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Spy Sweeper

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Home computer users and small businesses worldwide trust Spy Sweeper to protect their PC from dangerous spyware programs. New Spy Sweeper 5.3 is the most effective version yet - filled with powerful new features designed to protect against the latest spyware threats. Smart Shields prevent the installation of the most notorious spyware programs in circulation today, including spies that use rootkit technology. The expert user experience team at Webroot refined the Spy Sweeper user interface to make it easier for users of all technical abilities - it's simple to set up for new users, and customizable for users with more technical experience. The new interface sets the new standard in ease-of-use and efficiency for anti-spyware programs.

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Features

• Effective Spyware Removal
  Spy Sweeper protects your PC from spyware by using behavioral-based identification and removal techniques. In other words, spyware writers create programs that use sophisticated techniques to avoid being found. Spy Sweeper can effectively identify slight changes or differences in new spyware programs or variants and remove them from your computer.
• Continuous Security
  Backed by Phileas, Webroot's automated spyware research system, Spy Sweeper guards against new and rapidly evolving online threats. Phileas scours the Web faster and more frequently than other widely used research techniques, and finds new spy variants, before they have a chance to find infect your home computer.
• PC Security Made Easy
  This version of Spy Sweeper features a simple user interface, the result of extensive usability design and testing conducted by our in-house expert user experience team. Spy Sweeper meets the needs of new and novice users who want protection without extensive interaction. Alternatively, Spy Sweeper advanced users continue to have the power to configure the program to suit their unique needs. Spy Sweeper still focuses on what's most important - offering users the most effective protection against spyware.
• Uninterrupted Defenses with Smart Shields
  Sixteen vigilant Smart Shields block attempted spyware installations before they happen so your system stays free from spyware's damaging effects. Receive alerts to any changes in your computer's core functions like startup, memory and Internet security settings.
• Automated Definition Download
  Spy Sweeper ensures up-to-date protection from the latest spy threats by automatically downloading the latest spyware definitions available from Webroot. These effortless updates empower Spy Sweeper to beat spyware installations as they appear - giving you the best protection available.
• Up-to-Date Information
  Webroot regularly provides essential information about spyware in Spy News - located right inside of your Spy Sweeper program. That way you can stay informed about the latest online threats.
• Compatible with Windows Vista
  While Vista does offer some security enhancements, the default malware blocking application does not adequately protect you. In a competitive analysis, Webroot blocked 100% of spyware compared to only 16% on Windows Vista. Security is a full-time job that should not be left to a part-time security company.

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Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus

Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus provides all-in-one protection from spyware and viruses. This easy to use product offers effective, integrated protection and is now compatible with Windows Vista. Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus combines award-winning antispyware technology with comprehensive anti-virus protection in one single package. Your desktop can be completely disinfected of spyware and viruses in a single click. Just set it and forget it!

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Features

• Powered by Sophos
  The Webroot anti-virus detection is powered by Sophos, known globally as a pioneer and industry leader in the fight against viruses. Spy Sweeper is the industry leader in anti-spyware protection. Together - you have the best protection possible against both spyware and viruses.
• Instant Blocking
  Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus uses Smart Shields to instantly block sophisticated threats such as changes to system memory, registry entries, host files, startup processes, browser hijackings, ActiveX installs, Browser Helper Objects and many other security settings, before they can infect your PC.
• Daily Defense Updates
  Spyware and virus programs transform frequently. Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus succeeds at detecting malicious programs using its industry-leading definition database to keep you protected against these threats. Check for updates manually or set Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus to receive these daily updates automatically - so you can set it and forget it.
• Compatible with Windows Vista
  Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus is now compatible with Windows Vista. While Vista does offer some security enhancements, the default malware blocking application does not adequately protect you. In a competitive analysis, Webroot blocked 100% of malware compared to only 16% on Windows Vista. Security is a full-time job that should not be left to a part-time security company. Rest assured you are fully protected on Vista as long as you have Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus.
• Total PC Security Made Easy
  Reap the convenience benefits of using just one program to combat the two most dangerous threats online. Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus saves you time, money and valuable PC resources.
• Integrated Home Screen
  A single integrated home screen presents detailed threat information about both spyware and viruses allowing you to make well-informed decisions about malware removal on your PC.
• More Powerful Sweep Options
  Chose from a Quick, Full or Custom Sweep:
  - Quick Sweep: a light sweep that maximizes use of your computer's processing power to sweep faster.
  - Full Sweep: a thorough system sweep that scans all files on your computer's attached drives.
  - Custom Sweep: lets you sweep based on custom settings allowing you to skip files by folder or extension.
• Superior Blocking and Detection with Flex Defs
  With flexible definitions (Flex Defs), Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus can detect, remove and block Internet viruses, spyware and worms on the fly - even if an exact definition is not available.
• Advanced Rootkit Discovery
  Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus detects and eradicates rootkits and other malicious programs that exploit Windows vulnerabilities while attempting to hide from security programs.

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