Anti-Spam & Anti-Spy (176 programs)

Pros: Free to use. Includes a comprehensive suite of protection tools.

Cons: Sometimes does not pickup certain types of malware.

Pros: Anti-virus and rootkit detector in one. Light on resources. Does not conflict with most other security program.

Cons: Sometimes does not detect all malware. Interface is very plain.

Pros: Protects your PC before Spyware reaches it. Enables you to schedule scans.

Cons: No progress bar during scanning. Can interpret normal use as "threatening".

Pros: Powerful spam filtering. Can be set up very easily. Lets you block all mails from countries notorious for spammers. Supports a huge range of email clients.

Cons: Aggressive mode is a little too strict. Won't protect your Webmail.

Pros: Completely unobtrusive.

Cons: Doesn't scan the PC.

Pros: Fast, thorough system analysis. Nice extra tools. No installation required.

Cons: Help system is only available online.

Pros: Support for white and black lists. Includes editor to send emails.

Cons: You have to manually approve messages.

Pros: Very thorough scanning. Repairs broken internet connections due to spyware. Resets system and browser-settings to secure values. Small installer and fast setup.

Cons: Free version doesn't provide realtime protection. Scan priority not customizable. No customizable actions on detection.

Pros: Easy to configure. Great integration with email client.

Cons: Annoying pop-up that shows up until you register.

Pros: Scans quickly. Targets specific pieces of hard to detect adware.

Cons: Very limited when compared to other similar programs.