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Changes from v12.2.2007.0 to v14.0.2007.0
- Enhanced Keylogger Detection The use of keyloggers for illegal purposes has exploded. A Schenectady man was recently jailed for up to three years for felony eavesdropping after putting a keylogger on his wife's computer. I've heard too many stories of abuse made possible due to keyloggers so it's time for it to stop. While WinPatrol PLUS had always detected keyloggers we've enhanced this feature and it's now available to free users so everyone is protected.
- Interactive PLUS code Activation Unfortunately the number of users depending on illegal PLUS codes has become a problem. While honored by the worldwide popularity of WinPatrol this could slow down access to PLUS information by our paid supporters. Our new version will do more to screen out invalid codes. In a few cases, users may find their valid codes are no longer working correctly. Those affected can write to support @ WinPatrol.com and we'll make sure they receive the correct code.
- Optimized Detection of New Services As more and more programs move to the Windows Service model it become apparent that this may be a popular avenue of attack in the future. The routine used to monitor and detect new Window Services has been optimized to make this process transparent.
- Decrease CPU Usage and Conflicts Conflicts with some other registry intense programs may have resulted in abnormally high CPU usage on past versions. WinPatrol 14 includes some intelligent routines to allow complete protection without fighting over resources with other security suites and system level programs.
- Default -expressboot option WinPatrol now includes a -expressboot option which will be used when machines boot up for the first time. This new feature optimizes boot time and allows other applications to maximize their initialization routines.
- Regular Registry Cleanup Some registry cleaners have complained that we don't clean up some data stored in the registry quickly enough. This version will remove information that is no longer needed and "First Detected" information on a regular basic when the file no longer exists.
- Multiple copies of WinPatrol in startup Occasionally, users have written to let us know they have multiple copies of Scotty in the list of Startup programs. This version can correct any errors by checking the "Automatically run WinPatrol" box under the Options tab.
- Thank you for your support!
Changes from v12.1.2007.5 to v12.2.2007.0
- Detect changes are made to your Automatic Update settings.
- The main reason for the feature is still to fight changes by malicious programs but it will also let you know if anyone like Microsoft makes changes without your knowledge.
- Detect changes to your default browser prefix
- If you don’t include http:// when you type in an address, Windows automatically adds it. If a malware program includes their address in this location, you'll always go to their site, not matter what you type in.
- Properly detect registry settings which don't meet Windows guidelines.
- Online PLUS activation added to support affiliate partnerships
Changes from v10.0.2007 to v12.0.2007
- What's New
- New Scotty Icon - You'll see a brand new icon in your taskbar. Many users are using the default dark theme in Vista and have suggested a new icon so they can see Scotty and feel more secure.
- Two New Report Options - Folks have been asking for more information especially for helping their friends and family fix problems. Our new version includes two new output formats designed to help diagnose any problem.
- HijackPatrol Log - The new HijackPatrol Log button on the options screen will create and display a style of output familiar to many online helpers. HiJackPatrol.logs aren't exact duplicates of the popular HijackThis log or meant to replace them but the format should be familiar. HijackPatrol logs will also contain additional information which is routinely monitored by WinPatrol.
- SpreadSheet Log - Important details will be output in a CSV(Comma Separated Value) format popular with spreadsheets and many database programs. WinPatrol users will be able to sort all their system data in any format they want.
- Easy Access to PLUS Info - Program properties and PLUS Info have been combined into a single page of information from our extensive online library. Instead of multiple steps, you can now just double click on any filename to access the new improved PLUS format. Free WinPatrol users will also see improved information to help them decide if a program is worthy.
- PLUS Requests updated for future expansion - This change also allows us to expand our PLUS Info response and provide more specific and helpful information based on more than just a filename. You'll see some additions immediately when using WinPatrol 2007 version 12.
- Bugs Fixed Yea, I found one or two
- Fix size bug in autodetection of Explorer/Run/Policy autostart entry
- Auto correct screen position errors on multiple monitor systems when registry has been corrupted.
- Local flag sent for any country code and not just ones currently supported
- Secret Startup location checkbox now available immediately after entering PLUS name/code.
- Found solution to why Scotty's bark was silent in Vista.
- Fixed bug reading large HOST, WinPatrol History and Netscape Cookie files
- Thank you for your support!
Changes from v11.3.2007 to v10.0.2007
- New Scotty Icon
- Two New Report Options
- HijackPatrol Log
- SpreadSheet Log
- Easy Access to PLUS Info
- PLUS Requests updated for future expansion
- Bugs Fixed
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