Spyware and Spyware Remover Tools
Fake spyware remover products actually install more spyware and usually make the situation worse for the user.
Ask any computer user what is the most annoying thing about the internet, or what do they fear most on the internet and the vast majority of them will say spyware, or adware. A simple search on the internet for spyware or spyware remover will reveal a confusing array of products claiming to protect you from spyware or aid in spyware removal.
What is Spyware?
Spyware is a generic term that describes any software that in some way tracks your internet usage so that it can gather that information and sell it. Some of this software, once installed on your computer, can be very difficult to remove and will almost always effect your computer's performance.
The majority of companies that produce spyware tend to be unethical in that they will use any means necessary to get you to install their spyware and try to make sure you don't remove it. Some spyware manufacturers even market their product as Spyware Remover or Adware Removal products. These fake spyware remover products actually install more spyware and usually make the situation worse for the user. For more information, check out our article on Rogue Anti-Spyware.
