Symantec PC Tools Spyware Doctor 2010, 1 User 3 pc Antivirus security English 1 license(s)

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2013-09-04 09:23:05

Average rating:74

Uk has collected 12 expert reviews for Symantec PC Tools Spyware Doctor 2010, 1 User 3 pc Antivirus security English 1 license(s) and the average expert rating is 74 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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pocket-lint.com

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2013-09-04 09:23:04

Average rating:60

PC Tools has its work cut out with Spyware Doctor and Antivirus these days, and with a range of low-priced rival suites available it’s left to those who are happy with the Windows firewall or have a dedicated alternative handy to consider a purchase...

Effective protection against a range of new threats, intuitive new state awareness modes, easy to use...
Few significant improvements over previous versions, overly basic, very expensive for what it is...
Despite being effective enough at protecting against and eliminating threats, Spyware Doctor is far too expensive to compete in the current market...

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itreviews.com

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2013-09-04 09:23:04

Average rating:0

Combining a good scanning engine with decent real-time protection, Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus is a competent security suite for home users. We also like the way novices can simply let it get on with the scanning, while advanced users are able to ta...

expertreviews.co.uk

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2013-09-04 09:23:04

Average rating:80

PC Tools' SpywareDoctor with AntiVirus 2010 is a simple but powerful program with components for behavioural analysis, browser protection and POP3 email scanning. This feature set is more basic than many free anti-malware programs. The ThreatFire behav...

PC Tools provides simple and effective protection against malware, but it's expensive compared to more feature-packed rivals...

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v3.co.uk

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2013-09-04 09:23:04

Average rating:80

Founded in 2003, PC Tools is best known for its Spyware Doctor utility.In recent years, the company has attempted to build on its success with the spyware-killing product by combining it with anti-virus capabilities, and Spyware Doctor with Antivirus 2...

Protection from a variety of threats; real-time scanning; clear interface; fast Intelli-scan option...
No built-in firewall; full scans can be slow...
Easy to use and offers comprehensive protection from a wide range of online threats Good points Protection from a variety of threats; real-time scanning; clear interface; fast Intelli-scan option Bad points No built-in firewall; full scans can be slow...

computeractive.co.uk

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2013-09-04 09:23:04

Average rating:80

Founded in 2003, PC Tools is best known for its Spyware Doctor utility.In recent years, the company has attempted to build on its success with the spyware-killing product by combining it with anti-virus capabilities, and Spyware Doctor with Antivirus 2...

Protection from a variety of threats; realtime scanning; clear interface; fast Intelliscan option...
No builtin firewall; full scans can be slow...
Easy to use and offers comprehensive protection from a wide range of online threats...

goodgearguide.com.au

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2013-09-04 09:23:04

Average rating:70

Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus 2010 (SDAV) blends PC Tools' previous well-known anti-spyware tool PC Tools Spyware Doctor with the anti-virus capabilities of a PC Tools AntiVirus engine.Most of the improvements to the new release of Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus 2010 are fairly subtle. For example, it is now designed to monitor PC usage and adjusts its processor overhead accordingly. It's also said to offer better protection against web-borne attacks, such as silent drive-by downloads.The mai...

Comprehensive range of anti-malware tools, can install in Safe Mode...
AV credentials unknown at present...
This is a worthwhile upgrade to the previous version of Spyware Doctor, with more options and even better capabilities. The new features of Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus 2010, while not earth-shaking, are welcome. Its AV credentials are unknown at pre...

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pcadvisor.co.uk

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2013-09-04 09:23:04

Average rating:70

Spyware Doctor is available with PC Tools AntiVirus in this updated security package. Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus 2010 (SDAV) blends PC Tools' previous well-known anti-spyware tool PC Tools Spyware Doctor with the anti-virus capabilities of the pa...

A worthwhile upgrade to the previous version of Spyware Doctor, with more options and even better capabilities. The new features of Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus 2010, while not earth-shaking, are welcome. It’s AV credentials may be subpar, but it&r...

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geardiary.com

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2013-09-04 09:23:04

Average rating:0

I used a mac exclusively for many years, until I picked up my Toshiba netbook last summer. It was my first experience using a non-work issued PC since college, and while I knew to install a few free anti-virus and spyware utilities, I didn’t spend...

Easy to understand user interface -Communicates nature of threats clearly with a sliding threat scale and explanations. -Many layers of protection.
Scans made my computer run very hot. Share...

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notebookreview.com

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2013-09-04 09:23:04

Average rating:70

is as advertised -- an antivirus/antispyware suite for home users designed for standard protection and ease of use. What does it offer (or lack) that more well-known security apps don't? We break it down in this review.Product Overview PCTools Spy...

PCTools Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus is a middle-of-the-road antivirus and antispyware protection suite for home users. Its most attractive feature is the user-friendly interface and general ease of use -- we found the plain English explanations very useful. PCTools' $39.99 MSRP is an expected price for basic protection. The software was not as proactive as some competitors and the performance...

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brighthub.com

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2013-09-04 09:23:04

Average rating:60

PC Tools Spyware Doctor with Antivirus 2010 uses a multi-layer approach to safeguard malware entry points of your computer. Spyware Doctor with Antivirus protects your files from viruses and other forms of malware as well as your your identity when br...

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pcmag.com

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2013-09-04 09:23:04

Average rating:90

A couple of years ago, PC Tools, maker of the excellent Spyware Doctor security software, acquired a behavior-based security product called CyberHawk and re-released it as ThreatFire, a free companion product for traditional anti-malware protection...

Actively cleans malware found during installation. Can install or scan in Safe Mode. Top scorer in malware-removal and malware-blocking tests. Now includes ThreatFire behavior-based technology. Power-saving mode. Game mode.
Full scan takes longer than some. May report valid files as suspicious.
Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus 2010 adds numerous new "guards" against malware and promises enhanced malware detection and cleanup—and delivers. This product, our new Editors? Choice, broke records in my malware-removal and malware-blocking tests...

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