Spybot Search Destroy for Windows XP is top rated anti-spyware programs released, mainly of free ones.

It is a program which has a status for detecting and removing spyware, with a minimum of bother. Simple to utilize for beginner, but strong for power user, For Windows XP this constantly obtains high marks from users of all levels.

According to CNET, “Of the antispyware software we tested, Spybot was best, getting each possible pest in our tests, with small impact on our system’s performance. Its default mode is simple to use and ideal for home users; its advanced mode gives aspects that will most high-end users.”

It also works out of box with Windows 98 and Windows ME, and with some twisting will also work with 95, NT, and Win2K.