Publisher's Description
From McAfee:
Stinger is a stand-alone utility used to detect and remove specific viruses. It is not a substitute for full anti-virus protection, but rather a tool to assist administrators and users when dealing with an infected system. Stinger utilizes next generation scan engine technology, including process scanning, digitally signed DAT files, and scan performance optimizations.
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"Warning - Do NOT install!"
Version: McAfee Avert Stinger 10.2.0.452
Pros
Easy to download
Cons
Computer shut down and was warned to remove program immediately.
Summary
I had used earlier editions with good results. On the first attempt to use this edition, my computer shut down and instructed me to remove progran immediately or suffer damage to my computer. After four days work I am finally able to use my computer but there is damage to my windows program. This is a new computer but use WindowsXP & Norton to be interchangeable with other computers in company. BEWARE!
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"One Task Protection Support"
Version: McAfee Avert Stinger 10.2.0.310
Pros
It is a small download works in background and does not interfere with other tasks while cranking away. It has a specific mission and just tends to it. I have used them for some time and , i guess, mostly get peace of mind
It is free, hasnt hurt or interfered and has the potential to root out problems in the bud, i thinkCons
No real cons but it has to be updated manually (I have cnet notification so not really much of a chore since i know each new release shortly after release)
It does take a long time to run seems to use sys ram (which i have an overload anyway)Summary
This is only for certain specific problems and is meant as a supplement, and if i read it correctly, for systems with know or suspected problems. I have run it even though i have a pretty solid and trouble free system, so far. I have Mcafee total suites since i built my computers and all have been fine. so, this is only in use because it is available and it is free. i have not seen any problems identified by this particular tool. I used it because of the constant vigilance peddled by all the virus protection companies and hacker alerts plastered all over the net. I have been lucky in that i do not get much trouble, so far, so i was mostly motivated through fear of intrusion from my limited browsing needs. I could probably have done just as well if i never ran it. Among all the other 'must have' tools , in addition to the Mcafee total protection, i am puzzled why i actually needed to go chase this one down (stinger) if i already have "Total Protection"?
I havent gotten an answer, i get my cable internet provider's free mcafee suite updated at least daily , if not a couple of times a day, i am just not sure why this isnt included, since it is such an unobtrusive little thing anyway. Just a thought. -
"it locked my computer"
Version: McAfee Avert Stinger 10.2.0.267
Pros
nothing that good at this time
Cons
After Stinger completed and i tried to close it it wouldn't close tried to use task master and it still wouldn't close properly.
then tried to do a shut down on my pc and was not able to do it
So I Shut down by the power button.Summary
this Version is not that good
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"POP out stated this version is outdated"
Version: McAfee Avert Stinger 10.2.0.146
Pros
I have no problem with earlier version.
Cons
This latest version has POP out & it stated that it is outdated & prompted to go
vil.nai.com/vil/stinger for an update.Summary
Its Free, what to expect?
I forgot to add on. My laptop runs on Vista 32 bit Operating System
I gave 3 stars these current version. other wise it is Five for previous
Updated on Jul 4, 2011 -
"One of the greatest tools at this point in time."
Version: McAfee Avert Stinger 10.1.0.1629
Pros
As soon as I opened the file and clicked go, it went.
Cons
Nothing yet as far as I am concerned.
Summary
Get it try it you'll be happy with it.
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"cleans very well"
Version: McAfee Avert Stinger 10.1.0.1504
Pros
simple to use
Cons
none I could find
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"A good choice."
Version: McAfee Avert Stinger 10.1.0.1504
Pros
One click wonder.
Cons
Zero. Zilch.
Summary
Just gets better.
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"Good stand alone, no frills FREE product"
Version: McAfee Avert Stinger 10.1.0.1451
Pros
Stand alone product that works without taking up large amount of system resources, sometimes picks up what resident programs miss.
Cons
Takes a long, long time to run, though it does so in the background. Doesn't automatically update--you have to go looking for updates.
Summary
Good program to have on hand if something just doesn't seem right with the computer, but BUY a good program as your main defense.
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"It's very effective I'll definitely use it again"
Version: McAfee Avert Stinger 10.1.0.1361
Pros
Easy to use. Good detection rate
Cons
scans on my PC are far too long
Summary
Worthwhile having as long as you have plenty of time to scan
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"Worked for me"
Version: McAfee Avert Stinger 10.1.0.1361
Pros
Easy to use
Cons
Didn't find any
Summary
I was very pleased with the Stinger as it got rid of some nasty bugs that I hadn't known were in my system..
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