Aside from educating yourself as to what spyware is and isn't and changing some browser settings to avoid some attacks, the best spyware detection software should be considered a must-have. Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan runs through a few of the best spyware applications to keep your computer spyware and malware free. Only install anti-spyware software from a trusted source; we've noticed a lot of spyware, malware and other crapware masquerading as anti-spyware software!

The threat of spyware is very real. STOPzilla is a product you can use to protect yourself from spyware. It monitors your network, stops pop-ups and gives you real-time protection.

Spyware and Adware are very real threats on the Internet. Spyware can steal your personal information, lead to identity theft and has many more nefarious tricks up its sleeve. In order to protect you and your family you need to run software that will protect you against these threats.