Getting stubborn adware and spyware off your PC can be frustrating. However, there are steps you can take to make the process easier and more effective. First, make sure you have an up-to-date anti-spyware scanner. Do not rely on your antivirus program to do the job. (See Top Spyware Scanners). Before running a scan, shutdown […]

Most everyone realizes that antivirus and firewalls are must-have protection. But when protection interferes with online gaming, it can be sorely tempting to disable that protection in favor of uninterrupted play. These antivirus scanners tackle the unique problems of gamers so you can play without sacrificing performance or protection. In addition to being game friendly, […]

The Bottom Line
McAfee SiteAdvisor is the virtual equivalent of the school crossing guard, helping to ensure safe navigation of the web.
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Pros

Helps protect against spyware and adware
Alerts on potentially malicious web sites
Provides safety ratings for search results
Helps filter safe web sites from not so safe web sites
Helps to identify nefarious phishing scam sites

Cons

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The Bottom Line
System Safety Monitor from System Safety adds a much needed extra layer of defense against today’s malware attacks. The behavior and rules based controls provide critical insight into the otherwise invisible workings that - left undetected - can too often allow infection to occur. Learning mode can help clean systems stay clean and […]