your computer for known threats and report findings in a manner that is easy to read and interpret. Every entry is given a rating and a classification, which makes it very easy to decide if a detected item should be removed. Unlike some free software titles, Spyware Terminator will remove all threats for free.

Spyware Terminator offers the ability to download and install updates automatically. Users are free to dictate how often Spyware Terminator checks for updates and how they are applied.

Spyware Terminator gives users the ability to schedule spyware scans on a regular basis to ensure computer integrity. Scans can be scheduled on either a daily or a weekly basis at any hour of the day.

Spyware Terminator has included the popular award winning open-source antivirus, Clam AntiVirus (ClamAV), for optional integration to achieve a higher level of security. ClamAV can be integrated into spyware scans, updates and the real-time protection.

Developer: Crawler.com
License: Freeware
OS: Windows All
Size: 7.4 MB
Download Spyware Terminator 2.2.3.444 link

Dr.Web is not just an Anti-virus product, It has the ability to go beyond other products on the market by being able to detect, cure and or delete malicious programs such as, but not limited too:
* Mass-mailing worms * E-mail viruses * File viruses * Trojans * Stealth viruses* Polymorphic viruses * Bodiless viruses * Macro viruses * MS Office viruses * Script viruses * Spyware * Password stealers * Keyloggers* Paid Dialers * Adware * Riskware * Hacktools * Backdoors * Joke programs * Malicious scripts * Spam* Scamming-, Pharming-, Phishing- messages * Bounce messages * Other malware*

Only Dr.Web can be installed on the already infected machine and can cure infected system without additional utilities. There is an option of updating Dr.Web virus databases before the installation, which takes just a few seconds and provides you in the end with the hottest adds-on to the virus database.

Updates to Dr.Web virus database are released as soon as new entries are added - up to several times per hour. “Hot” add-ons are released as soon as new threat is caught and analyzed. Dr.Web global monitoring network collects samples of new viruses from all over the world.

Dr.Web has the most compact virus database! This spares users’ time and computers’ resources, users scan quicker, and updates are downloaded instantaneously. Just one entry in it detects tens, or hundreds and even thousands of similar viruses.

Developer: Doctor Web, Ltd
License: Shareware
OS: Windows All
Size: 13.7 MB
Download Dr.Web for Windows 4.44.5.06300 link

Spybot Search and Destroy detects and removes spyware, a relatively new kind of threat not yet covered by common anti-virus applications. Spyware silently tracks your surfing behaviour to create a marketing profile for you that is transmitted without your knowledge to the compilers and sold to advertising companies. If you see new toolbars in your Internet Explorer that you haven’t intentionally installed, if your browser crashes inexplicably, or if your home page has been “hijacked” (or changed without your knowledge), your computer is most probably infected with spyware. Even if you don’t see the symptoms, your computer may be infected, because more and more spyware is emerging. Spybot-S&D is free, so there’s no harm giving it a try to see if something has invaded your computer.

To see a list of threats Spybot-S&D can remove, in the navigation bar at the left click on Support –> Threats. For an introduction to Spybot-S&D, please read the tutorial. If you fear incompatibility with other software you are now using, although we can assure you that there is no danger you can review our compatibility overview which lists some software whose compatibility has been analyzed.

Spybot-S&D can also clean usage tracks, an interesting function if you share your computer with other users and don’t want them to see what you have been working on. And for professional users, Spybot-S&D allows you to fix some registry inconsistencies and extended reports. A list of all the application’s features is also available.

Developer: Spybot
License: Freeware
OS: Windows All
Size: 14.4 MB
Download Spybot Search and Destroy 1.6.0.27 RC1 link

SpyRemover Pro detects and removes more than 63,104 types (more than 169,000 items and variants) of intrusive devices such as spyware, adware, hijackers, keyloggers, Trojans, tracking devices, hacker tools, and other spy devices on your PC. This spyware remover is powerful and easy to use.

SpyRemover Pro can remove the most difficult spyware infection for you. It is one of the most popular anti-spyware applications on Internet. More than 2 million copies have been downloaded.

SpyRemover Pro features:
* Detects and removes all types of intrusive devices such as spyware, adware, hijackers, keyloggers, Trojans, tracking devices, hacker tools and others.
* Powerful, yet easy to use for even the casual PC user.
* Offers the most comprehensive spyware definition database.
* Built-in auto-updating engine makes updating of the database easy.
* Real time protection automatically monitors PC for unwanted spyware.
* Enhanced detection and removal engine improves on the thoroughness, accuracy, speed, and efficiency of detecting and removing spyware.

Developer: InfoWorks Technology Company
License: Shareware
OS: Windows All
Size: 6,0 MB
Download SpyRemover Pro 3.04 link

Antiy Ghostbusters is a powerful anti-spyware PC security product, which also provides a management center and comprehensive collection of security tools. Antiy GhostBusters can detect and completely remove all kinds of Spywares, such as Adware, Pornoware, Trojans, Backdoors, Worms, Hacktools with high detection rate, especially to the unknown ones.

Developer: Antiy Labs
License: Shareware
OS: Windows All
Size: 15.9 MB
Download Antiy GhostBusters Professional 6.0.8.0 link

Banish viruses, block spam, and remove spyware from your PC for good. ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite not only eradicates threats but also prevents them from ever entering in the first place. Comprehensive protection defends your PC with robust firewall technology and stops identity thieves and spammers in a single, easy-to-use application.

* Complete PC Protection including award-winning antivirus, anti-spyware and firewall
* Multiple-layers of defense protect more deeply than other security solutions
* Easy and intuitive interface makes it simple to install, use and maintain.

ZoneAlarm Security Suite includes antivirus, anti-spyware, anti-spam and anti-phishing, identity theft protection and much more. All enhanced with the world’s top rated network/program firewall and operating system firewall.

Developer: Zone Labs
License: Freeware
OS: Windows All
Size: 50.3 MB
Download ZoneAlarm Security Suite 7.4.006 Beta link

Get AIM (AOL Instant Messenger) and plug in to what matters to you. Along with IM, Video Chat, email and the features you’ve come to love, take your AIM Buddy List to the next level. Choose what you want to see at the bottom of your Buddy List, from games to making phone calls from AIM, you decide what you see.

Customize your AIM experience.
* What is a plugin? Simply put, a plugin is an add-on to your software to expand its functionality. Our new AIM plugins allow you to add features to your Buddy List® window so it does more! You can watch videos, track your stocks, listen to your favorite music. Add as many as you like, just look for access at the bottom of your Buddy List.

Text your friends through IM.
* Don’t waste your text messages. Send IMs directly to your friends’ cell phones using AIM! That way, you’ll never miss an IM. Forward messages to your cell phone when you go offline. Staying in touch just got sweeter.

Get your game on with QQ Games.
* QQ Games are free multi-player games you can play with other AIM users. Your moves directly affect the competition, giving you a true multi-player gaming experience. Choose to add this plugin during installation or browse our plugin gallery for more cool add-ons.

Show off your true self.
* Create your own Buddy Icon, change your moods and choose a custom buddy sound to alert your friends that it’s you IMing! We’ve got thousands to choose from, so go ahead and browse our Expressions library now. Plus, you can now customize your Buddy List window with your favorite color.

Picture Share, Video Chat and much more!
* Sharing and keeping in touch have never been easier. With Voice and Video Chat, make your conversations come alive by going face-to-face with important contacts. Share your memories and important files with Picture Share. Save all of your online conversations with IM Logging. Keep in touch with your buddies when you or they are offline with Offline IM. Plus so much more!

Developer: America Online
License: Freeware
OS: Windows All
Size: 13.6 MB
Download AOL Instant Messenger for Windows 6.8.8.4 link