The search for a good anti-spyware program seems never-ending. More advanced spyware is created every day, and some threats are so subtle that it takes a really impressive program to be able to hunt them out. Is Spyware Doctor up to the challenge?
At first glance, it would seem so. Spyware Doctor is a simple-to-use and efficient program that scans quickly and smoothly and turns up a lot of nasty little surprises that other security tools might miss. The Spyware Doctor scan itself is fast, and plenty of detail is provided about the threats it finds. Given how speedy and subtle it is, there would be no problem running it on start-up to ensure everyday protection. It also seems to co-exist peacefully with other security programs already installed.
Spyware Doctor also hides a few features beyond scanning. The Intelliguard feature is included, although it is limited in the trial version. This tool provides real-time protection against a variety of threats and includes Start-up guard, to prevent malicious programs adding themselves to start-up, and Network Guard, to prevent changes to your network settings. Spyware Doctor also has a comprehensive configuration area where you can tweak the usual suspects such as scan schedule and update options.
There is no doubt that when we tested Spyware Doctor, it found a large number of threats in record time. It was easy to use, and worked smoothly and quietly. The only problem? The trial version only finds your problems; it doesn't actually get rid of them. Since getting rid of these threats is a major part of the program's functions, not showing us if it works or not seems like a major fail. Spyware Doctor may work wonders, but users of the trial version will never know if it's worth the expense.
Spyware Doctor - a seemingly smart program let down by an inadequate trial version.
