Spyware is to Computer what Trojan Horse is to Troy.
First, you'll have to be sure that the problem with your computer is actually spyware. If it is, you should be able to remove it, but if your computer's problems rest in its actual hardware or construction, you'll probably want to get in touch with the manufacturer for some help. In some cases, a computer might be beyond fixing and you'll need to have it replaced. If your problem is only the spyware, you should be able to sweep it clean using the following technique.
Disconnect your computer from the internet - this might even be a good habit to keep up every night. Once your computer's disconnected from the Web, power it down by clicking "Shut down," or whatever proper way you have at your disposal. Give it a minute to shut down properly, and then have an anti-spyware CD ready. You'll re-boot your computer, this time with the CD ready to go. Once the computer's been started up, insert the CD and install the software.
Run a deep and wide software scan to find and track down the spyware on your system. (Note: You might want to set aside a day to handle this so that you can let the software take its sweet time). Periodically check in with your computer to see how far the scan has progressed. Once it's finished, go through with all the "deletes" you can to clear off the spyware from your computer.
After this is done, give your computer another re-boot and connect it back on to the computer. Make sure to note that the anti-spyware software you just installed might contribute to a longer start-up because it will automatically come on with your computer; if you don't want this, try to configure the options to meet your needs.
Your computer should now be spyware-free, or at least freshly cleaned. Now, back to "Age of Kings"!
Photo Credits: Darcy McCarty
Originally posted 2009-09-09 03:22:42.
