Editing SpywareBlaster (section)

==Overview==
SpywareBlaster is a program intended to prevent the [[download]], [[Installation (computer programs)|installation]] and [[execution]] of most [[spyware]], [[adware]], browser hijackers, dialers and other malicious [[Computer program|programs]] based on [[ActiveX]].

SpywareBlaster works on the basis of "blacklists" (Activating the "[[Killbit]]") [[Clsid]] of known [[malware]] programs, preventing them from infecting the protected computer. This approach differs from many other [[anti-spyware]] programs, which typically offer the user a chance to scan the hard drive and [[computer memory]] to remove [[unwanted software]] after it has been installed.

SpywareBlaster allows the user to prevent privacy risks such as [[tracking cookies]]. Another feature is the ability to restrict the actions of [[websites]] known as distributors of adware and spyware. SpywareBlaster supports several [[web browsers]], including [[Internet Explorer]], [[Mozilla Firefox]], [[Google Chrome]] and [[Microsoft Edge]].

SpywareBlaster is currently distributed as [[freeware]], for non-commercial users.