Impressive and free antivirus and antispyware package
Platform : Windows 2000, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows NT, Windows XP
Type:
Manufacturer: WG-soft
Size: 1.66MB
Rating: 4
Verdict: A great antivirus and antispyware program at no cost
System Requirements:
Minimum: Pentium processor; 16MB RAM; 5MB hard disk space.
WinGuard Pro Free Edition offers a simple yet effective method of locking numerous aspects of Windows to prevent tampering.
It can be used to lock programs, folders or files and a few other predefined elements. Once locked these items are only accessible to those with the correct password.
A small icon sits in the system tray (although this can be hidden if you would prefer). The program is password protected for security.
Program locking is limited to 20 pre-selected programs that include ScanDisk, Registry Editor, Remove Programs, Outlook Express, Internet Options and Windows Media Player.
Absolutely any file or folder can be encrypted or decrypted at the click of a button.
Other items such as the Desktop, Windows Explorer and Task Manager can also be locked.
Upgrade to the Premium edition for $19.95 (see "Buy now" link at top of page) and you are given extra functionality, including the ability to lock access to any installed program and manage multiple users.
This free version also comes with a pop-up blocker.