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    Despite reductions in the number of computers infected by spyware applications, the troublesome software has created a billion-dollar industry that continues to plague both consumers and businesses, researchers said on Tuesday.

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    Although as many as 90 percent of home computers have been infected with spyware in the U.S. at some time, a majority of PC owners don't know how to solve the problem, according to a poll released late last Friday.

  • Spyware-killing Vista could take out rivals

    There's a software product coming that has the potential to demote spyware from a security priority to an afterthought: Windows Vista.

  • Anti-spyware demo turns malware double agent

    A strain of malware disguised as anti-spyware has become the latest double-agent in multi-step "convergence" crime online.

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  • Research: Spyware industry worth billions

    Despite reductions in the number of computers infected by spyware applications, the troublesome software has created a billion-dollar industry that continues to plague both consumers and businesses, researchers said on Tuesday.

  • Spying on spyware makers

    This researcher has spent years analysing how spyware programs work. His findings have been published and has resulted in red faces and, occasionally, lawsuit threats.

  • Spyware Doctor 3.2

    With its quick scanning and multiple tools for stopping malware before it infects your computer, Spyware Doctor is a solid spyware remover.

  • Google, Sun, others band to fight spyware, adware

    New coalition to name companies that sneak ads and spying programs onto computers of unsuspecting Web surfers.

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    Norton AntiVirus 2004 now includes tools to combat nonvirus threats such as adware and spyware.

  • Pop those pop-ups: Six packages tested

    Fed up with pop-up ads? We review six ad-free browser apps, each with its own method of removing annoying solicitations.

  • Spyware Doctor 3.2

    With its quick scanning and multiple tools for stopping malware before it infects your computer, Spyware Doctor is a solid spyware remover.

  • Microsoft Windows Defender beta 2

    With Windows Defender beta 2, Microsoft beefs up its free antispyware app with a new name, engine and tools.

  • Tech Guide: Downloads that kill spyware

    Spyware can hijack your browser's home page and display random annoying pop-up ads, as well as track your surfing habits to send your private information to its parent company. Here are three apps to keep your PC spyware-free.

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