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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful
4 stars
Version: CounterSpy 3.1.2315
Pros: I ran it with AVG8 and noticed no significant slowdowns (on fairly old laptop with cable internet). Easy to setup and learn. Provides real time protection. Good for all users.
Cons: none so far.
Summary: Very good value, easy to use, good for all levels of users. read more
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful
5 stars
Version: CounterSpy 3.1.2315
Pros: Spyware definitions are constantly updated
Malicious processes are blocked when they try to execute
Scheduled scan option
Secure file eraser tool
Haven't had one malware infestation since I installed CounterSpyCons: None, and I have been using it for about a year
Summary: CounterSpy works fine in conjunction with Avira AntiVir and PcTools Threatfire read more
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0 out of 1 people found this review helpful
1 stars
Version: CounterSpy 3.1.2315
"Will Not Uninstall Completely, Tries to Reinstall!"
Pros: It did find some viruses/malware that AVG could not find.
Cons: Has a short trial period then won't update definitions unless u buy. Does not have Uninstall option under Program Files. Went to Control Panel, Uninstall Program and this did NOT uninstall the program.
Summary: Stay away from this. Unknown if the registered full version actually won't screw up your computer. read more
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1 out of 2 people found this review helpful
1 stars
Version: CounterSpy 3.1.2315
"CounterSpy infected my computer with malicious files."
Pros: CounterSpy and its cousin, Vipre, prove beyond any doubt that many antivirus programs are created by evil people with malicious intentions.
Cons: CounterSpy infected my Dell Vostro 1500 laptop (Windows XP) with malicious files which could not be erased using System Restore. It forced me to purchase a new computer to try to transfer some of the programs on my old computer to my new computer.
Summary: CounterSpy infected my Dell Vostro 1500 laptop (Windows XP) with malicious files which could not be erased using System Restore. You get one chance to use System Restore (in Safe Mode only) after the infection occurs. After your one attempt, you w... read more
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
5 stars
Version: CounterSpy 3.1.2315
Pros: I love this software. It instantly wiped those bloody spywares which had abused my computer brutally for several days and all other softwares were unable to do that.
Cons: doesnt work with others,
Summary: Fast scan. Will remove all infections. read more
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