herdProtect is a new free anti-malware scanner and removal tool for Windows PCs that is better than Malwarebytes, SuperAntiSpyware or other options. Why? Not only is it faster but it utilizes all 68 industry anti-malware scanner engines (you can view the full list here) to ensure the best detection rate. It is truly an innovative product that deserves your inspection.
The herdProtect scanning engine works by monitoring the active objects on a user’s PC as well as the hundreds of autostart execution points. As new objects such as processes become active in the system, herdProtect will use a secured network tunnel to scan the object for malware against the engines of the top 68 anti-malware scanners. By scanning in the cloud all processor intensive activities are performed independent of the user’s PC. Depending on the aggregate results of the scan, the user can then take the appropriate actions and keep their PC free from any known malware threats.
To install herdProtect on your PC just visit the download page and install the full or portable version. Once installed and started you will see this screen:
Make sure you click the question mark "?" in upper right corner to bring up the secondary menu and select these options:
Click the scan button to start the initial scan. The first time you use herdprotect it will take about an hour to complete. Subsequent scans will be much faster and only take about 5 minutes. When complete you will be presented a report of results:
If you then click on each entry you will be presented with ‘actions’ and "details’ buttons for more information. Based on what you read in each details report you may decide to leave processes listed under ‘Inconclusive’ alone. You should however consider removing all processes listed under ‘Adware/PUPs’ though.
Conclusions
herdProtect is a state of the art anti-malware scanner and removal tool. You will not find better. Combine herdProtect with an excellent firewall and antivirus program like free Comodo Internet Security for complete protection for your Windows PC.