Spyware (otherwise known as Adware) sits on your system and sends information regarding your surfing habits back to a promotion server. So, like Big Brother, all your internet movements are monitored. The moment you choose a site that is connected with them, targeted advertising will pop up all over your screen. Something to be avoided. If you aren't concerned about that, you may still want to remove the Adware on your system as it slows down your internet use. While you're surfing other computers, other computers are surfing yours. Your internet connection slows down. In some cases to a complete halt as hundreds of spyware programs on your system try to send back your every move at once.

A program we recommend, which removes all the adware and spyware from your system, is Ad-Aware, and it is free. (Please note that some programs rely on adware to function, for example ICQ which uses rotating banner ads to make sure the program remains free. You need to make a decision)

Another program we recommend is ZoneAlarm Pro. A program that gives your computer a personal firewall. A firewall is a preventative software wall that stops unauthorized entry via your modem into your computer. Our computers are being accessed randomly and intentionally all the time via the internet. Take back your control with ZoneAlarm Pro.

There is a simple, free version of ZoneAlarm that works in a very basic mode. If you'd like to try that first before buying ZoneAlarm Pro, you can download it from here.

For other free, trial and buy downloads we recommend http://www.downloads.com . 

Remember to always check your system configuration and compatibility before installing, and read EVERYTHING that appears in the install wizard so that you can make a confident decision about your options. Electronic Desktop Solutions Pty Ltd does not take any responsibility for problems you may have with downloading and installing. But we can come out and help you if you need it!