| ClamWin | |
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| Developed by |
ClamWin |
| Program Language |
C++ and Python |
| Type | Anti-virus |
| License | GNU General Public License |
| Website | www.clamwin.com |
ClamWin is free, open source antivirus software for Microsoft Windows. It provides a graphical user interface to the ClamAV (Clam AntiVirus) engine.
Features[]
- Scanning scheduler (only effective with user logged in).
- Automatic virus database updates on a regular basis.
- Standalone virus-scanner.
- Context menu integration for Windows Explorer.
- Add-in for Microsoft Outlook.
- A portable version that can be used from a USB flash drive.
Real-time scanning[]
ClamWin does not yet automatically scan files as they are read and written. This feature is planned for inclusion in the next major version update.[1] However, this feature has been claimed to be in development since at least 10 December 2005.[2] For users of older systems, it is currently possible to add this functionality by using Winpooch.
Effectiveness[]
In the 1 - 21 June 2008 test performed by Virus.gr, ClamWin version 0.93 detected 54.68% of all threats and ranked 37th out of 49 products tested; the best scored over 99%.[3]
In the 10 August-05 September 2009 test performed by Virus.gr, ClamWin version 0.95.2 detected 52.48% of all threats and ranked 43 out of 49 products tested; the best scored 98.89%.[4]
See also[]
References[]
External links[]
- Official Website
- SourceForge.net project page
- ClamWin Portable - run ClamWin from a removable drive