Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer for Windows

User Reviews

• WILL NOT INSTALL ON 64bit WINDOWS PC

  taoistOctober 9, 2012

  Pros

  I remember it working fine back when I was using 32bit Windows XP.

  Cons

  I can't install it on my 64bit Windows 7 (Home Premium) PC!

  Summary

  It's a little over 2 years old, so it SHOULD install and run fine on anything except Windows 8! C'mon MicroSloth, get with it and put out a new version, already!!!

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• It seems to work

  lherboldJanuary 25, 2011

  Pros

  I don't know of any since I do not know if it is running.

  Cons

  The download can not be used. When I use it a blocking window comes up to say that it can not override the existing file, select a different file. I go to Microsoft and download the update.

  Summary

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• another line of defense against the bad guys

  wenzejDecember 31, 2010

  Pros

  works well finds a lot of security issues some that I don't care about for a home system but better to know about it and not need it.

  Cons

  no way to know how "good" it is but it seems to work

  Summary

  use it what could it hurt...

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• Very accurate.

  bersdorfereDecember 11, 2010

  Pros

  It accurately tells yoiu where you need to improve your security and how to achieve it.

  Cons

  Some of the help doesn't include "Windows 7" specific.

  Summary

  Overall the product is very good & simple to use with easy to understand help instructions.

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• Simple to use; and peace of mind.

  RobnTrishDecember 8, 2010

  Pros

  In the world of technology today, safety on one's computer is very important and this program makes me feel safer about knowing my computer is properly protected.

  Cons

  There really isn't anything that i don't like about this program.

  Summary

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• Good check to minimize exposure surface

  wmwinkleOctober 31, 2010

  Pros

  Provides detailed results and how to correct

  Cons

  Limited and cannot enter exceptions

  Summary

  Good standard check for basic compliance from Microsoft. Produces a report which can be edited to explain exceptions. Explanation of how to correct problems is exceptional.

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• No abvious value/need seen

  am124sea70May 27, 2010

  Pros

  no comment

  Cons

  no comment

  Summary

  As I'm digitally challenged I rely on strongly recommended downloads from sites I believe I can trust. I don't always see the effect of the download. However, some time after the download of MSFT BSA 2.1.1 I experienced several "Blue Screen" crashes. Using Cnet to review virus/firewall products I decided and bought both and the sftwr service to the tune of $90+. After install and run, it found a trojan, 5 critical somethings, and 3 registry alerts. Also it finds 5-10 tracking cookies every few days. Therefore, I don't see the value of willy nilly downloads no matter how important they sound or trusted the site

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• Like the setup

  DobermanmulderMay 2, 2010

  Pros

  Easy to use and very important

  Cons

  I have not found anything negative.

  Summary

  I like it because it is easy to use and it make sure that all my safeties are working

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• It acually work fine, without hogging your dektop.

  twkennysMay 2, 2010

  Pros

  Works well, without slowing down your desktop. I feel that it's better than most that you pay a lot of money for.

  Cons

  It's not perfect, but I feel it's far better than those you pay $50 or more for, which slow down your system (to make you feel better).

  Summary

  It's fine to use. All of us need to learn proper safety use of our laptops, desktops, or anything else with access to the internet.

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• It is a good analyzer.

  dwct18April 29, 2010

  Pros

  It can track your softwares and hardwares according to Microsoft's standard.

  Cons

  Sometimes it is too strict.

  Summary

  It's a good tool to track which part of your computer is not up-to-date.

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