SpywareBlaster is a good proactive tool to stop spyware.

The other programs that I mentioned clean up spyware/adware. This program stops it from being installed.

Everything I have recommended is FREE to use and download. Stay away from the spyware software that sells online... there are much better freeware solutions that do a great job of detecting and cleaning spyware/adware.

Here is a link to SpywareBlaster:

http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html

This is the question I get asked most from clients, friends, and family. I posted the top 2 free utilities to remove spyware on the frontpage of this site.

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