Every computer user knows about spyware and viruses and how they can harm the PC and your privacy. A spyware is a program that “spies” on your use of computer and the internet. It records your every movement , sending them to back to their creators’ site and attempt to steal your user ID, password and other important information, even your credit card number. The process of spyware/virus removal involves many different tools and steps.

Spyware and viruses can enter your PC even if you have an anti virus software running. Do you suspect your PC has virus or spyware? The use of Microsoft Safety Scanner can be beneficial in your spyware/virus removal task. It is a security tool that is free and can be downloaded from the net. It can scan and help remove malicious software such as spyware and malware along wth virus. It should also work with the anti virus software currently on your PC, so the tool should not replace the program that is giving protection to your computer.

It is important to note, however, that the Scanner expires 10 days after it has been downloaded. So, if you need to rerun a scan after it has expired, you need to download the tool and run it again.

Spyware and virus removal from your PC can be a tough task. Much of today’s spyrwre and viruses can very well defend themselves from being detected. So, the best way to remove it, in the first place, is to not let it run. Boot an infected machine from a CD that threats the C disk. Then run an anti spyware and virus software either from another machine in the network, or from the bootable CD.