Scan & Fix 50 registry issues FREECNET Editors' review
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:
The power of multiple programs without the bloat of a security suite. Clean up your Taskbar, ActiveX, Brower 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.
What's new in this version: Most changes in version 16.0.2009.1 only affect Windows Vista/7 users
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4.2 starsout of 5 votes
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"It does its job"
Version: WinPatrol 16.0.2009.1
Pros
It works, and gives you the info you need.
Cons
None so far
Summary
It does what you want it to.
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"I've had trhis program on EVERY computre I've ever had!"
Version: WinPatrol 16.0.2009.1
Pros
The details it spits out are a clue to the programmer's knowledge...and if you upgrade...
Cons
I do hate it when you submit a query and they have no info, but who is omniscient?
Summary
Get this program...low cost, phenomenal support, and Bill talks to you as if he's known ya' forever! This is ytuly I program I count on!
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"excellent software and free too!"
Version: WinPatrol 16.0.2009.1
Pros
used it for 2 years now and no problem.
Cons
none so far!
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"Used it for years & love it"
Version: WinPatrol 16.0.2009.1
Pros
Almost everything
Cons
Slow to pick up monitored changes.
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"IT'S GOOD ,THOURGH AND QUICK!"
Version: WinPatrol 16.0.2009.1
Pros
NO NOSEISEALL THE POP UPS
Cons
ALL THE POP UPS
Summary
IT'S QUICK ,RELIABLE AND WORKS.IT LET YOU KNOW IF SOTHING IS WRONG AND GIVES YOU OPTIONS TO FIX IT.
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