protect my registry

[meddle-head]

I have been on a continuous war with malware/spyware/adware/junkware. I seem to be succsessful in removing it every time I get infested by using several adware/spyware cleaning apps as well as a startup manager called "code stuff". However, this is starting to get monotonous.
I am now looking for an application that will just give me a warning and seek permission every time the registry gets rewritten. My hope is that I can stop the spyware from installing as spyware that is not running is much easier for me to remove. Does Anyone know an application that will do this for me?

[Cactus]

Here's a free app called SpyWareGuard....

http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/sgdownload.html

More info here...
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareguard.html


Cactus

[meddle-head]

Thanks, cactus. I like the look of that one and I will give it a whirl.
Matt

[Cactus]

Great.....

If you're comp is on-line alot it's a good idea to run Ad-Aware and SpyBot Search & Destroy every couple days if not daily.
Just to clean unwant spyware...easy and quick.

Also check for updates everytime you run it...that's always a good idea.
We do have a Mod here that keeps everyone informed on updates so check back here frequently as well...

Cactus

[Geekgirl]

You must also be aware of your surfing habits. Watch what you download.


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