Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware Free 1.51

 

Pros

• Fast installation if not delayed by malware infections.

• Speedy malware scans.

• Cleans thoroughly any malware traces.

 

Cons

• Less efficient when identifying rootkit.

• Leaves traces of rootkits after cleaning.

 

Protection Score

It scored 100% for cleaning and detecting malware, however; it was only able to detect and clean 57% of the total rootkits in the system.

How to Install

Installation of this software is fast. It can be done in 5-14 minutes while others can be finished in 26 minutes the earliest. Its swift installation process concurrently downloads the program to your computer and the installer updates the detection engine once it starts running.

 

How to Use

Although the interface is not as user-friendly as compared to other malware programs, it is still usable. You will then be led to the Scanner tab upon opening. There are 8 tabs with few options per tab to keep in neat looking.

The tabs let you access the following: updater, quarantine, scans logs, , program settings , the ignore list and the FileAssassin tool that deletes locked files. To guide you on any pertinent information on the progam, you need to check the about tab. The protection is where you can access the real-time feature. The protection tab is just a click away when you want to upgrade the trial that has been free for 14 days.

 

The interface of this anti-malware software has a lot of tabs that are great for users. However, it is difficult to maneuver and can confuse especially to those who have just used this program. Although, its main purpose is to scan, detect any malware threats in an easy one-click procedure, users would like to see simpler and cleaner interface that are less confusing.

 

Features

• It has an added skill to scan within archived folders.

• By default, any harmful threats that are identified are immediately quarantined.

• Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware can now be seen on Windows 8 on the Start screen notifications.

• Filesystem protection prompt was added an option to allow threat to temporarily run.

• An Ignore list was also added to the Filesystem protection prompt.

• It works together with other anti-malware programs.

• It has a contect menu intergrated to scan files on-demand.

• Chameleon Technology allows the program to install any infected computer even if malware has already obstructed the other detections tools.

• FileAssassin removes any files even if these files have been locked.

 

Help and Support

There are 3 ways to contact their customer support. Join their forum, click on the contact us button and checking out FAQs. Their forums are a good venue to ask about the product, get advice on how to resolve an issue or other general questions. The management team usually adds any topics of interest so users can be updated. FAQs have the answers to the most frequently asked questions that the customers have inquired. While the contact us button is where you input the necessary information before the customer support can address any concerns within 1 business day.

Though it has amazing lab test results when it comes to detecting and cleaning malware the lack of up-to-dates or newer versions of the product has not hindered its performance from being on the top of the malware-killing software. 

The product shows an excellent performance in blocking malware and in the antiphishing tests. The parental control system is browser independent and it allows weekly scheduling of internet access. Because it is fully automated, installation and updating is never a hassle. Unlike other software where you have to maintain and update regularly, SecureITPlus(2013) updates on its own. It is also the only product that offers service guarantee. Problems arising from the internet while the product is in use will be repaired by the technical support at no extra charge.

 

Cons

Although the malware cleanup has improved compared with the earlier versions, it is still not as good as the other products out in the market. The parental control has also its own pitfalls that require more polishing. The firewall has minimal control and it can easily be disabled by malware. The PC Tuneup feature is only similar to the disk defragmentation.  The system does not also install in the Safe Mode. Overall, the features are commonly available with other products and most of them are not of the best quality.

 

How to Install

SecureIT Plus 2013 is compatible with Windows Vista, Windows XP and Windows 7. Once you decide to purchase the product, a customer service representative will send you an email with the downloadable product plus a security code for the installation. Proceed with the process manually or you may contact the support group and a technician will do the installation for you.

 

Updating

The internet security software updates automatically so that you will not have to worry about keeping up with the increasing number of threats in the web. The product updates itself and it does all the work for you.

 

Technical Support

The technical support team is available 24/7 via phone, chat and email. The professionals are very efficient in resolving your security issues. If you want to share your experience with the product, a support forum is also available. The website is also flooded with FAQ’s and a user guide for your quick reference. 

 

Features

• Hardware-based program that eliminates virus and will not be deleted by any antivirus software.

• It has a separate system that works before Windows can even boot and virus can start harming your system.

• You no need to install this software and it will not clash with any antivirus currently installed in your system and it will not even slow down your computer.

•  Kaspersky Lab, Sophos, and GFI's VIPRE worked together to get maximum protection you need.

• It has one year warranty from the date when it is first used.

• You need not worry when it comes to updates as has an automatic update stored on the device.

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Help and Support

Since it is created with the help of the 3 antivirus companies, the support of each company can address any concerns that you might encounter. They have forums that can offer you advice to resolve any issues you might encounter.

This Linux-based antivirus product is the best protection as it does not hinder you from installing any antivirus program, easy to boot Windows and rescues you from threats.