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M B Will a Policy tab be added before this one goes live?

Mar 10 at 2:28am

SoftCollector Can it work side by side with Outpost Security Suite? It seems that the functionality is similar to what some of the modern Security Suites offer – monitoring in real time what different processes try to access and change on your computer.

Thank you!

Mar 11 at 3:59pm

Steven Avery Hi,

I have run WinPatrol with Outpost firewall and many other security software items. You can occasionally get two warnings for the same event, but I have no problem with that. I have never run into a problem.

In comparison to suites and other software, I do not think you will find any that are as comprehensive on the startup issues. Even if the suites have been enhancing their startup security, it has been a walk or trot, not a gallop.

(The only programs that I have found that are in the ballpark are Startup Organizer (competent and security helpful, but far less exhaustive from a security perspective, very nice on overall visuals) ...and Anvir Task Manager (a funny program that at times is surprisingly helpful) .. even they have not been as exhaustive on startup issues, including stuff like browser extensions, the scheduler and hidden startup points. Example: a friend was using IE today and the puppy was woofing about Active-X controls here and there.)

Some programs will give excellent protection on protecting registry entries and system files, watching .exe files, trying to prevenet .dll injection, that is not focused on startup alone.

(To be clear I am not an expert on how WinPatrol works on the registry stuff, which is the last two years ... how much is given, how much is user defined, etc. In fact, I am just looking at the 'suggestion' tab now. ...Also I think WP may not do some of the HIPS stuff of watching the size and checksum of .exe files . In other words, WP does not claim to be a full HIPS. )

Thus I see a good anti-malware with HIPS (maybe a separate anti-keylogger) and a good firewall (or a suite if you want to combine) ... as all complimentary to WinPatrol.

WinPatrol is simply needed. The startup issues are fundamental, and a great way to limit malware potential.

The only reason not to have WinPatrol would be because you feel that another startup monitor, like Anvir, is good for you and you want to avoid redundancy. This was the position of one poster here years back. I would say that WinPatrol is always appropriate.

Steven

Mar 13 at 1:25am

Jon Spain The Billp website mentions Win 7 as best but that's not shown here, could Roger add that, please (under "Buy Now")? There is also a mobile version. I hope that the ordering will be sorted out real soon, I want to buy!

Mar 13 at 1:38am

VLM I wish to chime in in support of this product. It's been the centerpiece of my own security for years, and I've been able to drop ALL security programs that depend on constant updates. Instead, I've added SpyShelter Premium, an anti-keylogger (as suggested above by Steven Avery) and Sandboxie. I never have a security problem, and my system is never burdened in any way by what to me is just security junk. I do get dual messages at times from WinPatrol and SpyShelter ... and that makes me very happy!

I agree regarding management of startup processes, best manager I've seen ... for startup, delayed startup (GREAT feature), Windows services, scheduled tasks (Windows Task Scheduler), and more.

I recently picked up StartEd from OuterTech during the Linkman/Cacheman sale, but I haven't used it yet. Perhaps someone else can comment on that one ... the developer certainly is excellent.

One more thing about WinPatrol. Bill, the author, provides excellent and prompt support, always and over years of experience. But honestly, I've used his support more for sales and upgrade questions than for any product problems, as the product just works flawlessly, in my experience.

I think my only enhancement request of any consequence is for an auto update feature/setting. I sometimes forget to update manually. But it has never mattered, because of the way in which WinPatrol is designed and works.

Mar 13 at 6:20am

Roger Thomasson Hi folks, sorry for the trouble! The deal is now officially available :)

-roger

BitsDuJour Admin - Mar 13 at 7:22am

Bill Pytlovany Thanks Roger. Apologizes to Bits du Jour friends. The problem today was my fault and not Bits.

WinPatrol works and plays well with other programs. Even though some security programs warn against running programs like WinPatrol no reports of problems have been reported.

While there may be some redundancy in features WinPatrol works different than traditional security programs and won't conflict or slow you down.

We haven't had a 50% sale on WinPatrol PLUS or WinPatrol PLUS Family in a long time so be sure to tell your friends on Facebook and Twitter.

Bill

Mar 13 at 7:32am

VLM Hi Bill,

What does the Family Pack cover?

Mar 13 at 9:21am

S B Yes,

1) the web site*does* say it supports Win 7 x64 very well, and the first purchase page specifically says "Supports - Windows 7 including x64 systems"

2) the web site says "One Time fee includes for ALL future WinPatrol versions", "No Hidden or Reoccurring Subscription Fees."

3) the web site also says "Single License valid on all your personal desktops and laptops"

4) for the *Family Pack* "Unlimited use by Immediate Family
Unlimited Computers "

Mar 13 at 10:04am

SoftCollector Dear All,

I have been trying the software for several days now. Here are some of my conclusions:

1. I like the look and feel of the software, although I do find the tabbed interface to be a little crowded.
2. The registry monitoring function is very similar to what Outpost Security Suite Pro offers and there will be overlapping of messages if both are switched on. That said, I find this functionality to be a little overwhelming for the average user, even if only activated in the Outpost product. I have been using OSS Pro for several years now and I have to read and respond to some 15-30 warning messages per day of which just once in several months there has been a real threat. It is an overkill, unless you are a computer security analyst or hacker.
3. I do find the delayed start option of WinPatrol to be useful and acting as advertised. I have several StartUp managers installed: Outertech's StartEd Pro and Metaproducts' Startup Organizer. As far as analyzing and alerting the startup programs both do the same as WinPatrol, but the latter has been very successful in delaying the start of some programs on my computer (Startup Organizer has proven not so effective there).
4. I have to disagree that WinPatrol can be used instead of antivirus or firewall products by itself. Unless you are a computer expert and believe that trojans and other malware behave in a way that is totally clear to you, I would not say that giving up malware scanners like Avira, Outpost or Kaspersky is the way to go.
5. The price offered here is great, the free upgrades are a sweet deal, and I believe that WinPatrol PLUS would be a good addition for anyone who is interested in security and dislikes the 'user is dumb' approach of some of the security suites on the market.
6. That said, I still believe that the best option, securitywise is to buy a complete suite, containing a real time anti-malware scanner and a good firewall with HIPS functionality. Buying all those products separately from different vendors does not offer the best compatibility and all round performance.

Kind Regards,
SC

Mar 13 at 11:12am

Steven Avery Hi,

SC, nobody takes the position of using WinPatrol "by itself". One poster above relies heavily on Sandboxie and WinPatrol, but that is a very different approach, leaning on Sandboxie. (Most use, at the minimum a firewall and anti-virus .. with some malware scan..with WP.)

The security debate between "suite" and "layered" is ongoing. Remember a suite essentially has a single point of failure, and the malware guys understand that . I prefer layered, with overlap. Plus I learn more by seeing what one ruffs and another meows. It is an eggs in basket concern.

Yes, the tabbed inferface of WP is not super-elegant, almost quaint in the dated look ... but it is quite functional. I wonder if Bill ever considers adding a mode like Startup Organizer, (and used by other programs). Dunno if SO was the original with that explorer design for registry places, but it is nice.

Thanks for the input on the delay function.

And I do not think the Registry function of WP will get used much unless it is automated more. Even the script referenced on the WP site, does it have to be placed in one by one ? Presumably Outpost is very aggressive in what it puts in automatically, based on your mentioning the "daily no problem messages". Am I missing an automated feature here ? The problem is that you want a combo of auto entries based on your OS and specialized entries based on your installs. I'm gonna check what I have now.

Remember too, that you are really giving a lot of focus on one element of overlap. My conjecture is that you will find startup related places where WP is significantly stronger than the Outpost suite, but not the HIPS-registry component.

All your points are interesting.

Steven

Mar 13 at 1:55pm

VLM Hi, just want to add my 2 cents to this conversation.

On my machine:
- Windows Defender is turned on (FWIW).
- WinPatrol provides excellent defense via monitoring, IMO.
- Sandboxie provides excellent defense via isolation, IMO.
- SpyShelter Premium provides excellent defense, particularly in specialized areas such as keylogging.

And alertness (proper rest etc.) and common sense provide excellent defense, too! :):)

I realize that there are divergent views on this topic of system protection. From my perspective, all programs that rely upon constant updating of some blacklist are inadequate. Why? Because they are ALWAYS behind the curve, it cannot be otherwise. I much prefer an approach that watches for changes, applies a few heuristics, and doesn't overly complicate things.

Remember what Mr. Scott said of the Excelsior, when he, Capn. Kirk, Spock, & Co were about to disable it: the bigger the plumbing, the easier it is to plug it up.

Works for me!

Mar 13 at 3:51pm

Bill Pytlovany Thank you to everyone who took advantage of this great offer with BitDuJour.

One comment I want to make about what many refer to our classic interface which uses standard Windows tabs and buttons. There are three reasons I've chosen to keep this vanilla look even though I've been tempted to include a slick graphic look and feel.

Just an FYI...

1) The main reason is compatibility with screen readers. Many WinPatrol fans are legally blind and by using standard controls WinPatrol can be used with tools used by disabled users. Most of you probably don't realize you can even go into the Sounds control panel applet and assign a custom sound for the type of alert. You can have one sound for a new Startup Program alert and another for a change to a File Type.

2) Not a biggie but by not using graphics is one of the reasons WinPatrol has such a small footprint. I like keeping WinPatrol.exe's as small as possible.

3) Using standard controls also allows me to support non-English users with a single version. I can't afford to hire translation firms so with the help of volunteers we can create language packs at no cost. Alternate languages can be applied to WinPatrol easier because I use boring standard tabs and buttons instead of graphics.

Thanks again,
Bill

Mar 15 at 9:04am

VLM Bill, I am SO glad you shared all this ... and I wish others would do the same. Form follows function, that's one of the central principles of design ... of anything! :)

Mar 15 at 9:58am

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