[sotd] Security Software: Uninstallers - Service of the Month [April 30, 2014]
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- Date: Wed, 30 Apr 2014 06:27:57 -0700
Site of the Day for April 30, 2014
Security Software: Uninstallers - Service of the Month
April's service of the month from utility software maker SingularLabs provides
a one stop resource for antivirus application removal tools for both Macintosh
and the Windows platforms.
With the termination of support for Windows XP, still a viable OS for more than
25% of computers, and the consequent vexatious notifications for those using
Microsoft's Security Essentials in combination with XP, many users have sought
less irritating malware protection. Switching from one antivirus program to
another, however, is not like changing text editors or video players. Having
two AV applications on the same computer generally provokes deleterious effects.
By its very nature, AV software can be extremely difficult to remove, a
precaution designed to thwart hostile incursions. Finding a new AV program can
be a process of trial and error, adding and removing applications to find one
that suits the special characteristics of an individual computer. Most AV
makers provide specialized tools to assist in the removal of their programs.
This can necessitate a great deal of digging and experimentation before a new
AV application is satisfactorily determined.
SingularLabs has delivered a significant contribution to making this process as
easy as possible. On a single page, they have listed and linked information and
download locations for the removal of more than 35 AV programs, from the widely
known such as McAfee and Norton, to the less well known Panda and F-Protect.
Compiled in alphabetical order and with up-to-date links to AV companies, the
site can save the ordinary consumer time and effort in the task of removing and
installing satisfactory AV software.
In addition to those with older, comfortable systems auditioning alternative AV
programs, those with brand new ones bulging with bloatware will also find this
a useful service. Among those unwanted applications can invariably be found AV
programs, making this resource a handy location for links to a host of AV
software removal tools for those with shiny new computers.
Stride to the site to make note of this convenient reference at:
http://singularlabs.com/uninstallers/security-software/
A.M. Holm
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