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This spyware scanner and removal tool does the job, but enabling some functions may cause slight slowdowns.
Spyware Terminator's crisp, clean interface uses simple buttons and tabs to operate and set options. The latest spyware signatures are automatically downloaded, and the real-time protection keeps baby-sitting to a minimum. Real-time protection monitors key spyware types and Windows objects, though slight system slowdowns depend on your machine. Those features and the simple scheduler will make this app appealing to novices.
Advanced users will appreciate Spyware Terminator's flexibility. Setting the sensitivity of various scans is as easy as moving a slider. Experienced users will want to enable the built-in antivirus tool, which extends the power of real-time analysis by comparing program code against a database of known viruses, Trojans, and worms.
From set-it-and-forget-it users to those delving into virus code, all will find Spyware Terminator flexible, simple, and effective, key measures of a good antispyware tool.
Spyware Terminator 2012 - Protect your PC against all kinds of spyware and malware - Download Video Previews:Publisher's Description
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Spyware Terminator 2012 is a free security application that protects a computer against spyware, malware and adware. It has a paid version that is extended by the popular F-PROT antivirus, so the Spyware Terminator can become a complex security solution. Spyware Terminator 2012 scans a computer for known threats and reports findings in a manner that is easy to read and interpret. Every entry is given a rating and a classification, which makes it very easy to decide if a detected item should be removed. Unlike some free software titles, Spyware Terminator 2012 will remove all threats for free. In addition, it offers real time protection, daily downloaded and installed updates, HIPS protection, scheduled scan and many handy system tools and software extensions. Antivirus and antispyware database is daily updated so the computer is protected against new threads.
What's new in this version:
- F-PROT antivirus extension
- Security applications adding tools
- Windows system tools
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All versions:
3.9 starsout of 1,465 votes
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Current version:
3.2 starsout of 15 votes
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"not like I remember the program. not as good."
Version: Spyware Terminator 2012 3.0.0.74
Pros
No PROS, did not like the program.
Cons
Interferred wit my programs. Had to uninstall.
Summary
No Thanks
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"scare ware unless piece of garbage."
Version: Spyware Terminator 2012 3.0.0.74
Pros
There is no pros
Cons
It installs its self and dubs people into believing they are infected ........ nags to buy the program ..it doesnt do anything unless you buy the program..... malwarebytes and super antispyware and spy bot search and destroy needed to get rid of it........ and that is after you use the uninstall feature.
Summary
The premise of a site like CNET is to be able to get software that wont harm your computer a trustworthy site. If CNET allows this kind of crap on this site without checking it out first then my opinion of CNET has gone down the tubes and I will tell people not to trust any software from this site because it is not trustworthy
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"Daily updated free proffesional antispyware"
Version: Spyware Terminator 2012 3.0.0.74
Pros
Daily updated database
it is free antispyware
low at resources
only few false detections
in many languagesCons
antivirus is paid
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"Unstable SOFTWARE"
Version: Spyware Terminator 2012 3.0.0.74
Pros
none whats so ever
Cons
Froze up my laptop and have to disconnect the power to get it back functioning and ended up corrupting my registry files. Its better the Anti spyware called SPYNOMORE. review it at ..
http://tech-global-market.com
Best of all i got a refund when i wanted to switch between their products to the one that fully satisfied meSummary
better pay up a small amount for a software that can deliver results
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"Not For Me, Thanks..."
Version: Spyware Terminator 2012 3.0.0.74
Pros
Few, if any, other than it's free.
Cons
Poor detection; must be set up very carefully or it will really screw with your system ( beware the HIPS setting - it works poorly, does not remember responses, and is best left to your firewall anyway.) Real-time protection is a good idea, in theory, but this program slows down your system and tends to be overly intrusive.
Summary
I tried this program a couple of years ago, and it doesn't seem to have been improved at all. In addition to missing adware another of my programs caught, it's nag screens drove me crazy.(Can you say overly aggressive marketing?) The full scan was so quick it made me wonder if it checked anything on my computer at all. A lot of the free programs I use have ads, but they don't bother me much. This one goes over the line, however. (It also makes me suspicious of all the positive reviews I see here.) If you need a good anti-spyware program, you're better off with SuperAntispyware or Spybot S&D IMHO.
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"I like it!"
Version: Spyware Terminator 2012 3.0.0.74
Pros
Really fast scans and few false positives. Quick updates and easy to use GUI.
Cons
No auto updates for free version. Slows down PC when real time protection is turned on. Some features are off on free version.
Summary
I use it for scanning and removing spyware and malware but I don't use the real protection since it slows down my PC. Overall, this is a good product and I never had problems with it so I'll keep using it.
I hope guys at Spyware Terminator can make a portable version so I can use it on my customers PC without installing it.
Updated on Nov 30, 2012
An updatable version would be great since downloading a new portable version instead of updating its anti-spyware definitions is really a frustrating. -
"Spyware Terminator is still great as used to be!"
Version: Spyware Terminator 2012 3.0.0.74
Pros
Accurate detection
Many additional features
Nice and simple interface
Easy at resources
Strong protectionCons
Windows doesnt detect it as antivirus solution
Summary
I used to use it for many years and this 2012 version remain free but with great detection, in addition it has daily updated database.
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"Complete protection in one application"
Version: Spyware Terminator 2012 3.0.0.74
Pros
real antivirus and antispyware in one application
almost zero false-postive detection
light at resourcesCons
I dont know about cons
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"Perfect Free Security Software"
Version: Spyware Terminator 2012 3.0.0.74
Pros
It is free.
Low on resources.
Easy to use.
Many useful features and tools.
Daily updated database.Cons
Free versions has disabled some features.
Summary
Tis piece of software wirks for me really fine, keeps me safe and I dont even notice that it is running. Protection against spyware is brilliant, in addition accurate detection tracking cookies.
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"This application is simply keep me safe and protected."
Version: Spyware Terminator 2012 3.0.0.74
Pros
It is low at resources, real time protection offers many modes so you have real control of your computer. Daily updated database even if it is free, I started using the system tools and if you get used to it, it help a lot.
Cons
Extension about Antivirus protection is for 39 USD / year
