Is having 2 spyware programs on a computer good or bad?

One is Spybot and the other the spyware program that comes with AT&T Yahoo Online Protection.



6 Comments.

  1. doesn’t matter

  2. You can have four or even five antispyware program without conflict to your system. Just make sure that you have the resources, RAM & CPU. I run four myself.

    You can only have one antivirus or you will have serious conflict with your system. Same for firewall, only one.

    Mind Doctor, France

  3. Don’t worry. I have SpyBot And Windows deffender. although I scan my laptop every 5 days using Spybot S & D.

  4. It is fine to have more than one. I recommend it as well!

    Just remember never to use more than one antivirus or firewall.

    ★Good Luck! If You need any additional Help Feel free to Email me directly via my profile page -Eric.™

  5. totally fine. i have lavasoft adaware, spybot search and destroy, ms defender. no problem and it helps.

  6. Hi Jason,

    It’s not only OKAY but probably a very good idea as different spyware programs will miss/find infections that other ones miss so the more the merrier!

    There’s a great guide on all things spyware over at http://www.TreatYourPC.com.

    You can sign up for the free tips and tweaks weekly newsletter there.

    Hope this helps,

    Michael

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