When we read about security and privacy it’s easy to encounter the word spyware, those malware that spy on our devices. Here are the tools to defend yourself
When we hear about computer security our privacy is often associated with spyware threats. That is, those particular malware that can spy on smartphones and computers without the victim noticing. Fortunately, we can defend ourselves by using an anti-spyware on the device.
It must be said that nowadays most commercially available antivirus has its own function dedicated to the analysis and detection of spyware. Therefore, installing an anti-spyware software is not necessarily mandatory and in some cases it might not even increase the security of your device. Moreover, the rapid evolution of threats makes most anti-spyware relatively outdated. The secret to not end up a victim of malicious people who want to get information about us is to constantly update the antivirus program.
Anti-spyware software
There are some particular antivirus that are very suitable for protection from spyware. One of them is Malwarebyte’s Anti-Malware. The program performs automatic scans and updates to increase the security of the devices on which it is installed. Although its free version lacks real-time protection, so updates must be done manually. Other software recommended for this task are SUPERAntiSpyware, Spybot-Search & Destroy and also the Microsoft Windows Defender program. Specifically, Spybot-Search & Destroy is very useful because it has a browser feature that allows you to protect your device from untrustworthy sites. The advantage of Windows Defender, apart from being totally free, is that it updates automatically and is easy and convenient for the user to use. Of course, it is less reliable than other solutions.
Which one to install
The best antivirus with anti-spyware depends on our needs. If we want a service that does everything by itself, the solution offered by Windows Defender is for us. If we are a bit more finicky and are willing to do manual updates the options of SUPERAntiSpyware and Malwarebyte’s Anti-Malware are perhaps among the most recommended.