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Spyware Cures May Cause More Harm Than Good

Published February 5, 2004

Computer users plagued by spyware are now confronted with a new problem?anti-spyware programs that install the same unwanted advertising software they claim to erase.

The spyware problem has attracted dozens of companies seeking to profit by providing anti-spyware software. Critics allege however, that some software makers are exploiting the situation by creating anti-spyware software that bring new spyware attacks.

Read the full story at ZDnet.




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