Software for Detecting Keyloggers
A key logger is a form of malware that watches the keyboard as you type and looks for information such as passwords and credit card numbers. Installing an anti-virus software suite will help detect and remove key loggers.
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Identification
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A computer that is running more slowly than normal or behaving strangely could be infected with a keylogger virus. Install an anti-virus software package or run an online virus scan to check for the presence of this type of malware.
Features
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Anti-virus software looks for digital fingerprints that key loggers and other forms of malware leave behind. Once a fingerprint is found, then the user will be prompted to choose an action to take against the key logger. Some anti-virus software tracks the computer in real time and can prevent a key logger infection.
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Considerations
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Anti-virus software needs to be kept up to date in order to protect you against all the newest key loggers and other virus threats. Update your anti-virus software frequently by visiting the manufacturer's website, or configure the software to update itself on a regular basis.
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