ThreatFire is designed to find malware, spyware, etc. by "bad behavior". It looks for abnormal steps in software installation and various other places to discover malware instead of updating constantly with lists of new names to look for.
It also prevents installation and stops destructive tasks before harm is done.
The SoftPerfect Personal Firewall is a free network firewall designed to protect your PC against attacks from the Internet or via a local area network. SoftPerfect Personal Firewall offers customizable security using user-defined rules for packet filtering.
To put it simply, like other firewalls, it blocks malicious intruders and software from attacking your computer or sending out data without your permission. Compare to Zone Alarm, Norton, or McAfee.
ScrubIT is a DNS server that regulates what comes to your computer. To put it simply, once you are set up with ScrubIT, no one can access pornography or malicious content from your home computer(s). This is NOT a browser replacement or utility that your kids will turn off or go around when you aren't watching. It truly gives you peace of mind that your kids wont have access to adult sites. ScrubIT is a service that disallows mature content at the server level before it can even be sent to your computer. The website explains how to easily set it up whether you have a router or direct connection. ScrubIT even automatically corrects most domain misspellings.
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GadgetTrack is a revolutionary piece of software that you install on any USB storage device that calls home in the event that it is stolen. This is perfect for your iPod, mp3 player or jump drive. Lifehacker.com provides a better explanation for how it works.
theft, recovery, usb2.0 memory, drive
Eraser is a good program but is use is questionable. Do you really need a program that deletes files and systematically rewrites patterned data over it again and again so that no one will ever be able to recover the file? Ok, maybe you are giving away or selling a computer and want to permanently remove personal pictures and info...
Advanced WindowsCare v2 Personal is an all-in-one solution for many of the problems that plague PCs. It performs essential scans and repair of the registry and startup. It prevents security threats and removes spyware. This tool is very easy to use and will speed up your computer.
Hamachi "is a zero-configuration virtual private networking (VPN) application.
In other words Hamachi is a program that allows you to arrange multiple computers into their own secure network just as if they were connected by a physical network cable. "
Use Hamachi just like your computers were networked together for file sharing, iTunes and gaming. Everything is encrypted, so your information is safe.
TrueCrypt is a hearty disk encryption program with many great features. It is almost unnoticeable, automatic and very quick. It can create a virtual encrypted disk and mounts it as a real disk. TrueCrypt also can encrypt an entire disk, USB drive, or flash storage. Hackers won't even know the encrypted volume exists. This is a very powerful tool. backup, hide files, hidden, secure data
IMSafer monitors your child's Instant Messenger conversations and notifies you by email if messages involve content that may not be healthy. This is not just a vulgarity filter, it runs through an analysis engine that is looking for content that resembles how predators initiate contact or maintain relationships with your children online. While still maintaining your child's privacy, it is always watching for warning signs. There is an explanation of how it works and what it does here.
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Comodo Free Firewall is as high a quality as you get. Like all firewalls, it guards against hackers, trojans, and other exploits. It also watches all your programs for strange behavior and evaluates the security risks of all aplications. This firewall will notify you of any suspicious activity in the background. Comodo is recognized by the XP security center so you won't get alerts from there. This title gives you true protection while XP's firewall naps. Zone Alarm, Norton Security, barracuda, ca, panda, hacker, webroot, nat, etrust, kerio, exploit
avast! Virus Cleaner is a utility that removes worms and other viruses that most anti-virus can't remove. It also helps repair and recover damaged Windows components form viral infections. This tool is to be used if you have a known invection. This is not a virus scan, just a removal tool. mcafee, symantec, norton, virus removal, worm, trojan
AVG Anti-Spyware is now free from Grisoft. This program is easy to use and offers daily database updates. Another great feature is that it uses Heuristics to detect unknown threats. It automatically cleans known spyware threats from your computer. Spyware, malware, malicious code
AVG 7.5 from Grisoft has been released! People that were using the oder version were getting messages that AVG would no longer be free. Well, they either changed their mind or we misinterpreted the message. AVG has been my favorite free antivirus for a long time. It is extremely easy, scans your email attachments, and you can schedule scans to your convenience. Compare to McAfee, Norton, Symantec, bitdefender, etrust, panda, virus scan, antivirus,
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Spam Fighter is obviously a spam fighter... If you are using Outlook or Outlook Express, this is a must have. It fully integrates and offers protection from " gain 3+ inches" and more! It quietly removes known spam and even protects you against phishing.
Spybot S&D is my personal favorite anti-spyware tool. I use this in conjunction with Ad-Aware SE to knock out all of the spyware, toolbars, and traking cookies. If your homepage has unexpectedly changed or you've found a new toolbar in your browser, you must get this program.
adware, malware
Ad-Aware SE is the leading anti-spyware utility. If you ever have ads popping up, browser toolbars that you can't get rid of, or your computer is running slow, you have to try this. It cleans out tracking cookies and prevents those annoying IE toolbars. spyware, adware, malware, popups, pop-ups, ads, advertisements free windows software
KeePass is an open source password manager that keeps all your passwords safe and secure. You only have to remember one password or even use the passkey function. It keeps a database of all your passwords fully encrypted until you need them.
SpywareBlaster is a nice tool for blocking known spyware from being installed on your computer. Once you install it for either Firefox or IE or both, you'll never know its there, but it keeps you safe. I'm putting this in the "Must Have" category. spyware, malware, adware
Clamwin is a great antivirus program. It is very easy to use and set up. Don't use your computer without an antivirus! Compare this to Norton or McAfee antivirus products.
Virus scan, anti-virus, anti virus, worm, trojan, semantec
