Spyware and Adware Removal

Spyware Blaster

Once Spyware Blaster has been downloaded and installed, the first thing you must do is update the definitions (as with all programs of this type). This is very simple to do, and all that has to be done is click the "update" tab on the left hand side of the application and download the latest update.


After the application has been updated, click on the "protection" tab on the left to view the options for immunising the system.

For Internet Explorer:


The first important box to tick is the "prevent installation of ActiveX based Spyware, Dialers, etc...". This will prevent any harmful ActiveX controls being installed by accident on your system. This is a preventative method, rather than Adaware's cure.

By ticking "prevent spyware/tracking cookies", Internet Explorer will no longer accept cookies from spyware companies or certain intrusive advertising companies. This is worth ticking if you are concerned about your privacy.

For Mozilla/Firefox:


If you use the popular alternative browser, there is an option to block spyware/tracking cookies from the appropriate tab at the top of the application. Only tick this box if you use Mozilla/Firefox.

Restricted Site Protection:


This section allows you to add a large list of "dodgy" sites into the restricted access zone for your PC. This means it limits the security privileges that these sites have when viewed, and greatly help against preventing spyware from being installed. It is highly recommended that you activate this setting.

There are many other tools build into the application, although I don't recommend using any apart from the "system snapshot". This will backup any changes that the program (or adware) could make to certain parts of your system, enabling you to restore them at some point in the future. The interface is very user friendly, and shouldn't be a problem to restore at a later date.