What's the best anti-spyware software on the market?

[nuxx53]

What's the best anti-spyware software on the market?

[Ethel]

I believe the best way to protect your computer is to use a selection of up to date free software.

Ewido
Spybot
Ad-Aware
A2
Spywareblaster

By keeping these updated and using them properly, you will be as protected as can be.

All available to download, free, from here:

http://cgi3.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewUs erPage&userid=cuddly-hippo

[dodgyshirt]

Independant tests have shown Spyware Doctor to be the best stand-alone product but it is not freeware.
Having said that, none of them used in isolation is foolproof.
Unlike anti-virus programmes, several can be installed on a single PC in combination and Ethel's suggestions are the accepted norm. The one I would add to the list and is probably better than any of them, is Microsofts Defender but this will only install on a PC with an OS which has passed the Genuine Advantage test.
However, be aware that installing too many can be self-defeating as they are all using the PCs resources simultaneously and can slow it down which is one of the things you are trying to avoid.