Oh...now this is all getting too confusing.
Posted on 01/06/2005 7:43:54 PM PST by Next_Time_NJ
Microsoft releases its Beta 1 version of its new Anti-Spyware software. It blocks over 50 ways for spyware to enter your computer. I have downloaded it and checked it out. It’s very upfront and to the point. I have some REALLY nasty test programs and it stops everything I can find in its tracks.
One of the very cool parts of this software is that it will kill spyware that is currently memory resident. Most spyware software will require a reboot and then rescan at system start up.
Firefox/Mozilla had an issue downloading it, so just use IE for the install. You don’t need IE to take advantage of the program once it's installed; it’s in your tray.
When trying to download the software it will check for a pirated copy of windows. If you are "unsure" if your version of windows is legit - STAY AWAY from loading the active X mod that it will install.
Other then that, it’s a nice piece of software.
I can point you in the direction of a website that would install software on your computer when your using firefox, without you knowing.
I love beta software :) -- I back my system up weekly.. something goes bad.. im good.
Hotmail isnt.. you can use it on Firefox.. i do.
We'll just have to disagree on that. It doesn't matter to me, as it won't run on Win 9x boxes anyway, and that't what I use for the internet.
I don't know why anyone would continue to us IE. It's a huge magnet for spyware.
There is a very big flaw in Firefox that i have posted in there forum. Remember, when you draw a lot of attention to yourself (like mozilla did in the last year with there 10,000,000 downloads) people will try to punch holes your software just to be a d*ck and prove a point.
I'd be one of those FReepers who would download MS Anti-Spyware and never be heard from again (I know, who cares?).
I have a perfectly legit copy of Windows XP, but from my personal experiences with Microsoft products, that wouldn't make a bit of difference.
bump for later perusal.
Spyware is not only browser based. Obviously.. you can get it when its attached to software that you install.
Actually when one thinks about it, the real trojan horse is, charging the users of this product down the road in the future. It's free now, but nothing is free for life.
Exactly. If your just a casual home computer user with one computer, stay away from beta releases. Anything goes wrong, the computer owner is responsible for damages or loss of data.
Like others have said, I run netscape and mozilla with no trouble. I have spyblaster running, use spybot and ad-aware, plus zone alarm and norton. I never have anything on my computer. If I use IE, I can get junk within minutes. I understand about downloading programs, but I'd rather do it from a browser other than IE.
Oh...now this is all getting too confusing.
Every software tester has the heart of a code writer.
In a jar on his desk.
Alternate direct download site and avoid all the Microsoft install stuff.
http://www.softwarepatch.com/security/microsoftantispyware.html
I'll take you on those offers.
1. Post the place which will plant something via firefox. I'm calling you on this one partially because I know that M$ tends to brainwash their people, and partially because I'd like to see for myself if its true.
2. "Very big flaw"? I read all the IT stuff, from /. to Sharktank. I must confess that I haven't heard of it. I know that there was one last July that was quickly patched; ironically, that was during the M$ Partner Conference, and it was mentioned in every sales session! Again, I'm calling you on this one because I'm not sure if you just have drunk too much M$ koolaid, or if its really true.
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