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Best Free Browser Protection Utility [1]

Introduction

There's a scumware plague at the moment. All it takes is a visit to one malware site or a "loaded" shareware install, and next minute your Internet Browser homepage has been changed, your default search setting altered, unwanted ads pop up on your screen, rogue software are nagging you to pay, your passwords have been stolen, and worse.

Traditional antivirus software and antispyware software are being overwhelmed by the rapidly increasing amount of virus, spyware and other malware. That's why a different approach to combating these threats is necessary. Instead of technologies that are reacting to malware, we need proactive technology to protect our computers. These browser protection utilities can greatly increase your defenses against drive-by downloads and vulnerabilities.

I took a look at several applications that are vital in the fight against unwelcome and harmful intruders.

Rated Products

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Sandboxie [4] [5]

Uses isolation technology to prevent unwanted changes to your personal data and programs

Our Rating:

Gizmo's Freeware editor award for the best product in its class!

License: Free (Ads)

Excellent security.

Virtual environment is inconvenient, keyloggers could potentially steal data before browser is closed, nag screen.

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Returnil System Safe Free [9] [10]

Clones your system and creates an isolated environment for your computer

Our Rating:

License: Free (Private/Educational use)

System-wide security.

Virtual environment is highly inconvenient, keyloggers could potentially steal data before computer is rebooted.

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This software review is copy-edited by Glyn Burgess [30]. Please help edit and improve this article by clicking here [31].

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