Index.dat Analyzer (868 KB) is a tool to view, examine and delete the content of index.dat files which are files that contain all tracks of your online activity. Freeware for Windows XP/ NT4.x/ 2000/ 2003.

Hotspot Shield (1.7 M) allows you to maintain your anonymity and protect your privacy when accessing free wi-fi hotspots. Freeware for Windows XP/ 2000.

Storm (1.1 MB) is a unique program that allows you to hide files and folders in regular .jpeg picture files. Information can be encrypted and hidden inside a .jpeg file without affecting the image's appearance, quality or dimensions. Freeware for Windows 98/ ME/ NT/ 2K/ XP.

a-squared Anti-Malware (4.3 MB) is a malware scanner and remover which specializes in detecting and removing trojans, dialers worms and spyware. For Windows 98/ ME/ 2000/ XP/ 2003. Unrestricted 30 day trial.

Tiny Shredder (66 KB) overwrites deleted files several times with junk data, completely erasing files from your HD without the possibility of software or hardware recovery. Freeware for all Windows versions.

1-2-3 SpywareFree (1.8 MB) provides real-time protection against spyware and adware, notifying you when spyware attempts to run in-memory or install on your PC. Freeware for Windows 9x/ ME/ NT/ 2Kx/ XP.

SpyDefense Beta (5.8 MB) protects your computer against spyware, adware, trojans, etc. User friendly interface providing a complete anti-spyware package for users of all skill levels. Freeware for Windows NT4/ 2000/ XP.

AS3 Personal Firewall (399 KB) is a device designed to prevent outsiders from accessing your network. Serves as the single entry point to your network and evaluates all TCP connections requests as they are received comparing them against user-defined rules. Freeware for Windows 98/ Me/ NT/ 2000/ XP.

Prisma Firewall (1.7 MB) is a professional firewall solution that protects your computer against intruders. It constantly adapts it's behavior based on network analysis to build the best defence. Freeeware for Windows 2000/ XP/ 2003.

Advanced StartUp Supervisor (939 KB) is a powerful utility for managing start-up applications and for removing spyware and viruses. Freeware for all Windows versions.

Computer Inspector (6.0 MB) analyzes and warns you about 3rd-party software installed on your computer. It shows what's running with full details and highlights any suspicious process. Helpful in identifying unwanted browser hijackers, toolbars, buttons, and context menus. Provides full details of all IE-related data, which can be vulnerable to attack from malicious applications. Freeware version for Windows 9x/ Me/ NT/ 2000/ XP/ 2003.

eScan Anti Virus Toolkit (4.6 MB) is a free utility that scans your computer for virus infections and cleans the registry and other system areas of damage that a virus might have done. The program also looks for running processes in memory, illegal dialers running in memory and sniffers or tools running in memory. Updated once-a-week. Freeware version for Windows.

WinPatrol (790 KB) sniffs out worms, adware, spyware, cookies, trojan horses and other virus types. Puts you back in control of your computer with no need for constant updates. Freeware for Windows 9x/ Me/ NT/ 2000/ XP.

GoldTach (1.1 MB) is a mini-sized personal firewall that protects your computer against hacker intrusions. It has basic firewall, process communication control, E-mail protection and log management. Fr'ee software for Windows 2000/ XP.

Acerose Password Vault (1.0 MB) provides an easy way to organize and keep all your passwords safe and secure. Password records are viewed as a table where every column can be hidden, shown, sorted, sized, or re-ordered. Automatic multi-version backup of vault files to any local or network drive adds another layer of protection against the loss of passwords. Fr-e-eware. For Windows 9x/ NT/ 2000/ Me/ XP.

OmniVPN (11 MB) provides an integrated VPN and firewall solution for business and home users. It provides network security, remote access to computers at home, and enables network sharing. The software does not require users to rewire networks. Shareware. Windows 2000/ NT/ XP.

Password Depot (2.6 MB) is a password generator for creating uncrackable passwords. Passwords can be saved in a single password list from which they can inserted into a password box with a mouse click or by dragging & dropping. The free version has a limit of 20 passwords. For Windows 9x/ Me/ NT4/ 2000/ XP.

Asterisk Key (274 KB) is a utility that reveals passwords hidden under asterisks. Works both with password dialog boxes and web page login forms. Just press a button while the dialog box or web page is open and Asterisk Key detects and reveals all masked passwords. For Windows 98/ ME/ 2000/ XP.

VCatch (889 KB) is a new and Free virus protection program that checks all the files sent or downloaded to your computer via Email, Web-Mail, Instant Messaging and File Sharing Apps. In the event that vCatch detects a virus, the software deletes the file and notifies you. VCatch also automatically updates its virus definitions list in your computer once a day. For Win 95/98/2000 & NT.

For basic, "no frills" firewall protection, ZoneAlarm® (2.8 MB) is the way to go for home PC users and its Free. For additional features like hacker tracking, cookie control, ad blocking, spyware scanning and more, try ZoneAlarm Pro 3.0 ($49.95). Both versions support Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP.

AVG Anti-Virus (5.2 MB) is an excellent free virus scanner, providing many features that you would only expect to get in a commercial application. It offers an easy-to-use interface, an automatic update feature, free virus database updates, an email scanner, resident protection, automatic healing of infected files and more. Free upon questionnaire completion.

AntiVir Personal Edition (3.9 MB) is effective protection against computer viruses for the individual and private use on a single PC-workstation. Detects and removes more than 50,000 viruses, has a resident Virus Guard that monitors file movements automatically, scans for macro viruses & repairs file damage, auto-update & more. Freeware. For Win 95/98/Me/NT/ 2000/XP.

SoftPerfect Personal Firewall (960 KB) is a network firewall designed to protect your PC against attacks from the Internet or via a local area network. Offers customizable security using user-defined rules for packet filtering. Other features include password protection, logging and more. Freeware for Windows 95/ 98/ ME/ XP/ NT4.x/ 2000/ 2003.

Agnitum Outpost Free (2.78 MB) is a personal firewall to protect your computer from threats by email viruses, backdoors, spyware, crackers, adware, cookies, ads, and more. Supports all the latest security techniques and features such as Full Stealth Mode, Anti-Leak, and MD5 Authentication. Freeware. For Windows 95/ 98/ ME/ NT/ 2000/ XP.

Cyberhawk (6.8 MB) is a complement to current antivirus solutions. It protects against both known and zero-day viruses, worms, trojans, buffer overflows, rootkits and some spyware. No configuration required. Freeware for personal use. Windows XP/ 2000/ 2003.

Avira AntiVir Removal Tool (365 KB) is an anti-virus tool designed to remove and repair the damage done by 5 major worm viruses. It can also remove related non-viral files and registry entries. Freeware for Windows 98/ ME/ NT/ 2000/ XP/ 2003.

Multi Virus Cleaner (871 KB) is a stand-alone utility used to detect and remove major viruses. Regularly updated and can detect over 2,100 common viruses, worms, trojans and dialers. Freeware for Windows 9x/ NT/ 2000/ Me/ XP.

myWIFIzone (974 KB) prevents freeloaders from using your WIFI network. If an outsider attempts to use your connection, he will be shown an "Access Not Available" screen and you are notified from the system tray. You can also maintain a list of allowed IP and MAC addresses. Supports WEP and WPA. Freeware for Windows 2000/ XP.

Windows Defender Beta 2 (6.4 MB) from Microsoft detects and removes adware and spyware from your computer. Features real-time protection and a variety of security agents. Freeware for all licensed Windows 2000/ 2003/ XP users.

Scarabay (836 KB) is an easy-to-use password manager that stores logins in an encrypted database. It offers a drag and drop approach to entering usernames and passwords and includes a built-in password generator. Supports multiple users and has a backup feature that can copy all data and settings to a folder or USB drive). Freeware for Windows 98/ Me/ 2000/ XP.

Spyware & Adware Removal (705 KB) recognizes and removes spyware and adware BHOs that cause pop-up ads. The program protects your home page setting from being hijacked by Web sites and spyware which can modify your default start page. Freeware for Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP.

Malware Destroyer (6.8 MB) is a unique malware removal tool with a new and faster scanning engine! It only takes about 10 seconds to scan your whole computer for over 7700 threats including adware, trojans, worms, spyware and dialers. Freeware for Windows NT/ 2000/ XP/ 2003.

ArovaxShield (734 KB) detects and notifies you about all the major online threats to your System, isolates & removes them, including spyware, keystroke loggers, trojan horses and more. Freeware for Win 95/ 98/ XP.

GoldTach (Update - 1.22Mb) is a powerful, easy-to-use internet security tool that provides four functions: personal firewall, process commnication control, e-mail protection and webpage content filtration. It effectively protects against hacker intrusion, trojans, worms and other malware. Freeware version is function-limited after 30 days. For Windows 98/ ME/ 2000/ XP.

RegAuditor (827 KB ) scans for adware, malware and spyware on your computer, including parasites and trojans. Specific objects are rated by colored icons as safe, harmful or unknown. The program also allows you to delete unwanted registry entries. Easy to use with a user-friendly interface. Freeware for Windows NT/ 2K/ XP/ 2003.

Perfect Process (4.1 MB) is a spyware/adware shield that protects your computer in real-time from more than a 1,000 potential spyware and malware programs. Also has a startup manager and a detailed process viewer that provides in-depth information for many running processes, browser home page protection and more. Freeware for Windows 2000/ XP/ 2003/ NT4.

Omniquad AntiSpy (928 KB) is a powerful spyware remover to safeguard your PC against malicious software. AntiSpy scans system memory, registry, hard and removable drives for known traditional Trojans, Dialers, Malware, Browser Hijackers, Spyware, Adware and other tracking components. Fr'eeware for Windows 98/ ME/ NT/ 2000/ XP.

Cryptainer (2.1 MB) keeps private data secure. Encrypt documents, files and folders. Also provides software password protection and can hide any file or folder. Offers 128-bit encryption and can create secure e-mail attachments. Fr'ee for Windows 98/ Me/ 2000/ XP.

SysShield File Shredder (509 KB) permanently removes files and folders from your system without the possibility of data recovery. The program can be configured to use the quick two-pass, standard seven-pass file shredding or a customized wiping method. Freeware. For Windows 98/ NT/ ME/ 2000/ XP.

Advanced CheckSum Verifier (246 KB) is a handy, fast and comprehensive SFV and MD5 checksum utility for protecting the integrity of files by using the CRC32 or MD5 checksum calculation algorithms. It allows you to verify the accuracy of data after you burn a CD or transfer a files over a network and is especially effective if you have many files or subdirectories.Uses checksum files fully compatible with popular md5sum utility for MD5 and SFV (Simple File Verification) for CRC32. Shareware US $14.95. For Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP.

Oubliette (0.99 MB) allows you to store a list of passwords as well as account name, associated password, URL, and free-form notes in an encrypted, password protected database. Easily access data, copy to clipboard or export to a variety of formats. Includes a powerful search facility with filtered output. You can assign custom categories to accounts, generate random passwords, auto-expire accounts and much more. The program can maintain multiple database files with an unlimited number of entries. Freeware. For Windows 95/ 98/ ME/ NT4/ 2000/ XP.

DesktopShield 2000 (3.6 MB) is a security utility that prevents people from trespassing on your computer. The program locks your system and renders it completely unusable. The taskbar disappears and Windows hotkeys are disabled, so data cannot be accessed. Sits quietly in the system and can be activated by double-clicking the icon. Supports multiple users, and can be securely controlled by an administrator. Freeware for Windows 95/98/NT.

Eraser (751 KB) is an advanced security tool which allows you to completely remove sensitive data from your hard drive by overwriting it several times with carefully selected patterns. Freeware. For Windows 95/ 98/ ME/ NT/ 2000/ XP.

StartPage Guard (678 KB) protects your PC from cyberscam, by detecting and preventing any unauthorized changes to your internet browser's Start and Search pages. Also capable of removing automatically most known "invaders". Freeware. For Windows 9x/ ME/ NT4/ 2000.

AVAST32 (10.4 MB) is a complete anti-virus package, that is is free for registered home non-commercial users. It contains an on-demand scanner with two interfaces (simple for novices and advanced for experienced users), an on-access scanner with Standard Shield (which protects against execution and opening malware programs) and an embedded e-mail scanner which scans incoming and outgoing email messages. For Windows 9x/ Me/ NT/ 2000/ XP.

Cookie Spook (810 KB) is a fast cookie deleting tool. Cookies are small text files placed on your hard drive that can reveal information like your IP address and email address. The app has a built-In Cookie Viewer and a real-time cookies detection and deletion engine. Freeware for Windows 98/ ME/ 2000/ XP.