License: Freeware
Size: 1.70 MB
OS: Win 2000/XP/Vista/7
Website: http://www.bitsum.com/
Process Lasso is a software that will improve system responsiveness and stability.
Process Lasso is a unique new technology intended to automatically restrain running processes that are consuming too many CPU cycles.
Often times, processes that are ‘out-of-control’ can bring an NT system to a near halt. Once one or more processes have become CPU resource hogs, termination of the offending process(es) is very difficult since it is nearly impossible to even open the task manager.
With Process Lasso, these processes are temporarily reduced in priority so that the system is returned to a responsive level. Process Lasso can even work when multiple processes are responsible for a decrease in system responsiveness.
In addition, Process Lasso offers capabilities such as default process priorities, termination of disallowed processes, and logging of processes executed.
Process Lasso is extremely efficient and itself has almost no CPU usage. The core engine, called the Process Governor, is separated from the GUI so that one can completely close the GUI and keep the primary functions of Process Lasso operating.
The core engine can even be run as a system service so that it starts before any user is logged in. However, the GUI itself is so optimal that we recommend leaving it running so it can quickly be accessed in times when it is needed.
Limitations: Free for home and academic users. Commercial users need to register the program after 14 days of evaluation.
Download link:
http://www.bitsum.com/prolasso.php
License: Freeware
Size: 61.1 KB
OS: Windows NT/2000/XP/2003/Vista/2008/7
Website: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/cports.html
CurrPorts è un’utility che consente di visualizzare e tenere sotto controllo tutte le porte del proprio PC mentre è connesso ad internet.
Dal sito del Produttore:
CurrPorts displays the list of all currently opened TCP/IP and UDP ports on your local computer. For each port in the list, information about the process that opened the port is also displayed, including the process name, version information, the user that created it, and more.
In addition, CurrPorts allows you to close unwanted TCP connections, kill the process that opened the ports, and save the TCP/UDP ports list to HTML file, and more.
What’s New in version 1.80:
•Added custom log line option (In ‘Advanced Options’ window), which allows you to set the format of the log line and put in it any column value you like. .
Scaricabile al seguente link:
http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/cports.zip
License: Freeware
Size: 763 KB
OS: Win XP/Vista/7
Website: http://www.winpatrol.com/
WinPatrol’s Host-based Intrusion Prevention System(HIPS) takes snapshot of your critical system resources and alerts you to any changes that may occur without your knowledge. WinPatrol was the pioneer in using a heuristic behavioral approach to detecting attacks and violations of your computing environment. It continues to be the most powerful system monitor for its small memory footprint.
WinPatrol’s easy tabbed interface allows you to explore deep inside your computer without having to be a computer expert. A one-time investment in WinPatrol PLUS provides a unique experience you won’t find in any other software.
A plus version is available for $29.95 offering more features.
Download link:
http://www.winpatrol.com/wpsetup.exe
License: Freeware
Size: 3.57 MB
OS: Win XP/Vista/7
Website: http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/combofix/
Combofix is frequently updated, so we only provide a direct link to the author to ensure you are getting the latest version. Be sure to download it again the next time you need Combofix so you have the most recent version.
ComboFix is a program that scans your computer for known malware, and when found, attempts to clean these infections automatically. In addition to being able to remove a large amount of the most common and current malware, ComboFix also displays a report that can be used by trained helpers to remove malware that is not automatically removed by the program.
You should not run ComboFix unless you are specifically asked to by a helper. Also, due to the power of this tool it is strongly advised that you do not attempt to act upon any of the information displayed by ComboFix without supervision from someone who has been properly trained. If you do so, it may lead to problems with the normal functionality of your computer.
Please note that due to the nature of Combofix, it is advisable to use it only if you are guided by a computer expert.
Download link:
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/combofix/how-to-use-combofix
License: Freeware
Size: 73.1 MB
OS: Win XP/Vista/7
Website: http://www.free-av.com/
Avira AntiVir Rescue System is a Linux-based application that allows accessing computers that cannot be booted anymore. Thus it is possible to:
•repair a damaged system,
•rescue data,
•scan the system for virus infections.
Just double-click on the rescue system package to burn it to a CD/DVD. You can then use this CD/DVD to boot your computer.
The Avira AntiVir Rescue System is updated several times a day so that the most recent security updates are always available
Scaricabile al seguente link:
http://www.free-av.com/en/tools/12/avira_antivir_rescue_system.htm
License: Freeware
Dimensione: 193 MB
OS: Win XP/Vista/7
Website: http://www.kaspersky.com/
Kaspersky Rescue Disk 10 is designed to scan and disinfect x86 and x64-compatible computers that have been infected. The application should be used when the infection is so severe that it is impossible to disinfect the computer using anti-virus applications or malware removal utilities (such as Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool) running under the operating system.
In this case, disinfection is more efficient because malware programs do not gain control when the operating system is being loaded. In the emergency repair mode, you can only start objects scan tasks, update databases roll back updates and view statistics.
Kaspersky Rescue Disk 10 allows performing the following actions:
Configure objects scan settings:
change security level
change actions to be performed on detected objects
create a scan scope
change types of objects to be scanned
limit scan time
configure scan of compound files
change a scan method
set default settings
Configure databases update settings:
select an update source
specify proxy-server settings
specify regional settings
roll back to previous databases
Configure additional settings:
select detection of specific threat types
create a trusted zone
configure notifications settings
specify time of storing reports
specify time of storing Quarantine and Backup objects
Create a report on scan and update tasks.
View statistics about applican’s functioning.
Scaricabile al seguente link:
http://rescuedisk.kaspersky-labs.com/rescuedisk/updatable/
