Spyware: How do I remove and avoid spyware?

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I have switched from ZoneAlarm to the new Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE).

See this review. http://www.ibtimes.co.in/articles/20091001/microsoft-security-essentials-but-not-enough-shake-rivals.htm

Windows Secrets mentioned it and it's false positive and false negative tests were right up there with the best of the breed.

I'll try it for a while. So far, so good.

I found your article on Virus protection very good. I followed your recommendations to download Windows Defender, went to the site & successfully downloaded to my Desktop. I then clicked Run - started the installation wizard ok, but would not install, a message "Installation Error" came up, saying - could not access network C:\******\*****\my pictures\. I went to the microsoft site, which was no help, would appreciate some advice please.
Regards
Brian

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