Free PC Security Test
Did you know that according to computer security experts, 20 minutes is the average time that an unprotected computer remains clean after connecting to the internet. After that, the computer is infected with a virus or spyware or is hacked.
PC Security Test is a free program for Windows that checks your computer security against viruses, spyware and hackers.
With a few mouse clicks, users can easily control the efficiency of their protection software (anti-virus programs, spyware scanners and firewalls).
This free security test simulates virus, spyware and hacking attacks and monitors the responses of your protection software. Don't worry though, no real viruses are involved !
After the tests are complete, PC Security displays a security index and provides tips on improving PC Security.
Is your computer protected against spyware ?
The majority of PCs are protected against viruses but not against spyware.
Spyware is a new generation of malicious programs that infect numerous unprotected computers every day.
A spyware program can display advertising pop ups when you are browsing the internet, collect data on your computer and your browsing habits, add unwanted toolbars or buttons to Internet Explorer or slow down your computer
Internet Explorer: a good target
Microsoft Internet Explorer is the world's most popular web browser. It is also a major target for spyware and pop ups.
Some programs and web sites add toolbars to Internet Explorer that can be used to show unwanted web sites and advertising pop ups.
Others record and transmit your browsing habits. You can protect your computer against these kinds of threats with real-time scanning software.
To run the various tests you will need an active internet connection.
As the tests are running you may get alerts from your protection software, but there is NO danger to your PC.
The Standard Tests runs in 4 steps.
Step 1 will simulate virus, spyware and hacker attacks.
Step 2 Waits to see if your security programs react to these fictitous attacks.
Step 3 Displays the results and shows how secure your system really is as well as providing tips.
Step 4 Removes all fake infected files that were used during the tests.
You can also run email tests, Browser Security tests, Proof Mode which can show what a malicious program can do to your PC and how much of your private data is accessible.
Download PC Security Test FREE here in .zip format.
System requirements:
32 MB RAM800 x 600 display
Windows 95 / 98 / ME / 2000 / XP / Vista
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