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Softonic Rating:
Very good
License:
Free
Added:
August 2, 2007
Updated:
May 9, 2008
Publisher:
Website
File size:
7.43 MB
Downloads:
5,217
Nick Mead

“Free real-time protection against spyware and adware”

by Nick Mead

While the developers claim that "Free 100% Real-Time Protection" is something that most similar programs charge for may be stretching the truth somewhat, Spyware Terminator & Web Security Guard is very powerful spyware solution.

The program includes all the options you expect to find in such a product including options to manually carry out or schedule scans as well as options to deny or allow access to certain programs to your PC. The program is not just a spyware scanner however as it also includes an antivirus scanner. The developers have also seen fit to include a "Web Security Guard" which carries out the the job that most anti-phishing and pop up blockers in Internet Explorer and Firefox already carry out. This feature also features user generated website reviews along with warnings as to whether the site could be potentially harmful or not. Note that the developers warn that if you are using an unsupported operating system (such as Windows 98 or ME), you it may be better to use version 1.9 which offers the same protection but is much lighter on resources as the one drawback of this program is that it is rather slow to start and close and can hog your memory at peak scanning periods.

This is a comprehensive security solution that has all avenues of attack covered although if you're already using a virus scanner, you may be better to stick with it as it seems the weakest part of what is generally an excellent package.

Languages:

English, German, French, Catalan, Turkish

Recent changes in Spyware Terminator & Web Security Guard:

Extended local database - The software database used for spyware scans on user's computer has been significantly extended with three times more items than before
Enhanced online software database - Spyware Terminator online software database now includes even more detailed information about various threats including geo distribution of infected computers
Improved user interface design - Now, the Spyware Terminator application appears even more sleek and efficient than before
Faster HIPS database building - The speed of Host Intrustion Prevention System (HIPS) database building has been significantly increased
Enhanced Internet Explorer & File Extension Shield - Spyware Terminator now guards your default search provider, and notifies you of any attempt to change it, giving you the option to block this attempt
Improved hidden libraries on-boot removal process - If Spyware Terminator detects a library file that pretends not to be present on the disk, it will attempt to remove it during the booting of the computer

Minimum requirements for Spyware Terminator & Web Security Guard:

  • OS: Win95/98/98SE/Me/2000/NT/XP/2003/Vista
Pros
  • Includes anti-spyware, antivirus and web scanner
  • Easy to deploy and use
Cons
  • Can be slow in starting and stopping
  • Latest version hogs RAM
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From the publisher of Spyware Terminator & Web Security Guard

Free 100% Real-Time Protection is included in Spyware Terminator basic version – an essential function most other applications charge you extra for. Effectively remove spyware, adware, trojans, keyloggers, home page hijackers and other malware threats.

Suspect files found during the scan are moved into Quarantine. Spyware Terminator prevents them from functioning and causing further damage to your computer. You can review and choose to permanently remove suspect files or safely store essential files.

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