There are three main reasons why systems can become unstable and vulnerable to hackers.

Virus'
Firstly, the main problem is from virus'! These can enter your machine through several possible avenues. E-mail, downloaded programs and unchecked foreign disks (i.e floppy disks and CDs) are the main sources.

For more information about the latest virus threats please visit our Latest Virus Info page.

For more information on Virus Removals, please visit our Virus Removal & Firewalls page.

Spy-Ware
Secondly, a very big problem today is from Spy-ware! Spy-ware is NOT a virus and requires a different application than some Anti-virus software to remove it. Spy-ware is a lot more common than viruses and a lot easier to get! It is calculated that 91% of PCs in the world are infected with Spy-ware.

For more information about Spy-ware and how to remove it off your system please visit our Spy-ware removal page.

Hackers
Lastly hackers on the Internet are a big threat. Without a proper firewall and regular Windows updates anyone can become a target.

For more information about Firewalls, please visit our Virus Removal & Firewalls page.

Below we have provided you with some free links to check for security risks on your machine and also update your Windows operating system.

1. Scan for Virus' and test your Firewall

2. Scan for Spy-Ware (Download and install the FREE scan)

3. Update your version of Microsoft Windows