Beyond the basics

Spyware

Windows Live OneCare includes Windows DefenderWindows Live OneCare includes Windows Defender

If you use OneCare, you do not need to download Windows Defender.

Windows Defender for Windows XP SP2Windows Defender for Windows XP SP2

Windows Defender helps protect your computer against spyware and other unwanted software. It's free to download for Windows XP SP2 users and is built into Windows Vista.

What is spyware?What is spyware?

Learn the basics about what spyware is, how it gets inside your computer, and what it might be doing there.

Signs of spyware: Are you being watched?Signs of spyware: Are you being watched?

Check this list of spyware symptoms to help ensure your computer is free of spyware.

How to help prevent spywareHow to help prevent spyware

Help protect your computer against spyware and other unwanted software.

How to get rid of spywareHow to get rid of spyware

Find the resources you can use to help remove spyware from your computer.

Learn more about spyware protection for your operating systemLearn more about spyware protection for your operating system

Find information specific to the version of Windows on your computer.

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