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The Internet opens up a vast world of information, entertainment and freedom. Unfortunately, it can
also potentially open up your computer to a number of threats: spyware, viruses and hackers. At
Sasquatch Computer, we take your security seriously and are comitted to making your web experience
worry-free. With that in mind, we have compiled this list of software and tools you can use to
keep your PC stable and secure.
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For total system protection: Firewall, Anti-Virus, Anti-Spyware, Pop-up blocking, and more!
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Spyware and Adware make up the biggest threat to your PC's integrity. Spyware/Adware are various programs that can sneak onto your
computer when you install or run software from the Internet. Once on board, it can track your Internet
usage habits, make your computer unstable and make your personal information available to third parties.
Symptoms of a problem include sluggish PC performance, having your Internet Explorer home page set to an
unfamiliar site and lots of pop ups.
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The best anti-spyware package with free weekly updates and support.
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FREE:
Spybot: Search and Destroy
One of the best free utilities. Includes automatic updates and Internet Explorer protections.
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FREE:
Lavasoft Ad-Aware SE Personal Edition
Another good free utility with regular updates. Use with Spybot for increased protection.
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eTrust PestPatrol Anti-Spyware
A great utility that catches malicious software that other scanners miss. Try before you buy!
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Giant AntiSpyware
One of the most powerful utilities available. Includes realtime protection and regular updates.
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Another serious threat Internet users face is that of viruses: malicious programs spread from PC
to PC that can completely compromise system security and stability. They
generally hide out in seemingly legitimate data, such as e-mail attachments, and wait for a user
to open the data and activate them. Some viruses can sneak in through security holes in system
software and strike without warning. Be sure to scan for viruses if your PC is running abnormally.
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Top of the line virus protection with automatic updates published before other scanners.
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FREE:
AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition
A great free utility. Fast, up to date, realtime protection and easy to use. Give it a try!
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FREE:
AntiVir Personal Edition
A good scanner that removes more than 80,000 viruses and has realtime protection.
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Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 2005
A fast, up-to-date scanner with realtime protection, anti-spyware features and a firewall!
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McAfee VirusScan
A very popuplar, easy-to-use scanning system with automatic updates and realtime protection.
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Hackers are a serious concern for Internet users who access financial information or shopping online.
Hackers are malicious individuals who exploit security holes to compromise a computer's security.
A compromised computer can be used to spy on its owner, or it can be completely hijacked and used to
attack other computers. Using a software firewall will protect your computer from unauthorized access,
stop hackers in their tracks, and reduce the risk of getting spyware, adware and viruses.
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A powerful, flexible firewall with regular updates and ad-blocking for Microsoft Internet Explorer.
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FREE:
ZoneAlarm
A fast, effective, free and easy to use firewall. Your best bet for basic security.
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FREE:
Windows Firewall
Free if you have Windows XP with Service Pack 2. Click on the link for more information.
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Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 2005
A full-featured firewall, virus scanner, and more. A great security suite for a reasonable price.
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McAfee Personal Firewall Plus
Powerful, easy to use firewall protection with regular updates and free technical support.
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It's not uncommon for a web surfer to have lots of passwords to remember. Dialup, e-mail, online banking, and forums often
all have different access passwords. This leads to the problem of remembering all these passwords while keeping them safe
from prying eyes and hackers. The solution is a password manager: software that remembers your passwords for you. You set
a master password that you won't forget, and it keeps all of your passwords in a secure, extremely encrypted environment that
only you can access.
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Uses strong encryption and allows you to fill out online password forms with a single click.
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FREE:
Password Agent Lite
Stores passwords, memos and more using 256-bit U.S. government-approved encryption.
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FREE:
KeyWallet
An easy to use password manager that can fill out Internet Explorer forms automatically.
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PasswordSafe
Uses 128-bit encryption to store your account information in safe, condidential files.
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RoboForm
An Internet Explorer toolbar that encrypts your stored password and fills out forms.
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