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Security and Protection Tools

In addition to retail products, many companies also offer free online services for both viruses and spyware.

Therefore, if you decide not to purchase protection products for your computer, it is important to check your system regularly with one of the many free online scanners. One great tool to consider is Symantec's Security Check which will check for both viruses and other vulnerabilities. For detailed spyware analysis, try Webroot's free Spy Audit.
 
Unfortunately it has been shown that no one virus or spyware product will catch all related threats. However, any protection you do choose will bring you a step closer to protecting your computer's integrety and your personal privacy.


Included below are a few direct links to useful tools available free on the internet.

Many of these companies also have a retail product available for purchase to provide further protection for your computer. See their web site and as well as their competitors for more information.

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