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Spyware and adware
From Mary Landesman, your guide to Antivirus Software, free tools and tips to help stop adware and spyware from hijacking your browser and snooping on your every move.
Is all adware badware?
In the war against spyware, are legitimate advertising firms getting caught in the crossfire?
FTC cracks down on lonely housewives
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has lodged a complaint against those allegedly behind the so-called 'lonely housewives' spam.
Spyware bills miss heart of problem
I-SPY and SPY Act have passed Congress, but experts believe these two bills miss the heart of the problem - and leave those who fight against adware/spwyare at risk
Yahoo web beacons may not shine with users
Yahoo web beacons are merely a marketing term for web bugs - invisible images used to track your email and surfing habits.
Whats related.htm?
Related.htm is nothing more than a semi-useful feature that's there if you need it, that somehow got caught in the crosshairs of overzealous spyware protectors.
Microsoft's anti-spyware move not applauded by all
Microsoft’s decision to enter the spyware arena has not been without controversy. Those who blame Internet Explorer and Windows for the current spyware problem charge that the software giant is poised to charge for the misfortune they’ve allegedly caused.
Spyware: how prevalent is it?
Though headlines declare otherwise, the spyware problem may be less severe than claimed.
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