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WinPatrol is a security program intended to help clean up your computer and protect against spyware, worms, and other things that might harm it or slow it down.
This security software is certainly not for the novice computer user. It's different from other software that typically scans for threats, and that's where it can get confusing. If you know an above-average amount of information about computers, you'll probably find certain tabs -- like Startup Programs and Delayed Start -- useful, but it's going to take a period of learning to really know what to do with ones like Cookies, File Types, and Hidden Files. This software does offer some Internet security, which we appreciated. The alert sound (dog barking) is cute but annoying after a while. Fortunately, that can be turned off. There's also a Help page for every tab -- though some of the tabs are not available in the free version -- and much of the information and instructions are written in a witty style, so even though you're taking in a lot of new information it won't be too boring or highbrow to understand. You're just simply not going to be able to enjoy the full benefits of this software right away, however, if you don't know much about the inner workings of your computer.
The download process was easy and simple. There weren't any problems while installing, either, so we're willing to give this a good rating.
Publisher's Description
From BillP Studios:
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 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, and then alerting you to any changes that occur without your knowledge.
What's new in this version:
- Allows WinPatrol to start for current user or all users.
- Reduced monitoring during all sleep states to save battery usage.
- Fixed Reset function to remove duplicate Scotty icons.
- Fixed Reset function to remove duplicate Uninstall entries.
- Speeds up real-time detection.
- Fixed bug in system tray icon behavior that could have produce unknown results.
- Improved handling of repeating changes made by partner programs.
- Fixed "Automati... See all new features
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All versions:
4.5 starsout of 750 votes
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5.0 starsout of 2 votes
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"Silent but deadly"
Version: WinPatrol 28.1.2013
Pros
Patrols my computer with little resources and keeps me out of trouble.
Cons
None I know of.
Summary
A neat little program that works flawlessly
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"Must have software"
Version: WinPatrol 28.1.2013
Pros
The idea is very good. Gives the user the control of whats running in the background. Like this software.
Cons
No cons for this application
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