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This program uses a simple yet effective method of fighting all kinds of malicious programs. It inspects several spots in the Windows system malware is most likely to alter, including programs launched at start-up, browser helper objects, scheduled tasks, services, and cookies. WinPatrol consumes few resources and doesn't slow your PC. 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 home page. You can view full reports in HTML format, and the app even lets you manage which programs launch on system 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:
WinPatrol sniffs out worms, adware, keyloggers, spyware, cookies, and Trojan horses. 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 approach, taking a snapshot of your critical system resources, then alerting you to any changes that occur without your knowledge.
Version 9.8.1 adds complete information on Services in WinPatrol Report Log and displays company information in all lists.
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4.4 starsout of 45 votes
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"Not downloaded or installed yet."
Version: WinPatrol 9.8.1
Pros
Not installed yet.
Cons
Not installed.
Summary
I haven't installed it yet. Thanks though, xerby
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"One of the best gadgets YOU OUGHT TO HAVE in a computer..."
Version: WinPatrol 9.8.1
Pros
I've been using Winpatrol from the very first day it was released in almost 25 computers. With Winpatrol, you're the BOSS. You can disable or delete any automatic starting program including anything you won't see in Windows inteface, get great knowledge on various DLL's or EXE's that are loaded may be for no reason at all. You can stop a software easily too... I hope the new versions of Windows include a facility that Winpatrol offers. Totally free & with only a small donation you have all the help through the internet on various files which you wonder what they are even for. I RECOMMEND Winpatrol with all my heart. Thanks BillP Studios for all your effort.
Cons
Nothing !
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"Has good potential"
Version: WinPatrol 9.8.1
Pros
Good startup program disabler and good watch status. Has good potential.
Cons
Well, I'm pretty computer saavy but I wasnt quite sure how to use the program. All I was able to do was use the startup program list feature. I couldnt find a scanner on it, then again im not sure it has one. Not for the unexperienced.
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"it works"
Version: WinPatrol 9.8.1
Pros
the features are pretty goood. the protection is not in line with spysweepr or the other top few, but it's free, and i know of zero free options that are better.
Cons
cons? a helpful tool for free and you want cons?
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"It's FREE but I needed to feed the dog !"
Version: WinPatrol 9.8.1
Pros
It seems to catch all the occasional bad things that want to invade my PC. Free does an excellent job. One weekend my M$ OS went out. I reinstalled and did not want to connect to tne Internet until Scotty was on patrol. It was Sunday AM. I emailed from another PC and my pass code was sent on Sunday! Since then I pay the low price gladly for my other PC's. One of the best uses of SAFE computing available anywhere. Not only does it protect but if you are not sure it gives you the research on what it trying to get into your system. Priceless. The paid for version gives you all the information and source.
Cons
None to date.
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"*** Well worth the money to go pro ***"
Version: WinPatrol 9.8.1
Pros
This is a great wee program that takes up very little ram. : )
Cons
YES YOU HAVE TO PAY FOR IT, BUT YOU GET FREE LIFETIME UPDATES >> SO YOU NEVER HAVE TO PAY FOR A NEW VERSION AGAIN FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE
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"An Absolute musst have Program"
Version: WinPatrol 9.8.1
Pros
The program has most of the immediate needs i find important to working with my system. One of the greatest features is the INFO feature that it offers. This is not available in the standard windows interface. It is plain, simple to use, easy to understand, and figure out. I found this product so useful i paid the small fee for the PLUS version.
If you do not buy it, at least use this great program and all that it offers.
Cons
i found no negatives to this program. Although i can think of things i might consider as add ons that would fall inline to the features it already has built in to it.
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"This is my Guard Dog in my pc...!!!"
Version: WinPatrol 9.8.1
Pros
WinPatrol is one of my best real time system monitor as it didn't require high ram memory. It guards my system like a real guard dog. Aside from that Scotty looks similar to my Border Collie black dog, one of the happiest dog I've ever own...always alive, and active. The free version even works fine the plus has real-time monitoring. All in all, this is one of the best. Try it for yourself and you'll agree it works day and night patrolling your system and will bark if it detects something stranger in your pc.
Cons
none
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"One of the best!"
Version: WinPatrol 9.8.1
Pros
This prog. (WinPatrol) is one of the very best I've come accross for keeping a watchful eye over what "Windoze" gets up to behind your back!
I've had an older version of it on my PC for quite a while now and never had any bother from it. (Quite the opposite, in fact!) - Give it a go. I don't think you'll regret it!
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"Scotty is always on patrol."
Version: WinPatrol 9.8.1
Pros
What a great security program. Lots of options and monitors your PC in real-time and will alert you whenever ANYTHING changes or if anyone tries to compromise your system.Can't go wrong with always running this on your PC having Scotty the watchdog keeping you safe 24/7
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