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Adware Killer Review

I learned through my research about Adware Killer programs that you ought to be careful about the types of file-sharing software you install into your PC because of the potential for such file-sharing software to have some added features riding on them � meaning, once you have installed them in your computer, you may lose control over certain functions of your own operating system.

For example, one user claims that the file-sharing software they incorporated into his PC forced him to see certain websites that were part of the file database of these file-sharing software. Before this user could navigate away from these "obligatory" websites, he would waste valuable time being presented to them online one by one. It was only by removing the offensive software that the PC was brought back to normal.

Fortunately, there are some Adware Killer programs that can effectively track down, tag and then eliminate the threat posed by adware doubling as spyware in your PCs. One company that produces a great Adware Killer program would be Lavasoft which created the Ad-Aware line of anti-adware/anti-spyware products. You can either download its freeware version from lavasoft or buy the for-pay products � all of which are produced under the Lavasoft Ad-Aware brand name.

One reason that Lavasoft Ad-Aware comes highly recommended is that it won during the PC World's 20th World Class Awards 2002. With this product, not only do you get to identify many known spyware and adware applications, but you have the option of which to remove as well. Both the basic and the deep registry can be scanned with Lavasoft Ad-Aware while the local hard drives don't get left out either. In addition, the company will allow you to get regular updates for your Lavasoft Ad-Aware program so that you stay on top of developments.

Some adware programs appear more commonly than others so keep a lookout for such adware names like: TrustToolBar, NowBox, NetSource, NetZany, NetRadar, FlashTrack, JaypeeSysBHo, OpenMe, UCmore, BDE Projector, Lop.Com, WurldMediaBHO, EWA, Ezsearchbar, Transponder, ZapSpot, SurfPlus, AdvertBar, NetPal, CashBar, TopMoxie, ImiServerIEPlugin, NetworkEssentials, DownloadWare, GoHip, CommonName, MessageMates, Wnad, Webhancer, Web3000, TimeSink, OnFlow, Hotbar, OfferCompanion, SEBar, HomePageWare, Flyswat, Expedioware, eZula, EverAd, DSSAgent, Doubleclick, Cydoor, Comet Cursor, Bulla.com, Aureate, Alexa, AdReady, and AdBreak.

You know that your Windows operating system has been infiltrated by adware if certain things happen: like if you find pop-ups cropping up on your screen, or if banner ads suddenly flash at the bottom or top of your monitor screen. Adware in itself may not be harmful - it is when they double as spyware or have spyware integrated into them that you have to worry.

Your only problem with using Adware Killer programs is if they do not have the capability to identify the latest adware programs that come out. This is because, like the people who create viruses, adware seems to keep evolving into more potent and destructive forms nowadays. So try to stay on top by updating your Lavasoft Ad-Aware program (as well as any other type of Adware Killer programs you may be using.)