Computer Basics & Beyond

Do you see a lot of popups or unwanted advertising when you surf the net? Your computer may be infected with a parasite "unsolicited commercial software". This parasite detection script will scan IE 5.5 or later for unwanted parasites using the free parasite listing from Andrew Clover at doxdesk.com.

In order to use the parasite detection script on this page, you must use IE 5.5 or later, and grant permission for ActiveX components.

If no parasites are found during this check, you are probably parasite-free. It's recommended you install anti-parasite (spyware removal) software to detect and remove parasite automatically.

If a parasite is found you'll see the word " Warning! " and a "text message about the parasite with links to more information, including manual removal instructions."