Ad-Aware 2008 protects you from spyware that secretly takes control of your computer, resulting in aggressive advertising pop-ups, sluggish computer activity and even identity theft through stolen private information. We give you the tools to detect hazardous content on your computer, clearly identify their threat level, and then give you the ability to remove unwanted content, so that your private information remains right where it should - under your control.

Lavasoft's advanced Code Sequence Identification (CSI) technology roots out deeply hidden malware and then searches for similar codes in order to identity emerging variants. Ad-Aware 2008 thoroughly scans your memory, registry, Hosts file, hard, removable and optical drives for known data-mining, aggressive advertising, parasites, scumware, keyloggers, trojans, dialers, malware, browser hijackers, and tracking components.

Here are some key features of "Ad Aware 2008":
# Fully redesigned engine provides optimal productivity with fast scans and improved spyware detection.
# Advanced Code Sequence Identity technology results in better detection of deeply imbedded and emerging malware
# Enhanced Detection Database protects Ad-Aware 2008 users from the latest threats with incremental and automatic updates resulting in fast download times.
# New graphical user interface (GUI) - easy to navigate for beginners while maintaining advanced options for experienced users and businesses.
# TrackSweep this new feature erases tracks left while surfing the Internet on Internet Explorer, Firefox and Opera, in one easy click of a button.
# Multiple Browser Support Internet Explorer, Firefox and Opera
# System Restore Point set a Windows system restore point after a scan to easily revert back to your clean system in order to recover from a spyware attack.
# Customized scans customizable scanning of RAM, registry, hard drives, external storage devices, and optical drives means you save time by scanning selected areas where known spyware programs are located. - Plus, Pro
# Hosts File Editor allows users to add, delete or make changes to the Hosts File to create Web navigational shortcuts and block specific sites - Plus, Pro
# Ad-Watch real time monitor protects your computer by proactively detecting malware and other parasites before they install on your PC. - Plus, Pro
# Ad-Watch Connect monitors outgoing network traffic, providing an additional channel for identifying active threats. - Pro
# Process Watch module view an in-depth snapshot of all running processes and quickly stop any known offending processes. - Pro
# Advanced command line support Allows users to scan and remove spyware without launching the interface window. - Pro

Requirements:
# Processor: P600
# RAM: Operating system + minimum 50 MB (100 MB recommended)
# Hard Disk: 50 MB free space recommended
# Web Browser: Internet Explorer (version 5.5 or higher), Firefox (version 1.5 or higher), or Opera (version 9 or higher)