MAIN WINDOW:
The pastel-tinted main window of Centurion SmartShield Plus Antivirus clearly displays the program's protection status. It starts off in Unlocked mode, meaning the virtualization system isn't doing anything. This is good for updating Windows and applications.
QUICK GUIDE:
Immediately after installation, the Quick Guide explains SmartShield's three operating modes in word, in pictures (shown here), and in chart form
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REBOOT TO CHANGE:
In order to change the Drive Locking mode, you must reboot the system. If the system is currently in Locked mode, rebooting will erase all changes. If it's in Work mode, rebooting erases all changes except in designated work folders.
TEMPORARY STORAGE:
When SmartShield is virtualizing system changes, it holds those changes in temporary storage. You can adjust the size of the storage file if you find it necessary.
ANTIVIRUS CHOICE:
At install time, you can choose whether or not to include the antivirus component. Our tests suggest you'd be better off skipping the built-in antivirus and instead using a high-quality free antivirus utility.
ANTIVIRUS SETTINGS:
Settings for the antivirus component a very simple. For most users, the out-of-box settings won't need any changes.
Pros:
Virtualizes all changes to file system and Registry, wipes them out on reboot. Can exempt work folders from virtualization. Antivirus aims to protect when virtualization is off. Simple user interface.
Cons:
Mode change requires reboot. Must unlock to update Windows and apps. Antivirus component not effective.
Bottom Line:
With SmartShield Plus Antivirus on the job, any malware infestations, even ransomware attacks, vanish upon reboot. However, the antivirus component, which aims to protect you when the virtualization system is off, needs work.
Homepage: http://www.centuriontech.com/products/smartshield-antivirus/
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