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Spy Sweeper - The most award-winning anti-spyware software
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Keep Your PC Safe from Spyware
Spyware grows more sophisticated every day. There's more of it, and it's more malicious than ever before. Experts agree: Spy Sweeper delivers the most advanced spyware detection, blocking and removal available to beat dangerous spyware programs.
Browse Where You Want, When You Want
Dangerous and annoying spyware can infect your system in many different ways when you use the Internet. Spy Sweeper gives you 360 degrees of protection. Powerful new Smart Shields block known and emerging spyware threats as you browse - before they ever reach your computer and personal information. If your PC is already infected, Spy Sweeper's advanced discovery methods find and completely destroy malicious spyware that hides within your PC - even spyware that hides using rootkit technology.
Download Your Favorite Music, Pictures and Videos Without Spyware Intruders
File sharing programs and swapping music, photos or other files are notorious avenues for spyware infection. Spy Sweeper can effectively identify slight changes in new spyware threats or variants to prevent spyware threats from ever installing on your PC.
Stay Ahead of New Spyware Threats with FREE Defense Updates
To ensure you have the most advanced spyware detection available, we constantly expand Spy Sweeper's definition database. As a Spy Sweeper subscriber, we pass this powerful spyware detection arsenal on to you through regular automatic updates.
More Time Computing, Less Time Solving Computer Problems
Spyware infection can slow you down while online, or even prevent you from using your PC. Spy Sweeper quickly provides maximum protection with minimal interaction. Our completely upgraded user interface makes it easier than ever for users of all abilities to stay protected. With an easy-to-use console and customizable options, Spy Sweeper makes scanning for spyware a breeze.
Rest Easy with Continuous Customer Support
All Webroot products are backed by knowledgeable and friendly support experts who will help you through even the toughest spyware problems. Unlike many of our competitors, we offer this online and phone support absolutely FREE.
Minimum System Requirements
- Windows 2000, XP, XP Home or XP media Center
- 350 Mhz processor
- 15 MB hard drive space
- 256 MB RAM
- Supports Internet Explorer
"Spy Sweeper remains a favorite for protection from spyware."
"This program's dominance is apparent as soon as you install it."
Spy Sweeper 5.2 stops spyware in its tracks while offering home computer users the ability to configure the program to suit their specific needs, such as:
Choose a Quick, Full or Custom Sweep: With Spy Sweeper 5.2, you can easily choose to perform a quick, full or customized sweep. If you're looking for an immediate diagnosis, choose a quick sweep. For a pinpointed search, customize your sweep to have Spy Sweeper skip files by folder or file extension. For a deep cleaning, opt for a full sweep.
Exclude Files from a Sweep: Spy Sweeper allows you to save time during a sweep by skipping specific files or different sections of your PC. You can select specific file extension, such as .xls or .mpg to exclude.
Additional Highlights
As soon as it's installed, Spy Sweeper gives 360 degrees of protection against spyware, including:
Simple Sweeps: Detecting spyware and removing unwanted programs found on your computer in three effortless steps
Easy Management: Quickly and simply configure program, sweep and upgrade options
Fast Home: Use the home screen to access the most commonly used functions of Spy Sweeper
Shields Summary: A redesigned shields summary page makes it simple to see at a glance which shields are on or off
Action Alerts: Receive clear, easy-to-understand notifications when new spyware threats are detected.
