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During your travels on the Internet to do your marketing, your computer will fill up with files. Keeping your computer safe is an important part of doing business online. Being safe includes keeping your computer free of viruses, spyware, phishing and trojans.

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File Shredders

Nobody wants their personal information floating around somewhere. When you are done with that information, such as old customer files, you delete them.

When you delete a file on your PC or use your Recycle Bin, the file still resides on your hard-drive and can easily be restored. Sensitive files that you thought were permanently deleted can be recovered by hackers and identity thieves using simple computer commands. WinShredder 2.0 now has Auto-Clean, with 1-click cleaning of your internet history, temporary files, browser history, recycle bin and your index.dat file ... hourly, daily, weekly or monthly.

The Three "wares" of Internet Security

Adware, Spyware and Malware...all relate to a program that is downloaded onto your computer, with or without your consent or knowledge. The damage resulting from these programs can vary, depending on the product and your level of protection.

Adware is the least dangerous and is generally a tiny program attached to a free download that generates advertising or "popups". While adware is annoying and slows down your machine, it’s usually not the most destructive of the "wares." Adware is also the easiest to spot, as you will start to receive "popup" advertising from the moment you turn on your computer and connect to the Internet, regardless of your browser status.

Spyware takes you to the dangerous side of the security equation. Spyware is any program that is usually downloaded without the users’ knowledge, as it secretly transmits personal information to a third party. This information is then used for malicious purposes, such as credit card fraud or identity theft.

Malware is the lesser known "ware" and potentially the most dangerous. Again, Malware is generally any programming that is secretly installed on your computer, allowing a third party to use your PC for malicious purposes such as spam, DOS attacks and fraud, all while keeping you in the dark. Most of this activity is continuously running and the user has no idea it is occurring on their computer.

Almost all Adware, Spyware and Malware removal programs come with some free trial but STOPzilla comes with one of the most effective free trials available. STOPzilla automatically suppresses all types of Spyware and Adware applications including: Messenger Service Ads, Malicious BHOs, Key Loggers, Backdoor Trojans, Browser HiJackers, Web Dialers and more without ever interrupting your surfing in any way. Real-Time "Always-On" Spyware/Adware protection.

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