CNET Editors' review
It's easy to operate, but this application is not a perfect keylogger. Big Brother Keylogger's opening cluttered interface luckily includes a simple start capture wizard. After some time with the program, the interface becomes much easier to follow. The majority of commands are invoked with a single click on large buttons. Options are easy to set and most need no explanation. The program barely needs the single page of instructions found under the Help menu.
Big Brother Keylogger performs well in the primary functions of this genre. It is easy to invoke, hides well, and captures key strokes, programs invoked, and Web sites visited. You can set it to capture screenshots every select number of seconds, though it can't be set to capture at program start or Web site selected. It isn't difficult to hide the program from family members and novice users. The demo's process is easy to find in Task Manager, but uses less memory than Windows Explorer.
A minor downside is that the very novice user may not know how to properly configure the utility to send update e-mails, but the program's instructions should help most get this function set up. Big Brother Keylogger is a solid performer that should satisfy parents and small business owners with basic keylogging needs.
Publisher's Description
From SiteWorks:
Sometimes everyone needs a Big Brother, Keeping your children safe, spouse honest, and employees in line. Big Brother Keylogger is a user-friendly surveillance tool that runs in a completely invisible stealth mode, automatically at your computers startup. Big Brother records keystrokes entered, programs run, websites visited (even if the user cleans the browser history and cache), Chatting sessions (including AIM, AOL, Yahoo, MSN, ICQ, GoogleTalk, IE, Netscape and Firefox), passwords, instant messages, screen snapshots at set intervals.
What's new in this version: Version 4.7 features minor updates.
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All versions:
3.6 starsout of 23 votes
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Current version:
3.6 starsout of 12 votes
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"Stay away from this software!"
Version: Big Brother Keylogger 4.7
Pros
None.
It is the worst keylogger i have tried.Cons
Does not work!!!! do not install.
I installed it and i still do not know where it is.
I think it is still running somewhere but i do not know where to find it.
I tried the hot key but they does not work and company does not provide support!!!Summary
Stay away from this software!
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"Strait to the point"
Version: Big Brother Keylogger 4.7
Pros
This is a no nonsense keylogger that just works.
Cons
I didnt know the version that I downloaded on CNET was the full version too so I reinstalled another version with a link I was sent when I bought this. Turned out the more recent version is the one listed here.
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"Cant believe it took me so long to find this keylogger"
Version: Big Brother Keylogger 4.7
Pros
after downloading and installing a bunch of keyloggers that all had some kind of issue I bit the bullet and bought this keylogger. Now I finally have a program i can count on.
Cons
its not free, but worth the purchase
Summary
overall a good value
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"Simple to use"
Version: Big Brother Keylogger 4.7
Pros
easy to setup, works without issue
Cons
no real concerns
Summary
I got this application because it serves its purpose without slowing down the computer
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"Reliable monitoring"
Version: Big Brother Keylogger 4.7
Pros
Great little program, does what I need without any confusing features or bells and whistles.
Cons
Dated interface
Summary
I would recommend this to a friend.
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"Don't Use This One!"
Version: Big Brother Keylogger 4.7
Pros
Nothing!!!!
Cons
I bought this and the activation code they sent did not work. I emailed them 4 times over two working days. They never responded except to de-activate the download page.
Summary
STAY AWAY! They're probably just in the business of putting trojan horses on people's computers. I am reformatting my drive as I write this, and am in the process of putting a claim in with my credit card company for a refund.
They only supply one email address to "support" ha! what a laugh! They do not have a phone number.
I found Kid Logger for free here that does what I need anyway. Go get that one! -
"Great product, works exactly as advertised"
Version: Big Brother Keylogger 4.7
Pros
Easy installation. Works perfectly. Simple setup.
Cons
None. Great product.
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"Works well, simple"
Version: Big Brother Keylogger 4.7
Pros
works great, simple application, doen't slow down the computer it runs on, can be checked remotly
Cons
none as long as you remember your password ;-)
Summary
I like it, its pretty cheap, and it does what it is supposed to.
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"Piece of junk."
Version: Big Brother Keylogger 4.7
Pros
the program is ok..but the screenshots only show have a pic...plus i set an password but i forgot it and there is no way to obtain it back...i tried emailing the site and no respond...DONT DOWNLOAD OR BUY waste of time...
Cons
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"Works without issue"
Version: Big Brother Keylogger 4.7
Pros
It was easy to set up and works like it is supposed to.
Cons
I was hoping to find a cheaper program, but when I purchased another application it did not monitor properly
Summary
I am happy with this app.
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