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Webroot's Spy Audit Tool includes a subset of functionality from Webroot Spy Sweeper, a new Spyware detection and removal program. The tool scans system registry and hard drive space for more than 1000 known spyware traces. The Spy Audit Tool will not remove or modify any files it identifies on your system.
This free, easy-to-use tool detects unwanted spyware on your PC. It downloads quickly and within seconds can identify spyware infections including:
· Trojans: Programs designed to destroy or steal system resources. These malicious applications can lead to identity theft and PC failure.
· System Monitors: Programs that unknowingly capture virtually everything you do on your PC, recording all keystrokes, emails, chat dialogue, sites visited, and programs run.
· Adware: Advertising-supported software capable of launching intrusive popups and capturing profile information including age, gender, credit card information, surfing habits, etc.
· Adware Cookies: Small files installed and accessed without your consent, Adware Cookies enable marketing firms to develop a user profile based on your personal information. These profiles are often sold to other firms so they can target you with their ads
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