Anti-Spyware Software Reviews

STOPzilla Version 5

Thu, 9 Oct 2008

There are quick, intelligent and full scans on offer with the impressive STOPzilla and you can see what’s tested in each case, which helps you choose the right scan.

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Spybot Search & Destroy Version 1.6

Thu, 9 Oct 2008

Spybot Search & Destroy is a favourite with many users and the latest version is better than ever.

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Trend Micro HouseCall

Sun, 31 Aug 2008

A comprehensive free online scanner that checks for viruses, spyware and system vulnerabilities.

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Symantec Security Check

Thu, 17 Jul 2008

The Symantec site offers two scans – a security checker and a virus scanner. Both use ActiveX, so you need to have Internet Explorer running.

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System Checkup

Thu, 17 Jul 2008

This tool checks for various problems including security vulnerabilities, fragmentation, internet clutter, Registry problems, spyware, invalid uninstallers, and more.

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Secunia: Online Software Inspector

Thu, 17 Jul 2008

Secunia’s application scans your system looking for outdated software and alerts you when something needs updating or is no longer supported.

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Zone Labs security scanner

Thu, 17 Jul 2008

This scanner uses ActiveX to check for third-party tracking cookies, then displays its results. You can’t delete any items it finds using the tool but you can remove them manually.

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F-Secure Online Virus Scanner

Thu, 17 Jul 2008

This web-based anti-virus scanner lets you run a full or custom sweep of your system. Choose the latter option if you want to target a particular drive or folder.

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