How to Rid Your Computer of Adware, Spyware and Viruses

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Consider switching to Linux.

   There is a link at the bottom of this page which will connect you to the relevant website which will allow you to do this. , This program will scan your computer for the annoying pop ups (commonly known as "adware") and eliminate them.
   
   Be sure to update Ad-aware often! Also, consider downloading a browser that blocks pop ups.
   
   Mozilla Firefox is one of these, and there are plugins for Internet Explorer that also block pop ups. , Be sure to update the program before using.
   
   Click the "Immunize" button on the left as soon as it is installed in order to protect your computer from future harm.
   
   Then proceed to scan.
   
   Do not be alarmed if it finds a multitude of problems, just be sure to fix all of them. , Be sure to enable all protection.
   
   This program will keep your computer from accessing sites that install malware. ,,,,
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   Step 2: Make sure that you keep Windows updated at all times.

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   Step 3: If you are having issues with pop ups

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   Step 4: consider downloading Ad-Aware.

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   Step 5: Download Spybot: Search and Destroy.

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   Step 6: Download SpywareDoctor and install the latest updates.

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   Step 7: Download and install Antivirus from http://www.free-av.com/ (Not suggested when using McAfee or Norton)

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   Step 8: Download and install AVG Antivirus from http://free.grisoft.com/freeweb.php

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   Step 9: Download and install SiteAdvisor from McAfee from http://www.siteadvisor.com/download/ie.html for Internet Explorer users or http://www.siteadvisor.com/download/ff.html for Firefox Users

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    Step 10: If you are using the Internet Explorer web browser

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    Step 11: prevent things like this from happening by switching to Mozilla Firefox or Opera or Safari

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    Step 12: as they don’t have the same vulnerabilities.

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