spyware 

Computer especially those connected on the Internet pose a great risk of getting infected with malicious softwares. It is estimated that almost 90 percent of computers are infected with this kind of software.

These malicious softwares create pop up menus, junk files, unwanted ads and eventually may steal your sensitive information.

Spyware programs are considered a big threat to computers. Here are the lists of spywares that can cause potential risk to your computers.

CoolWebSearch

This particular software is malicious. It destroys your webpage and Internet settings. It redirects you to another bunch of websites that contains another bunch of malwares. 

Transponder

This spyware acts like a stalker. It observes your online activities then sends you with ads relevant to your online interest. 

Gator
 
This is the same as Transponder and acts like a stalker. It tracks the site you often visit. After gathering enough information, it will automatically send banner advertisements similar to your interest. Computer users who are downloading freeware are usually the one infected with this malware.

Internet Optimizer

This malware controls the web pages you visit. It will redirect you to another websites and download another set of malwares on to your computer. 

n-Case 

It is a malware that causes your computer to receive pop ads. This malware usually obtain from downloading freeware from various sites.

TIB Dialer

This malware performs best on dial up connection. This will control your modem and redirects you to pornographic websites.

Aupdate

This malware pretends to be a toolbar. It takes control of your web pages and Internet settings by displaying sites with pornographic theme.

Keen Value

It behaves like a Gator. It watches your online behavior. It collects personal information and sends you with bulk of unwanted advertisements.

PurtyScan  

This malware deceives computer users. It displays pop ads saying your computer detects pornographic content. The truth is that it will get more malware once you click on the ad.

Perfect KeyLogger
 
It records keystroke making some sensitive information like password and credit card numbers easily detected. The information will then be sent to the hacker.
 
Having more information about malicious software is a great step towards protecting your computers from infection.