Monday, March 5, 2007

Can My AntiVirus Sofware Prevent Spyware?

No.
Though it would seem that, since spyware is unwanted, your antivirus software should detect it. However, your antivirus software will NOT detect spyware because spyware is different from a virus. The intent of a virus is to be exposed and public, after it sneakily enters your PC. The intent of spyware, on the other hand, is to remain hidden so that it can gather its information unnoticed, for weeks and months. Because of the difference between spyware and viruses, neither antivirus software or anti-spyware software is equipped to block both threats. You must purchase both products to ensure PC security. To learn more about antivirus and anti-spyware products see http://www.consumerfirstreviews.com/antivirus

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