RSSMicrosoft Refreshes AntiSpyware Beta
By David Worthington | Published June 23, 2005, 6:43 PM
Microsoft has quietly released a refreshed build of its AntiSpyware software. Build 613 provides better documentation about unwanted software, fixes bugs that make it difficult to read alert messages and reduces the likelihood that its Winsock LSP removal mechanism will trigger unintended network disruptions.
Microsoft's AntiSpyware is based on technology the Redmond company acquired from GIANT. The acquisition is part of an ongoing effort to secure the Windows operating system in the aftermath of many high profile exploits.
Microsoft bolstered its security arsenal this week by closing the purchase of Sybari Software. Sybari is known for its enterprise messaging antivirus solutions, including Antigen, and its software will be offered to Microsoft customers.
Earlier this week invitations were sent to testers to evaluate a preliminary mock up of Windows OneCare, a comprehensive security package that keeps Windows up-to-date, runs PC maintenance tasks, scans for malware and backs up system files.
Windows AntiSpyware Build 613 is available for download from FileForum.
Finally I have found out why my network kept dropping out (limited or no connection error)! Other than that the product is good. Would also recommend their free "malware remover" if you have suffered any sort of virus attack.
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I am all for google, but google is starting to bundle it stuff with other things such as Real Networks Software and Adobe Acrobat. That is malware, let me install what I want to install and nothing else. I hate it when other unneeded products are packaged with the product I am installing. This is pretty low for google, and I would say adobe, though I am not sure about real.
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I've seen a couple of those, and you can easily NOT install the offered software. I don't consider something malware that gives me the legitimate option to not install it. I just check or uncheck the appropriate box and move on.
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A great predecessor to what hopefully will come with expectations of Windows OneCare. Have not had a problem on my pc since its installation. Runs quietly in the systray, does not take a lot of memory, and scans with minimal notification. I really like the program. I look forward to more products like this from MS.
Often, people say that MS does not offer any or limited security and I feel that this is one(of many to come) that will help keep Windows running smoothly. (although I have not been attacked to see how it performs under pressure)
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completely agree. this is a great start and hopefully the AV/OneCare program will stay at this level. my favorite part about this is that its easy to teach home users how to use it to try to keep their machine cleaner all from a single program. don't want something starting with the computer? don't want a certain IE toolbar? don't like getting your IE settings constantly changed on you? you can either run the File System and/or Registry or just use this point and click. great job Microsoft/GIANT!
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Yes, and what is it with the people that feel that toolbars are what will help them keep their computer free from adware and popups. That is like letting Bin Ladin guard the White House.
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Excellent point athome! Toolbars are an absolute joke. They cause more problems than they're alleged to prevent.
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The only one that is decent is the Google Toolbar.
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Yeah OK
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I love the toolbars that "prevent" pop-ups and spyware, but to get rid of them, you must get another spyware remover :)
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