Manually Remove Spyware

From: Brett Bisbe (nsm_at_e-paradise.net)
Date: 05/23/03

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    I have found lots of programs that will automate the removal of spyware,
    what I would like to know is if there are any papers that explain how
    spyware works or ways to remove it manually?

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