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Today's threats are varied, sophisticated, and continue to adapt in order to get past your defenses. And that means that going online without essential protection in place on your computer is no longer an option.
The best ways to stay secure online are to prepare your PC with the right tools, and to use caution and common sense whenever you use the Internet. Updated spyware and virus protection with real-time monitoring are important tools in keeping spyware and malware from infecting your computer. An up-to-date firewall is another security must-have. These three elements provide fundamental security to your PC, and are essential to protect your information and your privacy.
What exactly are these tools and why are they necessary?
Anti-spyware software. Spyware attaches itself to individual computers to perform functions like monitoring Internet navigation and stealing information. Spyware can track your personal data and then send it to cyber criminals. Anti-spyware software can protect your computer by providing real-time protection against malware, spyware, and adware installations, as well as by detecting and removing such programs that are already installed on your computer.
Anti-virus software. A virus is code that recursively replicates a possibly evolved copy of itself. Viruses use computers to spread from one to another. They often perform a function that can erase files and processes from your computer. Anti-virus software can protect your computer from a range of cyber threats like viruses, worms, rootkits, and phishing attacks. The software keeps you protected by scanning files to look for known viruses, and by using what is known as heuristics to identify suspicious behavior which may indicate a threat.
Firewall. A firewall works as a barrier between your PC and cyber space. When you are connected to the Internet, you are constantly sending and receiving information in small units called packets. The firewall filters these packets to see if they meet certain criteria set by a series of rules, and thereafter blocks or allows the data. A firewall provides critical protection to keep your PC safe from unauthorized access, yet it cannot remove malware from a system that has already been infected; therefore it should be used in conjunction with anti-spyware and anti-virus software.
At Lavasoft, it is our mission to provide the solutions needed to protect against today's varied threat landscape. To help you fight the malware battle, the Lavasoft product lineup includes the following stand-alone and combined tools:
Ad-Aware 2008. Protect yourself and your family from identify theft, online fraud, and a host of other cyber crimes with our no-strings-attached free anti-spyware program, Ad-Aware 2008 Free. Get real-time detection and multi-layered protection against spyware and viruses with Ad-Aware 2008 Plus. Ad-Aware 2008 Pro includes more advanced features for savvy computer users and IT professionals.
Coming Soon! Lavasoft Anti-Virus Helix. Surf the Net, e-mail, and download with peace of mind with Lavasoft's anti-virus tool. Get real-time protection, defending your PC from viruses, worms, rootkits and drive-by downloads with Lavasoft Anti-Virus Helix.
Lavasoft Personal Firewall 3.0. A two-way firewall is a necessary component to secure your Internet connections. Lavasoft Personal Firewall prevents malware from infiltrating or "phoning home", providing protection against hackers, loss of personal data, and other unauthorized program activity.
For more information on additional tools to maintain your PC's health and security, see our articles: Tuning Up Your Computer and Keep Your Information Under Your Control.
Today's threats are varied, sophisticated, and continue to adapt in order to get past your defenses. And that means that going online without essential protection in place on your computer is no longer an option.
The best ways to stay secure online are to prepare your PC with the right tools, and to use caution and common sense whenever you use the Internet. Updated spyware and virus protection with real-time monitoring are important tools in keeping spyware and malware from infecting your computer. An up-to-date firewall is another security must-have. These three elements provide fundamental security to your PC, and are essential to protect your information and your privacy.
What exactly are these tools and why are they necessary?
Anti-spyware software. Spyware attaches itself to individual computers to perform functions like monitoring Internet navigation and stealing information. Spyware can track your personal data and then send it to cyber criminals. Anti-spyware software can protect your computer by providing real-time protection against malware, spyware, and adware installations, as well as by detecting and removing such programs that are already installed on your computer.
Anti-virus software. A virus is code that recursively replicates a possibly evolved copy of itself. Viruses use computers to spread from one to another. They often perform a function that can erase files and processes from your computer. Anti-virus software can protect your computer from a range of cyber threats like viruses, worms, rootkits, and phishing attacks. The software keeps you protected by scanning files to look for known viruses, and by using what is known as heuristics to identify suspicious behavior which may indicate a threat.
Firewall. A firewall works as a barrier between your PC and cyber space. When you are connected to the Internet, you are constantly sending and receiving information in small units called packets. The firewall filters these packets to see if they meet certain criteria set by a series of rules, and thereafter blocks or allows the data. A firewall provides critical protection to keep your PC safe from unauthorized access, yet it cannot remove malware from a system that has already been infected; therefore it should be used in conjunction with anti-spyware and anti-virus software.
At Lavasoft, it is our mission to provide the solutions needed to protect against today's varied threat landscape. To help you fight the malware battle, the Lavasoft product lineup includes the following stand-alone and combined tools:
Ad-Aware 2008. Protect yourself and your family from identify theft, online fraud, and a host of other cyber crimes with our no-strings-attached free anti-spyware program, Ad-Aware 2008 Free. Get real-time detection and multi-layered protection against spyware and viruses with Ad-Aware 2008 Plus. Ad-Aware 2008 Pro includes more advanced features for savvy computer users and IT professionals.
Coming Soon! Lavasoft Anti-Virus Helix. Surf the Net, e-mail, and download with peace of mind with Lavasoft's anti-virus tool. Get real-time protection, defending your PC from viruses, worms, rootkits and drive-by downloads with Lavasoft Anti-Virus Helix.
Lavasoft Personal Firewall 3.0. A two-way firewall is a necessary component to secure your Internet connections. Lavasoft Personal Firewall prevents malware from infiltrating or "phoning home", providing protection against hackers, loss of personal data, and other unauthorized program activity.
For more information on additional tools to maintain your PC's health and security, see our articles: Tuning Up Your Computer and Keep Your Information Under Your Control.
What Is Ad-Aware 2007?
Ad-Aware 2007 is the latest version of Lavasoft’s industry leading anti-spyware solution. Ad-Aware 2007 allows you to combat the growing threats and latest advancements of malicious spyware and malware.
Ad-Aware 2007 protects you from spyware that secretly takes control of your computer, resulting in aggressive advertising pop-ups, sluggish computer activity and even identity theft through stolen private information. We give you the tools to detect hazardous content on your computer, clearly identify their threat level, and then give you the ability to remove unwanted content, so that your private information remains right where it should - under your control.
Lavasoft’s advanced Code Sequence Identification (CSI) technology roots out deeply hidden malware and then searches for similar codes in order to identity emerging variants. Ad-Aware 2007 thoroughly scans your memory, registry, Hosts file, hard, removable and optical drives for known data-mining, aggressive advertising, parasites, scumware, keyloggers, trojans, dialers, malware, browser hijackers, and tracking components.
Ad-Aware 2007 is the latest version of Lavasoft’s industry leading anti-spyware solution. Ad-Aware 2007 allows you to combat the growing threats and latest advancements of malicious spyware and malware.
Ad-Aware 2007 protects you from spyware that secretly takes control of your computer, resulting in aggressive advertising pop-ups, sluggish computer activity and even identity theft through stolen private information. We give you the tools to detect hazardous content on your computer, clearly identify their threat level, and then give you the ability to remove unwanted content, so that your private information remains right where it should - under your control.
Lavasoft’s advanced Code Sequence Identification (CSI) technology roots out deeply hidden malware and then searches for similar codes in order to identity emerging variants. Ad-Aware 2007 thoroughly scans your memory, registry, Hosts file, hard, removable and optical drives for known data-mining, aggressive advertising, parasites, scumware, keyloggers, trojans, dialers, malware, browser hijackers, and tracking components.
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