Preventing spyware installation
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Nov 23, 2010
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Feb 17, 2006
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A computer or its user can prevent the installation of spyware on the computer by having a program that continuously observes and collects data on execution and installation behavior on the computer. This behavior can relate to execution of any application or installation of any type of software. The program uses various installation detection programs and an event collector that continuously observes and gathers data on execution and installation activities on the computer. The program then uses pre-defined rules to determine whether the behavior or activity correlates to spyware installation, which can occur through various methods and means that are often difficult to detect. However, by establishing a comprehensive set of rules that focus on the spyware installation behavior, the program of the present invention is able to detect when spyware is likely being installed and either alert the user who can prevent further installation or execution or automatically do so.
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