Is spyware detection software loaded?
If you do not have anti-spyware software, Gateway recommends the Gateway Complete Security Suite, complete with Webroot’s SpySweeper and Windows Washer applications, or for just spyware protection (if you already have anti-spyware protection) download Microsoft’s Windows Defender, for free. • For protection from viruses, spyware, and malware, Do the following: • Backup important documents, pictures, and other items. (Most important for recovery) Note: These should be scanned for spyware and viruses prior to installing back on the system. • Make the Apps and Drivers disk (second Most important for recovery) Then: • Install virus protection software. • Install spyware protection software. • Install firewall software. • Run Updates on all protection programs for the most current definition files. • Run Windows Update for most current Windows Operations updates. • Run other software updates on frequently used programs. Further protection options listed below. Ask: • Is the anti-spyware def