Performance enhancements, TeaTimer feature, new threats detected...
New in v1.5.x:
Improved detection mechanisms, improved Operating System support (Windows Vista integration, restored support for Windows 95, more compatibility with Wine, support for bootable Windows CDs, etc.), improved browser support (e.g. for immunization), various other enhancements and bug fixes; Release Notes - Last Updated: 01.29.08 (v1.5.2)
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New in v1.4:
Inactive registry scanning, native multi-installation scanner, performance improvements, redesigned graphics and interface buttons, improved tools, new statistics icon, various other enhancements and bug fixes; Release Notes - Last Updated: 06.01.05 Upgrade Meter:4
New in v1.3.1TX: Fix for DSO exploit bug, various other bug fixes; Release Notes - Last Updated: 10.26.04
New in v1.3: Larger database, TeaTimer (?) feature, improved performance for scans, various bug fixes; Release Notes
Pros: Comprehensive spyware detection and removal capabilities; tracks, detects, and removes more forms of malware than competing clients, including Ad-aware; inexpensive (donationware); extensive set of features and handy tools; easy to use; dual modes for regular and advanced users
Cons: Permanent adware/spyware blocking only extends to IE, not other browsers; doesn''t scan for viruses/worms; Windows-only solution; Spybot-S&D website has limited bandwidth, rendering it inaccessible at times