Spyware is the term given to software that collects data about a person or organization. This collection is usually done without consent. Collected information is then forwarded to advertisers or other 'interested parties'.

Spyware can cause your web browser (such as Internet Explorer) to display 'popup' advertisements, route your browser to an unrequested website or change your home page.

But more dangerous is the spyware that performs surveillance on your PC. It can monitor all kinds of activity including keystroke capture. This kind of spyware copies all the keystrokes (typing done on a keyboard) that you perform. This can be anything from document content to login ids and passwords.

Anti Spyware software

This type of software monitors your Internet connection looking for suspicious programs attempting to contact your PC while you're online. As spyware is usually contained in a program or single file, you can also scan your PC at regular intervals to search for spyware installations.

Online Spyware Detector   This detector is free and scans your PC for signs of spyware installation and / or activity*. Download Anti Spyware software - Spybot Search & Destory   This is the FREE version of this popular spyware detection software*.

* Make sure you read and understand all installation instructions and / or licence / end user agreements before using / downloading / installing any software product.