Scan & Fix 50 registry issues FREECNET Editors' review
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is a surprisingly effective freeware antimalware tool. It's a relatively speedy malware remover, with the quick scan taking about 8 minutes even with other high-resource programs running. The heuristics engine proved on multiple computers during empirical testing that it was capable of determining the difference between false positives and dangerous apps.
The app has some nice features rolled in, too. It supports multiple drive scanning including networked drives, context menu options including a scan-on-demand for individual files, and the FileAssassin option under the More Tools section for removing locked files. The interface is simple, but pleasant-looking and well-organized. Tabs live just below the oversized logo, with few options per tab to keep down the clutter. The installation process was fast enough, but interestingly offered up the well-kept changelog and an instant definition file update.
Do note that the real-time protection is restricted to the paid version, as is the scheduler for updates and scans. Overall, though, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is a responsive malware remover that does what it should with a minimum of fuss.
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Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware is a high performance anti-malware application that thoroughly removes even the most advanced malware and spyware. With one of the fastest, most effective quick scans and malware removal capabilities on the market, this program is the perfect addition to your PC's defenses. The full version of the product includes a number of key features, including the ability to schedule updates and scans and most importantly, a real-time malware protection module that blocks malicious processes before they even start.
What's new in this version: Version 1.42:
- (FIXED) Minor issue during reboot after malware cleanup.
- (FIXED) Various errors during scan.
- (FIXED) Improved multiple heuristics.
- (FIXED) Minor issue while removing items from ignore list.
- (ADDED) Internet Explorer version included in scan logs.
- (ADDED) Protection logs now show on Logs tab.
- (ADDED) Ability to ignore blocked IP addresses permanently.
- (ADDED) 64-bit compatibility for context menu. <... See all new features
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All versions:
4.5 starsout of 5,753 votes
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Current version:
4.4 starsout of 217 votes
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"Super-Fantastic"
Version: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.42
Pros
Found issues and viruses/malware that AVG didn't and removed them. Quick and thorough. Very user friendly. Best of all-free.
Cons
Only that I can't afford to purchase the pro version at this time.
Summary
If you are looking for the best all around Anti-Malware product....this is it.
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"Great antimalare/virus"
Version: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.42
Pros
worked great user friendly picked up 5 virus' that AVG didnt
Cons
there was on virus that it didnt pick up but once I downloaded new version it pick up a redirect virus that had been buggin me for months..
Summary
love this application very easy to use no guessing everything from the interface to the explantion of what each tab does .. very user friendly maybe an autoupdate would be nice but never the less program worked for me and I will continue to use it!!
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"Great addition to your security strategy"
Version: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.42
Pros
Because it does not have to run in real time, you can use it as an adjunct to your resident security software without conflicts, Run it whenever you changing sked suits you. Every upgrade is an improvement and best of all, free.
Cons
Not a thing.
Summary
Does what it claims. Free. Accurately.
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"Malwarebytes best freebie"
Version: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.42
Pros
Great software, works great
Cons
No auto updates
Summary
One software I would recommend having
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"spectacular"
Version: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.42
Pros
easy to use - nice interface - free version , scan and remove malware - pro has real time protection and ip protection .
Cons
no cons. nothing to say
Summary
excellent anti malware . i use the pro version . plus cleaning my pc . it protect in real time ( prevent malware from being install ) + ip protection that will prevent you from enterimg bad website
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"Great product"
Version: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.42
Pros
Fast and efficient.
Cons
Doesn't automatically notify when an update is available
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"does what says it will do"
Version: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.42
Pros
does what says it will do.
Cons
no dislikes so far.
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"The best anti-malware tool, bar none"
Version: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.42
Pros
Thorough scanning, easy registration, and a slew of tools to assist in the fight against Malware
Cons
None whatsoever
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"A very nice piece of software. Easy to use and reliable"
Version: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.42
Pros
Love it because it's freeware and it's easy to use interface
Cons
there's not one single point out why i shouldn't like it
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"Made my computer run 10x faster within minutes!!"
Version: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.42
Pros
I like that fact it only takes a few minutes to scan your computer and remove all this mess that it has picked up. also its free
Cons
I love it.
Summary
I would recommend this to all of my friends and family. I like the fact that its free and you can trust this product. The instructions are easy and the informations is easily understood,very easily controlled. Excellent Product!
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