You might also consider installing some antispyware programs in addition to AVG when you install it - you could send your father in-law instructions to download spybot and adaware whilst he waits for you to install AVG to increase protection. Spybot includes tea timer which provides excellent real-time protection whilst AVG may not be installed.
I would also recommend you install spywareblaster:
Install Javacools© SpywareBlaster -
* SpywareBlaster will added a large list of programs and sites into your Internet Explorer and Firefox settings and that will protect you from running and downloading known malicious programs.
* A article on anti-malware products with links for this program and others can be found here:
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Computer Safety on line - Anti-MalwareInstall Spybot© - Search and Destroy- Install and download Spybot - Search and Destroy with its TeaTimer option.
* This will provide real-time spyware & hijacker protection on your computer alongside your virus protection.
* You should also scan your computer with program on a regular basis just as you would an anti virus software.
* A tutorial on installing & using this product can be found here:
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Instructions for - Spybot S & D and Ad-awareInstall Lavasofts© Ad-Aware - Install and download Ad-Aware.
* You should also scan your computer with the program on a regular basis just as you would an anti virus software in conjunction with Spybot.
* A tutorial on installing & using this product can be found here:
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Instructions for - Spybot S & D and Ad-aware David