- Quick specs
- Price: Free to try (Limited access to PLUS database); $29.95 to buy
- Operating system: Windows Vista, Windows 95, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 98
- Date added: August 05, 2007
- Total Downloads: 1,388,398
- Downloads last week: 1,125
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- CNET editors' rating: stars
- Average user rating: stars out of 470 votes
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CNET editors' review
Reviewed by: CNET Staff
This program uses a simple yet effective method of fighting all kinds of malicious programs. It inspects several Windows system spots that malware is most likely to alter, including programs launched at start-up, browser helper objects, scheduled tasks, services, and cookies.
The latest version includes two new logs: one emulates the popular HijackThis log style, while the other is a CSV-exportable format. There are also some tweaks for Vista users, as well as the usual bug fixing. The app consumes few resources, doesn't slow your PC, and is highly customizable. You can set the interval between checkups; the default is every three minutes. If something new installs on your PC, the program notifies you and asks whether you want the newcomer. This won't cure serious infections, but it will save you from annoying adware and malicious sites that hijack your browser's home page. You can view full reports in HTML format, and the app even lets you manage which programs launch on system start-up, including a "delayed" start-up.
Improved cookie handling is taken care of by Pinky the Squirrel, who eats "cookies with nuts"--that is, cookies that contain user-defined nuggets of text, such as ads. Users who install a lot of new software will find the program invaluable.
Publisher's description
From BillP Studios :Clean up your Taskbar and Startup programs. WinPatrol monitors and exposes adware, keyloggers, spyware, worms, cookies, and other malicious software. This program puts you back in control of your computer with no need for constant updates. WinPatrol's goal is to help you better understand what programs are running on your computer and to alert you to any new programs added without your permission. Unlike traditional security programs, WinPatrol doesn't scan your hard drive searching for previously identified threats. Instead, it uses a heuristic behavioral approach, taking a snapshot of your critical system resources, then alerting you to any changes that occur without your knowledge.
Version 12 features two new report functions including a HijackPatrol.log which provides a format familiar to online helpers. New icon and sound for Vista users. Easier access to PLUS data for our WinPatrol PLUS users.
What's new in this version:
Version 12 features two new report functions including a HijackPatrol.log which provides a format familiar to online helpers. New icon and sound for Vista users. Easier access to PLUS data for our WinPatrol PLUS users.
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User reviews of WinPatrol 2007 12
- Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 470 votes
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9 out of 19 people found this review helpful
Version: WinPatrol 2007 12
"The full version is a nice application."
Pros: It's from a ood software company to. It has a simple user friendly GUI. Monitors and reports on what cookies are in your system from "IE" and "Firefox" and lets you select which ones to block automatically. It gives you easy access to auto start programs and lets you delete or disable the ones you don't want starting with your computer. It's quick to notify you if something is trying to change a running service and shows which programs are running on your computer at any time. It's the quickest way I've ever seen to get rid of IE helpers. And it's great for children to use as a learning tool.
Cons: Some of what it does and shows you may be confusing to some people, like services, active tasks and hidden files.
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful
Version: WinPatrol 2007 12
Pros: this speaks for itself, you can take control of your system...highly recommended
Cons: none
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1 out of 3 people found this review helpful
Version: WinPatrol 2007 12
Pros: Can keep the cookies I want and delete the ones that I do not want
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
Version: WinPatrol 2007 12
Pros: resolve my problem
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
Version: WinPatrol 2007 12
"easy to use, leaves you as user in charge what's going to happen in your sustem"
Cons: like most other spy/virus sw it should have an auto update mechanism
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