Richard Fangnail wrote:
> There was a time when users had an antivirus and an antispyware. Do
> you think antivirus programs TODAY cover both things?

Of course not! Spyware isn't virus. Virus isn't spyware. However,
they both are malware.

Many unfortunates are throwing good money at antimalware suites.
Pity. One can hope you will see through this as an unwise escape.

> I used to have Spybot and then Lavasoft (Ad-Aware). They were okay
> although they never found anything. When I upgraded my Kaspersky this
> April, it FORCED me to remove these two antispywares and all their
> remnants.

That's most unfortunate. The very best antimalware comes in the form
of different applications.

> If it's helpful to have an "antispyware" program, what do you
> recommend?

Lurk the malware newsgroups and you will soon find the answer.
However, I have a liking for MBAM & SAS. Other excellent products are
available.

Regards,

Pete
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