Quote Originally Posted by rlhanson View Post
I used to use spyware doctor for just the spyware and loved it as it was totally on demand - now you actually have to restart your system if you disable or enable it. I am not happy about that and will be shopping for a new solution as well.
I have no clue how I am going to like BitDefender at this point (supposedly takes care of spyware as well as viruses), so can't comment on it yet, but I love Pest Patrol for spyware scanning and removal. It's interface reminds me of an FTP client which is familiar and easy to work with. Plus, you can set it to update before your "manual" scan which is nice. It does list anything nasty it finds, but gives you the choice of what to do. You do not have to remove each item individually. You can select them all and simply click on delete. I have used this program for years as added security and have nothing bad to say about it.