| Top Choice |
| 1. Spyware Detector |
| Spyware
Detector not only has one of the largest spyware detection database
(based on the numbers publicly provided in each of the programs
tested.) but it is also very effective at removing spyware and easy to
use. |
| Effective Spyware Removal |
| Spyware
Detector was tested thoroughly on a number of PC's at a local cyber
cafe and on the computers at my local library because spyware and
adware infections are more numerous and difficult to remove than that
found on the |
Many of the spyware infections found on these machines were removed using the automated scan engine in as little as 5 minutes. |
A
handful of the more troublesome spyware remained but were removed
painlessly through the help of Spyware Detector's built-in support
features which are discussed below. |
When I did take Spyware Detector "in house" to home PC's of friends and family members, it performed extremely well. |
It
even eliminated a long standing problem with a "Best Mexico Vacations"
toolbar on my mother-in-law's computer scoring me a few brownie points
I might add :-) |
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| Ease of Use and Accuracy of Detection |
| The spyware scanner is easy to use because only a simple click of a button is required to run the entire scan process. |
| The
results of the scan are easy to understand because each infection is
marked with a threat level so you can easily see the more problematic
and harmful spyware infections. |
Scans were accurate and did not report any ghost infections or false positives that I could pick out. |
False
positives are when a spyware remover reports a spyware infection that
does not exist or reports a legitimate program as spyware. Because they
are often used to push people into purchasing an application or even
worse cause you to delete a legitimate software program or critical
system files that make your PC run, false positives are a very serious
problem |
| False positives were not a a problem I encountered with Spyware Detector. |
They
also have one of the largest spyware detection database which is
updated 2-3 times each week (based on the raw numbers publicly provided
in each of the programs tested). |
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| Customer Support |
As mentioned above, Spyware Detector removed "many" of the spyware problems I encountered but not every one. |
| This is to be expected because some Spyware problems are much too complex to be removed with an automated scan. |
| When
such problems arise, you often must rely on the customer support
provided by the vendor. In many cases, the support you do receive is
inadequate and unfriendly. |
Much to
my surprise, when I contacted Spyware Detector support about the
spyware problems not fixed with their scanner, the support team was
extremely responsive and eager to help. |
| They asked to provide as many details as possible about the problem and worked until the problem was solved and even |
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| Advanced Support Options |
Max Secure Spyware Detector offers advanced support features that allow you to automatically send their support staff the results of your spyware scan. |
This way they personally analyze and diagnose your problem if any spyware remains on your PC after running a spyware scan. |
To use this feature, simply run a "Full Scan" and after it has completed click on the "Export Worms" button. |
This will allow you to send a report directly to support to analyze your infections and get back to you with the proper line of action. |
In addition, they offer Live Customer Support useful because you can receive answers to your questions in minutes which is significantly faster than email based support. |
These additions represent a step forward in the evolution of spyware detection solutions because they help combat the increasing complexity of removing spyware and adware. |
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| Helps Prevent Future Spyware Infections |
| Spyware Detector comes equipped with numerous advanced features to help prevent spyware infections before they happen. |
 11 different real time protection modules constantly monitor all of the programs and processes running on your computer for strange behavior or unknown entries to help prevent future infections before they have a chance to infect your computer. |
| Home page hi-jack protection keep spyware and adware from changing your default home page Automatic Live Updates alert you of new updates to ensure that your database is up to date even if you forget to check. |
| Schedule Automated Scans at set times to help keep your system spyware free. |
| It is accurate, up to date, and packed full of features that will help you finally eliminate your spyware frustrations. |
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