Nobody likes it when they have computer problems. You may be experiencing random crashes or shut downs. It may seem like everything is moving in slow motion or like you are constantly closing annoying pop-ups.

If this describes what it’s like to use your computer you may want to have a technician look at it to determine if you been the victim of a spyware virus. It’s a common problem that people are experiencing more and more.

Spyware has become a necessary tool in combating viruses and other problems that come from surfing the web. A recent study showed that 90% of computers on the internet have been compromised by some sort of spyware. It can be so insidious that some computer users don’t even know they have a problem until their computer is noticeably slower.

It’s amazing how spyware can take over a computer. It’s been reported that some computers have as many as 1,000 different spyware infections, from cookies to Trojan horses. Not all spyware is the same. Some are more dangerous than others.

Not all spyware is dangerous. Some spyware just tracks your browsing habits, but others have more evil intent. They are designed to steal your personal information. Your passwords, credit card information and social security number are all information hackers seek to steal your identity.

Spyware are most commonly downloaded through file sharing programs such as Kazaa and BearShare, but it can also install itself directly from a web page. This is known as a “drive-by” installation and can occur in just seconds. Before you know it, your computer is infected.

So, if your computer has begun running slow or has shown other warning signs, don’t ignore them. There are remedies for spyware that will have your computer running like new and protects you from would-be identity thieves.

There are anti-spyware programs on the market that will keep out dangerous spyware and give you peace of mind. ParetoLogic’s XoftSpySE for example, will help detect spyware and remove it automatically. It will event prevent it from installing itself in the future.

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