Microsoft Offers Free Virus Removal Programs

Aeki Tuesday hates Internet Explorer! It is so virus-friendly and it wasn't until Firefox did we see the light. There is a better browser out there with a pop-up blocker. But if you still use IE and have virus issues, you can go here to download Microsoft Windows AntiSpyware (Beta) program for free.

Microsoft also list some know issues if you download this AntiSpyware program.

Incompatibility with enterprise administration tools
There is a known incompatibility with computers managed in an enterprise. Windows AntiSpyware (Beta) can potentially prompt the end user to make decisions to allow or block administrative action that originate from a central management tool. For example, users may be prompted to allow or block a Systems Management Server (SMS) script. To avoid potential issues with end users blocking administrative actions, please turn off the active protection feature of Windows AntiSpyware (Beta).

Incompatibility with Windows Media Center Extender
There is a known incompatibility between Windows AntiSpyware (Beta) and Windows Media Center Extender. If you install Windows AntiSpyware (Beta) on a computer running Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005, Windows Media Center Extender will not be able to establish a remote connection.
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