What we use, our recommendations...


Spyware, Malware,

 

HouseCall

Installing and running this application is one of the first steps our technicians take when trying to interpret problems on systems.

Anti-Virus Software

 

Computer Associates: E-Trust

This is rumored to be the AntiVirus that is used in Redmond by Microsoft. It is solid, and there is a discount on the 2nd year's renewal. Good management for multiple computers. You can buy licenses in 5 packs.

AntiVir

A free, shareware Antivirus, we recommend this to friends who don't want to spend money.


SpyWare Removal

 

Ad-Aware

We've used this since it came out. It works very well. Paid versions work automatically.


Pop-Up Blocker

 

Google Toolbar

We have this on every browser in the company.

   

MSDE TOOL

 

DbaMgr

Excellent tool. A must with MSDE.