Sentinel for Windows

Name: Sentinel
Rating: 3.6 (47 reviews)
Author: RuntimeWare

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 25, 2026

Sentinel is an advanced file integrity checker designed to protect your computer. It seamlessly integrates with your antivirus, auditing system and other folders for file changes.

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2.8

Pros
- Protects against viruses and Trojans.
- Audits system folder and up to 20 other folders.
- Notifies antivirus program of integrity failures.
- Easy to use and deploy.
- Ensures system compliance and security.
Cons
- Relies on integration with existing antivirus software.
- Primarily focused on file integrity, not direct threat removal.

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: June 18, 2008

Latest update: February 25, 2026

Version: 2.3

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 2003
Windows 7
Windows 10
Windows Server
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows NT
Windows Vista
Windows 95
Windows 98
Windows ME

Additional Requirements: None

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 166,315

Downloads Last Week: 1

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User Reviews

3.6/5

47 User Votes

Very bad in work
devjohnDecember 18, 2008
Pros
Very bad in work
Cons
Very bad in work
Summary
Yeah... about that
HavistusJune 10, 2008
Pros
Looks like it's good...
Cons
I couldn't tell how effective it was because this program is out of date, therefor, it didn't keep up with the anti-virus programs it was meant to integrate with... It may work with your AV it might not. I'd suggest you pay a visit to the runtimeware website to check if your program is listed. If you're running Avira, you'll probably have to look elsewhere as the executable and arguments it suggests don't work with the current AV... (unless there is another sub-folder I'm missing for some reason...)
Summary
Works good.
blackdaisiesNovember 5, 2007
Pros
It's very compact and simple. It worked great.
Cons
Summary
verry good
sparkplug57May 21, 2007
Pros
works with any antivirus it good to have easy on system good protecition give it a try
Cons
nothing
Summary
Add -on for you Anti-virus protection.
SmoakyApril 8, 2007
Pros
This reminds me of Prevex or an add-on monitoring app. Please read all directions and help files before judging this program, Easy install and run, Somewhat confusing GUI <p>Not for the novice.
Cons
If you run a really good Anti-Virus program this app is not really needed except for those of you out there really,really paranoid about viruses or have had a real problem with nasties infiltrating your PC before.
Summary
not bad at all...
veentampaJune 25, 2006
Pros
this program works well..it is not exactly an antivirus program..it is more like winpatrol or processguard....the plus is you can intergrate it into your current antivirus program and my two favorites right now are avira antivir and etrust cause they beat avast and avg..even though i still like avast.
Cons
none.
Summary
It works as stated!
rlmarrJanuary 28, 2006
Pros
Read what it does in the description. Then use it as directed and users will be amazed. The descripion states it all.A few clicks is all it takes.
Cons
Summary
this thing is "so so"
ChocoXJanuary 4, 2006
Pros
nothing good
Cons
does not scan EVERY files on your system like norton! <p>i think it doesnt have updates too!
Summary
Doesn't install on WinXP Pro SP 1
freesoftApril 12, 2005
Pros
N/A
Cons
Well when I clicked setup.exe this is what appeared: "...Sentinel2\setup.exe is not a valid Win32 application." !!!!!
Summary
October 5, 2004
Pros
Cons
Summary
this is not free they do not give you the chance to use it for free to check the software..

Developer’s Description

By RuntimeWare

Protect your computer from viruses and Trojans with this program.

Advanced file integrity checker that integrates seamlessly with your anti-virus/trojan application(s). Sentinel audits your system folder (as well as upto 20 other folders) for the slightest file changes and/or additions. If any files fail the integrity check, your anti-virus/trojan program will be notified. Sentinel, has been critically acclaimed worldwide for its ease of use and tact as a file integrity checker. Sentinel has been deployed at both the enterprise and government sectors to ensure system compliance and security.

Establishing and monitoring known system or component baselines is becoming standard across enterprises looking to manage their IT assets intelligently. File Integrity Monitoring helps organizations verify and maintain SOX 404 controls as well as satisfy the requirements outlined in the PCI DSS.

Sentinel for Windows

Editors’ Review

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