1) Ad-Aware by Lavasoft.  Definitely an effective piece of software. Adaware we must say was one of the leading titles to tackle the spyware and adware issues that became very common in 2001-2003.  As spyware became more complex in nature, different tools and utilities were needed.

2) Spybot Search & Destroy by Safer Networking.  A definite must.  We can’t stress how important it is to have this utility on your system.  cleans 50% of all spyware infections out there!

3) Spyware Doctor by Pc Tools.  Rated best spyware program for 2009.  Great tool to have on your side.  Comes with a built in anti virus as well.  Catches what others don’t.

4) HelpDeskAssist.com If all else fails, you just give us a call and we’ll take care of it without the need for you to lose any data!  Our methods are robust and are very rarely used in the industry as we’ve been doing this since the birth of Spyware!

9. Improving Memory and Caching Usage!

Cacheman – A great utility which improves the performance of your PC by optimizing the disk cache, memory management and a number of other vital system settings. Click the link, download and install!

Windows XP and Vista

Once Installed:

1. Go to Show Wizard and select All

2. Run all the wizards by selecting Next or Finished until you are back to the main menu. Use the defaults unless you know exactly what you are doing

3. Restart Windows

4. Cacheman will run by itself and since you’ve selected the default settings, it will optimize your system per settings selected.