Spyware Blockers

According to a report in USA Today, a private detective says that spyware sales on his Web site are going through the roof. The software is designed to root out cheating spouses, and Jimmie Mesis says his sales are up 20% in the weeks leading up to February 14.

GPS tracking devices are big this year. These little devices attach to a vehicle and report the location of the car using a Web interface. Sales of computer-based spyware are up 141% as Valentine’s Day approaches. These software packages monitor incoming and outgoing email, Webcam activity and other devices that might reveal a cheating heart. Mesis attributes the increase in sales to a sour economy. Fewer people can afford the services of a private investigator, so they want to do their own research.

Spyware Isn’t Just Limited To Valentine’s Day

The love of your life may or may not be watching what you’re doing online, but it’s a good bet that someone is. Tens of thousands of spyware packages are making the rounds. While many spyware packages require that the user download them, sometimes spyware infections can be traced to visiting infected Web sites or following compromised links.

Your personal information, email, address books, browsing habits, credit card information and personal information can be placed at risk by this malware. Often, these software packages take the information they find and report it to a third party, who then uses the information to steal your identity.

XoftSpy SE from Spywareblockers.org can help you detect and disable spyware that has been loaded onto your computer or that is disguised as some other type of software. At the Spywareblockers.org Web site, you can test your computer to see if you have a spyware infection, or if your computer is harboring other dangerous malware.

XoftSpy SE can detect thousands of threats using its extensive database of known threats and vulnerabilities. The product is updated regularly so you can be sure that your spyware/malware protection is up to date. Say goodbye to harmful Trojans, worms, viruses, and spyware. Eliminate annoying adware that pops up unwanted or offensive advertising on your computer and slows its performance to a crawl. Keep your personal information safe from the prying eyes of hackers, and maintain control of your computer.

With XoftSpy SE, you decide how often you want to scan your computer for dangerous malware. New malware infections arrive every day. Are you ready to defend your turf?

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Yes, it’s true. Many malware producers are making their living on creating both a problem and its solution. Malware masquerading as anti-spyware software is nothing new, but the number of people who are getting burned by rogue anti-spyware software is growing.

Anti-spyware software may have all of the characteristics of the spyware you’re trying to get rid of. It promises to do something you want. It preys upon unsuspecting consumers. It looks completely legitimate. It may even be freely downloadable.

Rogue Anti-Spyware Poses A Big Problem

What does rogue anti-spyware do? The same things that regular spyware does. Its effect may range from trying to make you believe (falsely) you have spyware loaded on your computer and need additional (usually worthless) products. It can also download all kinds of adware, Trojans and other malware that the rogue program can then “discover” and “fix.” (Or not.)

The rogue anti-spyware program relies on the fact that many people don’t differentiate between anti-spyware products, assuming instead that all anti-spyware programs are equally capable. It also relies on our seemingly innate desire to get something for nothing.

So how big is the rogue anti-spyware problem? Big and growing. Analysts believe that there are hundreds of rogue anti-spyware programs in the open right now. The fact remains that no matter how strongly consumers are warned about “free downloads” some users won’t carefully research these software packages before downloading them to their computers.

You need anti-spyware protection you can trust. XoftSpy SE from Spywareblockers.org is an excellent tool for ridding your computer of existing spyware and malware, and preventing infections from occurring in the futire. XoftSpy SE relies on a comprehensive database of known malware, adware and spyware programs and their numerous variants to find, disable and remove these bad actors from your computing environment. Once your environment is clean, XoftSpy SE keeps working to make sure your computer stays that way.

You control XoftSpy SE and how often your system is checked and cleaned. XoftSpy SE also works amicably with other spyware and malware removal programs to provide a blanket of protection over your computer. With XoftSpy SE, you can rest easier knowing that your computer, your surfing habits and your personal information will remain secure, even if you inadvertently visit a compromised Web site or download a malicious application.

Don’t rely on luck. Choose your anti-spyware software carefully. Look no farther than Spywareblockers.org for the real protection you need to surf safely.

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Malware designers are clever and spend a great deal of their design time trying to figure out how to avoid detection. From the perspective of efficiency, designs that evade the most popular malware are going to be the most successful. Users, after all, tend to think that all malware protection is created equal, and once you have an anti-malware suite on your computer, you’re set for life.

Not so. Many thoughtful users run multiple malware protection programs on their computers. This strategic approach provides multiple layers of protection and increases the chances that a malware infection will be recognized and stopped by at least one of the resident anti-malware programs. Further, multiple malware programs that identify the same threat confirm the existence of malware on the host computer. Sometimes, discovering that you have a problem is half the battle.

XoftSpy SE Provides An Added Level Of Protection

XoftSpy SE from Spywareblockers.org works well with other anti-malware and anti-virus programs. You don’t need to choose between malware protection products, and having a second (or even third) application that checks your computer regularly can help you spot and solve problems that clever malware designers hope you never find.

XoftSpy SE uses a database with nearly one-quarter million spyware and variant signatures to detect and disable or prevent malware from taking up residence on your computer. XoftSpy SE doesn’t interfere with any programs (other than malware) on your computer.

XoftSpy SE lets you choose how often your computer is scanned for noxious adware, spyware and malware that can put your computer, your private data, your family, or your employees at risk. The product is updated regularly, so you can be certain that your computer is protected against even the newest Trojans, keyloggers, worms, rootkits and other nasty, unauthorized software that may otherwise find itself on your computer.

XoftSpy SE runs quietly in the background, watching over your computer and preventing others from watching what you’re doing. With XoftSpy SE, your browsing is safe and secure, free from the prying eyes of third parties who are after your account information, passwords, credit card numbers, Social Security number and other valuable data you store on your computer.

XoftSpy SE also frees you from putting up with unwanted advertising streams for products you don’t want and didn’t ask for. It protects your family computer from malware that children may unknowingly download, too. Don’t take chances with your computer security. Even if malware protection is already on your computer, add a second layer of security with XoftSpy SE from Spywareblockers.org.

Adware can be more than just an annoying nuisance. It can be difficult to get rid of, impossible to control and it can load your computer with unwanted, irrelevant and just plain offensive advertising. The loading cycle for the ads can slow the performance of your computer, and frequently, adware is accompanied by other malicious software that observes your browsing habits, reports your private information to third parties and occupies space on your computer that you didn’t authorize and don’t want to give up.

Where does adware come from and how does it get onto your computer? While some people liken adware to a virus, it’s technically not viral. You download Adware onto your computer. You may not know or understand that you’re loading this annoying software. It may be bundled with another software package that you like or want. Unfortunately, when you load the program you want, you also get the one you don’t want.

The information about adware may or may not be buried in user agreements or terms of service. You might pick up adware from visiting a compromised Web site, clicking on an advertisement or following a link that comes to you in an email from a friend. In the past, adware authors may have relied solely on their “product” to get you to download and install it. These days, many adware companies aren’t asking; adware is simply loaded onto your computer, whether you like it or not.

One such example of “bundled” adware is Messenger Plus! Live, an add-on software package that extends the function of Windows Live Messenger. The software allows users to customize their copy of Windows Live Messenger with sounds, colors and even self-programmed adjustments to the software. It also comes bundled with adware that serves up ad after ad after ad.

For the adult user, this advertising tsunami can be annoying and difficult to disable, but Messenger Plus! Live has a special appeal to teenage users. These users are bombarded with ads for credit cards, online gambling sites and other products that are normally reserved for adults.

If you have children in your home, or you work in an environment where children are present, you have to protect your computers from this kind of assault. Spywareblockers.org offers XoftSpy SE, an excellent anti-spyware, -malware and –adware program that can detect and remove existing infections and protect your computer from additional threats. You control the behavior of XoftSpy SE and the level of protection you get.

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If you like playing online games, (and many people do), you could be putting yourself in a position to pick up more than just a little entertainment online. Gaming sites are becoming a growth area for malware and other security threats. The newer threats are sophisticated and are designed to draw in unsuspecting users.

Gaming and Malware Make A Great Combination

The profile of the game threat falls neatly in line with historical malware/spyware/adware campaigns that attempted to get users to download free “utilities” that were nothing more than adware or malware clients. The new approach relies on people’s desire to get something “good” for little or no cost. Adware and other malware masquerades as a game client, and people willingly load this malicious software on their computers.

The malware can provide the authors with usernames, passwords, and virtual and real assets that reside on the victim’s computer. Malware game clients typically contain Trojan programming that is designed to identify and steal user information. They attract users to the game site using paid advertising like banner ads, or embedded links in blog comments, discussion boards and other user-generated content.

Don’t assume that only illegitimate games are the target of malware authors. Legitimate gaming portals, like World of Warcraft, are plum targets for malware creators. By getting a user’s WoW account information, hackers can steal game assets that a user has accumulated or created through gameplay. These assets are then sold to other gamers who are willing to pay real cash for the virtual assets. The theft happens quickly and once the virtual assets are gone, they’re gone.

On the surface, it may not seem like a big deal, but if you’ve put your own time, effort and money into playing the games, and pay for access to gaming sites, you don’t want to compromise your gaming accounts.

Effective malware protection is a requirement if you participate in online gaming. You need to protect your computer and your gaming accounts from malware that is designed to rob you of the assets you’ve built or acquired while playing the game. Save your reliance on luck for the game itself. Don’t rely on luck to keep your computer clean and safe. Use XoftSpy SE from Spywareblockers.org to detect, remove and prevent malware infections on your computer. XoftSpy SE can help you stay safe online in online gaming environments/ It can protect the assets you’ve built and preserve your enjoyment of the online games you play.

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