Follow the steps below to enable / disable the anti-spyware protection:
1. In the Platinum Internet Security main window, select the Automatic protection option.
2. In the right panel of the window, a list will appear containing all Platinum Internet Security protections. In the anti-spyware section click on Settings.
3. A window will be displayed with the following options:
· Enable mail anti-spyware protection: it protects you against the spy software (spyware) that arrives via e-mail.
· Enable disk anti-spyware protection: it protects you against the spy software that may be installed on your hard disk.
4. To enable or disable these options, check or uncheck the corresponding option.
5. Click OK.
Bear in mind that if you disable this protection your computer will not be protected against spy software, and your privacy might be compromised.
In addition, you can also enable / disable and configure this protection by clicking on the Platinum Internet Security icon in the Windows system tray (next to the computer clock). Click here for more information.