Adware:  Our definition: Any software application in which advertising banners are displayed while the program is running is called Adware.

  Spyware:  Spyware is any software that transmits information back to a third party without notifying the user. Note: Some privacy advocates also call legitimate computer monitoring, filtering, Internet monitoring, password recovery, security or surveillance software "Spyware" because it could be used without notifying the users.

  Web Browser HiJacker These are programs that change settings in your browser without your knowledge. These programs will often times change your browser's homepage and searching features and often reset itself again and again and will not let you remove it. This is done in an effort to drive revenue to a different homepage advertiser as well as force their virus and spyware software onto your computer. These browser hijackers can also compile and transmit your searching habits and well as other personal information.

E-Mail Filters What is an e-mail filter? These programs can help separate your spam from the mail you really want to read.  SPAM PAL Lockspam Free 3.0 OSPAM	Virus Protection These are specialized utilities for virus removal.   The list is updated on regular basis. avast! 4 Home Edition AVG Antivirus Stop Sign Tools Virus Tools for Removal after infection	AdWare - SpyWare - Hijacker These are programs that protect your computer from POP-UP ads which automaticly download data to your computer without your knowledge Ewido Ewido Online Scan and Clean Ad Aware Download Spybot Dearch & Destroy Microsoft Anti-Spyware
Earth  Explore the world from your PC  Fly from space to your neighborhood.  Type in an address and zoom right in.  Search for schools, parks, restaurants, and hotels. Get driving directions.  Tilt and rotate the view to see 3D terrain and buildings.  Save and share your searches and favorites. Even add your own annotations.	Mozilla Firefox is one of the best customizable browsers available. Mozilla Thunderbird is one of the best customizable e-mail programs available.	Google Toolbar.. Search with Google from any web page.  It's free and installs in seconds WordTranslator - Translate English words into other languages AutoLink (US only) - Turn street addresses into links to online maps  GOOG-411 Search for local businesses using your voice, from any phone, for free. Dial 1-800-GOOG-411.