Features
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Popularity:
#4 in Spyware Removers (out of 280 products)
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License:
Free
- Editor's Rating:
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Downloads:
16,397,346
- Requirements:
Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP/Vista
- Limitations:
No limitations
- Date Added:
June 12, 2008
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Publisher's description of SpywareBlaster
From Javacool Software:
SpywareBlaster doesn't scan for and clean spyware--it prevents it from being installed in the first place. SpywareBlaster prevents the installation of ActiveX-based spyware, adware, dialers, browser hijackers, and other potentially unwanted programs. It can also block spyware/tracking cookies in IE, Mozilla Firefox, Netscape, and many other browsers, and restrict the actions of spyware/ad/tracking sites. With the built-in Check for Updates feature, you can help ensure your protection is up-to-date. SpywareBlaster also includes a System Snapshot feature, which lets you take a snapshot of your computer in its clean state and later revert, undoing many changes made by spyware and browser hijackers.
Version 4.1 adds full Mozilla Firefox 3 support, and various feature and protection enhancements, tweaks, and optimizations.
Editor's review of SpywareBlaster
3.0 stars
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SpywareBlaster started out as a malicious software blocker focused on ActiveX-based attacks. It has kept that component and expanded, and now can block all kinds of spyware that gets delivered through your Web browser, although its defenses are most useful for Internet Explorer users.
The dedicated IE tools are useful. Users can block all Flash content, create encrypted backups of the Hosts file, manage browser page settings, block cookies, and create customized ActiveX blocks. Firefox and Netscape-specific protection only offers cookie blocking, but you can create a customized blacklist that will function across multiple browsers. Users can also create a system snapshot for PC recovery in case of a devastating attack. The interface is designed well, uncluttered and easy to navigate. For $10 a year users can get automatic definition file updates and tech support, otherwise those must be done manually.
It's a little surprising that there's no support for Opera, and there's a noticeable lack of spyware removal capabilities. Although we appreciate the good job that SpywareBlaster has done in the past, this current version doesn't hold up very well against other security products that prevent attacks and remove infections.
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User reviews
- Average user rating: 4.2 stars out of 1116 votes
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5 out of 5 people found this review helpful
Version: SpywareBlaster 4.1
Pros: What caught my attention of v.4.1 was the slick design, compared to SpywareBlaster 3.5.1. It had that Vista Aero feeling.
When I ran it, it was much faster than it's predecessor v.4.0
SpywareBlaster provides a good comprehension of what it's blocking and where it is blocking. It adds killbits where disables malicious Active-X's and ads from intervening.
Overall, SpywareBlaster is a great arsenal to your collection. It does not run in the background, but just one click and the protection is activated permanent.
Cons: Integrated support for Opera browsers.
A future idea would be something of a "real-time" protection and a "network shield". ;)
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1 out of 2 people found this review helpful
Version: SpywareBlaster 4.1
Pros: i use this along side of eset smart security. a couple of firefox3 add-ons and a few adjustments, i've never had an infection in several years.
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6 out of 7 people found this review helpful
Version: SpywareBlaster 4.1
Pros: It is simple and easy to use. It is geared to do one main thing and that is to prevent spyware from having a chance.
Cons: i think the distance of the preventive measures are just the beginning and more can be done. With the help of Spybot Search and Destroy and Advanced windows care i get a lot more results and protection.
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0 out of 8 people found this review helpful
Version: SpywareBlaster 4.1
Pros: unknown
Cons: it maybe have worm
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