Introduction
Chapter 1 - Spyware
Chapter 2 - Viruses
Chapter 3 - The Solution
     One: Anti-Virus Software
     Two: Windows Update
     Three: Your Browser Choice
     Four: Anti-Spyware Software
     Five: E-Mail Attachments
     Six: Firewall
     Seven: Preview Panes
Chapter 4 - The Most Drastic Solution

Recently I've been approached by a lot of people who are having serious trouble with their computers including slowness, freezing, pop-up ads, etc. Some of them were actually considering purchasing a new computer to solve the problem. In most cases, this is not necessary. There is nothing wrong with your computer itself. Your problem is most likely spyware or a virus. I hope this document helps everyone defend their computer from what is now the biggest blight on home and business computers. Because spyware and viruses are so closely related, I will cover them both.

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