As part of our continuing “Stay Safe on the Internet campaign”, PC Tools has generously provided us with 10 free licenses for Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus, (retail value $49.95 U.S.).
To enter the contest to win a free license, simply add a comment at the end of this article. On January 15, 2010, all comments will be added to the online List Randomizer, and the first 10 names that come up, will win a free license for this award winning security application.
As with previous contests, you don’t need to write a paragraph – “enter me in the contest” is enough. Good luck!
After reading the following review of Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus, I’m sure you’ll agree, this is a contest worth entering.
Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus Review:
So how do you take the best and make it better? That’s a neat trick, but something PC Tools has managed to do with the release of Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus.
Spyware Doctor, as a stand alone anti-malware application, has long had a rich reputation for effectiveness, and ease of use. With the addition of both an anti-virus component, and ThreatFire technology, PC Tools has taken PC security to a new level.
Regular readers will remember, I have often recommended the stand alone version of ThreatFire, as one of the top three necessary components to maximize PC security. Kudos to PC Tools, for including it in this new version of Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus.
Experience has taught me that typical computer users are most interested in two areas when choosing an anti-malware application:
- Protection against current threats, and equally as important, protection against rapidly evolving new threats. During testing, I found Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus, excelled in detection; particularly in its active protection against phishing sites.
- Ease of use, with a limited learning curve; so that the inherent power of the application can be be brought to bear immediately. Those of us you have relied on the free version of Spyware Doctor Starter Edition, are familiar with its clear, simple, no nonsense user interface, and this new application continues that tradition.
Fast facts:
- IMPROVED ON-DEMAND DETECTION – Detects and thoroughly cleans an extremely diverse range of malware during on-demand and real-time scans.
- UPDATED BEHAVIOURAL PROTECTION – Leverages ThreatFire technology to detect and block zero-day malware based on its runtime behavior.
- NEW BROWSER EXPLOIT & SCAREWARE BLOCKING – Dynamically scans every webpage loaded in Internet Explorer to detect and block malicious exploits, such as iFrame & MDAC, that trigger drive-by-downloads of malware. Detects and blocks websites that scare visitors into buying scareware through fake antivirus scan pop-ups.
- NEW STATE AWARENESS MODES – Detects how you are using your PC and adjusts to minimize performance impact and reduce interruptions.
– Game Mode: all scheduled scans, smart updates and program alerts postponed when playing games, resulting in an interruption-free experience. Activated automatically when playing games in full-screen, otherwise manually switchable
– Power Saving Mode: no scheduled tasks run when powered by battery
– Idle Mode: automatically scans in background when PC is not in use to reduce the length of subsequent scans
- EMAIL GUARD – Detects and cleans infected email attachments at unencrypted POP3 and SMTP4 protocol layer (client independent).
- 24/7 Help – available in 10 languages. Select the most convenient option for you – reach our support staff by phone, email, live chat or web.
I have always been a strong proponent of free security software, but with the increasing challenges we now face on the Internet, I’m finding that, by and large, the free versions of security applications are not up to the task of protecting an average, or typical user.
Free security applications, with their built-in limitations, are best suited to those who have a “better than average” understanding, of operating systems, security systems, and who have a heightened awareness of the hidden traps on the Internet. Even with an enhanced skill set, technically astute users are still finding that staying safe on the Internet is more difficult than ever.
In the last two years, I have only recommend two “pay for” applications and Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus, has now become the third.
Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus, offers all of the protection that a top notch anti-malware application should, in an easy installation package leading to a “dead simple” interface, and then does what it sets out to do – protects the user efficiently, against the epidemic of malware and additional dangers circulating on the Internet, waiting to trap the under protected, and the unaware.
System requirements: Windows 7 (32bit, 64bit), Windows Vista SP1+ (32bit, 64bit), Windows XP SP2+ (32bit).
You may Buy Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus direct from PC Tools, ($49.95 direct, for three licenses), or you may download a free, limited, older version, at PC Tools.
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Please enter me in the contest. Thank you.
Hi Jerry,
Thank you for participating.
Bill
Hi Bill, it’s been a long time, but I still read your posts. Have a merry christmas and enter me in the constest.
Greetings from the caribbean!
Hi Radames,
Today, is the coldest day of the Winter so far (minus 26), – so your “Greetings from the Caribbean!” (not the first time you’ve said that), is rather appropriate. LOL!! I’m delighted to hear from you, and I trust you and your family had a terrific Christmas.
I think of you often, actually. Although, I’m particularly bad when it comes to staying in touch, I’ve always been aware that you were my first Internet friend; that you were the first to linkback to Tech Thoughts, and that your supportive comments, early on, helped me stay the course and understand that blogging had it’s own rewards. So you see Radames, you’re a hard man to forget!
Happy New Year to you and your family, and to those that you care for.
Bill
please DO NOT enter me in the giveaway as I feel at the moment I am pretty well covered, Thanks this is good thing your doing and deserved to be recognized
Thank you Greg. I appreciate your comment.
Bill
Please enter me in the contest. Thank you.
Thank you for your entry Julie.
Bill
Happy New Year Bill. Yes, you’ve always done good things – and yes, please enter me in your contest.
Thank you David for your entry and for the best wishes. The same to you.
Bill
PC Tools is improving through the years. With its top notch firewall and its comprehensive antivirus.
Thanks for this great giveaway!
Hi Vic,
I agree with your comment. I use PC Tools free firewall on a few machines and I highly recommend it.
Thank you for entering.
Bill
Happy New Years Bill. Personally, I would stay away from using anything made by pctools so please do not enter me into the contest.
Hey Mathboy,
Long time – no speak. Thanks for the New Years greetings and the same to you. All the best in 2010.
I’m curious about your experience with PC Tools. If you have the time wouldn’t mind hearing about.
Bill
Hi,
Enter me in the contest.
Would like to test it. I am working in the IT field also so testing software are one of my passion.
Thanks!
Hi John,
Thanks for your entry. Good luck.
Bill
Presently using PC Tools Firewall Plus.
Must try Spy Doctor as upgrade.
Thanks for entering the contest Scott.
PC Tools Firewall Plus is my firewall of choice on my main personal machine, and I give it very high marks.
Bill
What? “-26 degrees”? Thank god that it’s not so cold here.
Oh and BTW, enter me in the contest please.
Hey Adrian,
It’s a little warmer now at -11. We’re at 44 degrees latitude, so it gets cold here in the Winter; damn cold!! Hong Kong is just a little warmer. LOL
Thanks for participation in the contest.
Bill
No, it is not “just a little warmer” but a lot more warmer, at nearly 20 degrees today. LOL!
please enter me in the contest
Will do Ned.
Thanks for participating.
Bill
Hi Bill, I’m a newbie and trying to build my own security suite and this would be a good addition so count me in please.
And Bill if you don’t mind me asking, is it o.k to run Geswall along side Avira free, outpost firewall free and threatfire free?
Thanks in advance
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Hi Raphael,
You should have no problem running Geswall along with your other security apps. I don’t see any potential for conflict. Thank you for your contest entry.
Happy New Year.
Bill
“enter me in the contest”…
Happy to enter you in the contest Aunty Soshul.
Bill
I used the free version before that was included in google pack; tested for a while the shareware trial version and here is a chance for the full power.
Even the Google Pack version is pretty cool.
Good luck in the contest Azziz.
Bill
Hey Bill,
I love Threatfire, would love to give Spyware Doctor a tryout, so please enter me in the contest.
It’s about 36 degrees Celsius where I am, hot hot hot.
Cheers
I’ll have to wait until July to see 30+. Might have to move down your way!
Good to have you in the contest Mal.
Bill
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Thanks for entering the contest Zhang Feng.
Bill
Hi,
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Thanks.
Thank you for entering the contest Jasmine.
Bill
Please enter me in the draw.
I read first your article about file shredder which helped me. Keep up these nice article.
Thanks Mabsoot. Glad to have you in the contest.
Bill
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Hi Bill!
Please enter me in the contest, Thanks!
I really love this all-in-one security program and this helped me a lot. We’ve never had a security program as good as this, and I’ve been recommending it to a lot of my workmates and friends. I say kudos to the team, and two thumbs up to you, Bill! More power.
Hi Richard,
I’m happy to hear that you have a favorable impression of Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus. It really is a topnotch security application.
Thank you for your contest entry.
Bill
Hello.
Please enter me in the contest too!
I’ve been using Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus for over a year now, and never had anything better than this.I say it’s a must for anyone with a pc.
Love it.
Great to see your enthusiasm for Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus, Nicky. Thanks for participating in the contest.
Bill
Bill,
Not necessary to enter me in this contest; however, I just want to give recognition to you for putting this out there. Spyware Doctor is a very good security software app.
Rick
Thanks Rick.
Good to see you back after your move. All the best in 2010.
Bill
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Please enter me in the contest.
Also wishing you and all your followers a Happy & Prosperous New Year.
Vivek
Thank you Vivek for your good wishes, and your contest entry.
Happy New Year.
Bill
best wishes to all for a bright 2010.
Thank you Ashok, for your best wishes and your contest entry.
Happy New Year.
Bill
Tanks for download link!!!
Happy 2010
You’re welcome.
Happy New Year.
Bill
Happy New Year. to all of you guys.
Thanks Adam, and the same to you.
Bill
thanks for all the good info on your website.
enter me in the contest.
Hey JoJo,
Happy to enter you in the contest.
Bill
Please add me also for this race
I’m happy to add you to the contest, Rahul.
Bill
Would like to upgrade from the free AVG version.. Surely in for one… lets hope can get one.!
Thanks
Hi Zhingi,
Thank you for your entry.
Bill
Good points, I think I will definitely subscribe! I’ll go and read some more!
Wow, wouldn’t mind having this on the my update HP Laptop. Thanks for all you information you supply us. And thanks for another great contest Bill.
Hey Cappydawg – good to hear from you!
Thanks for entering the contest.
Happy New Year.
Bill
Can I join?
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I would like to Test out the new Spyware Doctor 2010, I usually go around Helping People with Computer Problems.This would be a great help to see if its as good as its previous Version
Enter me in the contest.
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thanks for the opportunity to win this software. hopefully i’ll get lucky. best regards for the new year and beyond,
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Hope to get SD & AV license …..
Thanks.
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I’ve never been lucky up to now…
Let’s hope that I will earn a License this time…
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Thank you!!!
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I run the SD starter edition but would prefer full ed so that scanning is done real time. Include me in your draw please. Thanks.
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Bill
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