Ad-Aware SE - Having problems with annoying pop-ups, or has your default browser page become a nightmare that you can't rid of? Try Ad-aware SE to easily clean your system, allowing you to maintain a higher degree of privacy while you surf the Web.
DosDex - If you've tried Ad-Aware, SpyBot, and various virus software but still have problems, then visit this site. It will detect what parasites you have on your system, and will tell you how to manually uninstall the mess!
Visit here if all else fails DosDex just might help! (IE or other similar type browser is required)
AVG - Anti-Virus Software offered FREE by Grisoft- AVG Free is available free-of-charge to home users for the life of the product. It is easy-to-use and will not slow your system down (low system resource requirements).
Zone Alarm - offered by Zone Labs free for personal use. For those with constant connection to the internet, it is VERY important to have a firewall set up
Get protected for free here
SoftPerfect Personal Firewall - is a free network firewall designed to protect your PC against attacks from the Internet or via a local area network.
Jetico Personal Firewall - This freeware program will protect your computer against hackers and malicious software when networked or connected to the internet. Choose a pre-defined Security Policy.
Edit an existing Security Policy (i.e. the firewall rule set configuration). Create your own Security Policy. Monitor running applications that access the network. Monitor selected/all network packets as well as selected network events.
SoftPedia - Read and review various Security Firewalls on this site. They have Freeware, Trials, and shareware programs here and give descriptions, screenshots and reviews of each.
All-In-One Secret Maker - contains everything you need to maintain absolute privacy and security. Has Spam filter, Worm Hunter, Pop-up Blocker, Banner Blocker, Intruder Blocker, Security Watchdog, and more!
Shields UP! - is a security probing online test that will help you see if internet hackers can access your PC. When you visit the link, CLICK the PROCEED button then choose what ports you want tested for results.
PC Inspector File Recovery - is a data recovery software tool that supports the FAT 12/16/32 and NTFS file systems. (freeware without the adds or spyware) Also check out their other AWESOME Freeware such as Smart Recovery, e maxx, Clone Maxx and more on this site.
Windows & Office links!! - These links give you ALL versions of Windows and from there you can get the updates, utilities, or drivers etc. (USE THIS link if without Windows 98 or IE 5.0)
PC Pitstop - Excellent site that offers FREE PC Tune ups and other terrific help! Don't forget to READ the REQUIREMENTS
Take a PC Pitstop here!
Speed Guide Net - VERY informative site that includes instructions to fix Windows9X, Cable & xDSL Tweaks, security issues and more! Don't take my word for it - check it out yourself, you'll be glad you did!
Bookmark and review Check this out!
WINDRIVERS - Another excellent resource for searching Windows drivers! It also offers OTHER Drivers, help, and has a great search engine.
WINFILES - Another nice site with Windows items.
DRIVER GUIDE - A great guide to finding device drivers for free