CNET Editors' review
As a way of avoiding spyware and pop-ups, Torpark successfully allows you to surf the Web anonymously, although the publisher warns of possible connection slowdowns.
The self-extracting file installs quickly, and you can run it from your hard drive, or as the publisher suggests, from a jump drive. Torpark adds to your browser's toolbar a few unobtrusive buttons, which allow you to activate/deactivate the tool and configure its privacy settings according to your specifications. The tool effectively restricts pop-ups; blocks surreptitious installations of adware, spyware, and cookies; and hides any traces of your surfing. You can check the Torpark Tools menu while visiting a site and build a list of blocked items for the current page; from the same list box, you may add to a white list any or all of the displayed items.
The publisher cautions that using Torpark may slow your Internet connection speed, particularly if you're using a dial-up, but we noticed no slowdown during our tests. Torpark is free, easy to use, and suitable for all users interested in protecting their privacy while visiting Web sites.
Publisher's Description
From XeroBank:
The main advantage compared to other anonymous Web browsers is that xB Browser requires no configuration or technical knowledge in order to achieve anonymity. xB Browser is open-source so you can feel safe knowing what goes into our code. Additionally, it is even portable on a USB stick so you can take it to work, school, or on vacation. xB Browser does not store a cache on the user hard drive, nor does it store cookies, so there is no mess to clean up with eraser programs. xB Browser also has advanted features such a DOM object and flash cookie protection, cross-site scripting, attack prevention, and java proxy control. xB Browser can also detects and disables hidden and malicious browser addons that are hidden in the windows registry. When used in the free mode, xB Browser will connect to the internet through the Tor anonymity network. For greater security and speed, users can upgrade to the XeroBank anonymity network at any time.
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All versions:
2.8 starsout of 59 votes
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Current version:
2.0 starsout of 6 votes
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"Didn't work for me"
Version: xB Browser 3.9.10.24
Pros
Seemed to install okay into my FireFox browser
Uninstalled easily.Cons
Couldn't access any websites - not even its own "Start" website.
Always timed-out.Summary
Waste of time - Pleased I tried the free version first.
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"Works great, provides iron-clad security"
Version: xB Browser 3.9.10.24
Pros
Works perfectly well, no problems.
Cons
It's slow, takes time to establish TOR circuit, but that's understandable.
Summary
Some newbies complaining that there's no uninstaller. There is. Just don't uncheck the checkmark during installation. You need to be patient while the program is establishing TOR circuit. Sometimes it takes 5 minutes or more to do that, but that's normal. It may have to go a few times around the world to establish a full TOR circuit.
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"Unable Uninstall"
Version: xB Browser 3.9.10.24
Pros
None, did not work.
Cons
Could not uninstall. It is not available in the uninstall programs section of the control panel. I had to do a system restore. This might be malware.
Summary
Avoid. Avoid. Avoid.
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"Doesn't work. No support. Locks up Windows XP. SP3"
Version: xB Browser 3.9.10.24
Pros
NONE. This product just doesn't run. The quick start guide did not quick start. This dog don't hunt.
Cons
They charge your card quickly enough.
Summary
Don't waste your time.
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"terrible, cannot dwnld to a known location on firefox"
Version: xB Browser 3.9.10.24
Pros
there are no pros at this time
Cons
unable to install from download in firefox, it is some hidden location i cannot find
Summary
need to be able to download to a controllable loacation
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"Not bad,but I don't really use it that much. Sorry!"
Version: xB Browser 3.9.10.24
Pros
Please see my initial summary.
Cons
Please see my initial summary.
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