Internet Sweeper 1.8.4

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Publisher's description of Internet Sweeper

From Emery Info-Engineering: Erase information stored in Windows about Internet sites visited. This program is free (although donations are appreciated) and fully functional. It automatically runs when the computer boots, the user logs in, or browsers are closed. It works with all 32-bit Windows programs and with all major browsers (Internet Explorer, Navigator, Opera, and now AOL). It erases the cache, history, cookies, addresses, passwords, and temporary files, and closes pop-up windows in browsers, including AOL.

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Editor's review of Internet Sweeper

This application handles some basic privacy chores just fine, but we did experience a couple of performance and stability problems. Internet Sweeper's boring interface might make you yawn, but at least it's self-explanatory. You simply check boxes to clean up your surfing history in Internet Explorer and AOL (the free version disables the cleaning of Opera and Netscape). You'll also find tools for tidying up a few areas of the Windows system, such as the Recycle Bin and the Recent Documents list, but you can't clean up after third-party apps or securely shred files. Internet Sweeper offers an option for overwriting files after deletion, but checking this box caused the program to consistently freeze. The built-in pop-up blocker worked quite well, although its prowess against Flash ads is decidedly poor. Inexperienced IE users looking for a fast privacy solution might like this application, but power users are bound to crave a more versatile solution.

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  Internet Sweeper

  Wow!!!

  by: Anonymous220 on 29-Dec-2005 11:14:05 PM

  Pros: This is a good piece of small program, it really did the job and it speeds up the browsing time. Download this and eCleaner use it together and u will realize that ur browsing time is faster.

  Cons: none. nothing i should complaint about this program because it's free!

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  Internet Sweeper

  simply the best!

  by: sassy19a on 29-Jan-2006 09:43:06 AM

  Pros: I like that this supports Opera unlike many other popular ultilies. Quick, efficient and v v idiot proof.

  Cons: well, the interface needs some upgrading. But functionality is always e moz impt to me.

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  Internet Sweeper

  free and simple management of internet debris & cookies

  by: hbc41 on 02-Jul-2006 07:32:38 PM

  Pros: easy to use, simple free program that will clean internet debris with one click including history, temp internet files, cookies, etc at user's option and easy to manage cookie option to protect certain cookies from deletion that may be needed; also has options for passwords and internet explorer's autocomplete function which i leave unchecked; contrary to cnet review i have not had a stability issue when using the overwrite deletion option after several years of use on several computers and i have also found that some expensive programs are harder to manage than this free one.

  Cons: you must pay a few bucks to avoid a message about making a contribution but this is a minor annoyance and some may prefer using an expensive program like the one from webroot that does much the same but adds a couple of features like cleaning free space which i find to not be worth the price.

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  Internet Sweeper

  Simple, effective, and cheap!

  by: mcluff on 18-Mar-2005 04:03:32 PM

  Pros: This program neatly cleans up your cache, cookies, index.dat file, and other traces. It even allows you to "wipe" these data instead of merely deleting them. While the user interface isn't particularly pretty, it gets the job done simply. Great product for very little money.

  Cons: The user interface is basic, but hey, this isn't a program you need to look at often -- you just let it run and forget about it. One minor beef; on the latest version, I can't find where to select which cookies to keep.

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  Internet Sweeper

  Does what it says it does. Fine product.

  by: skb10 on 28-Nov-2006 05:46:02 PM

  Pros: Simple to use, never crashed my computer.

  I like the automatic cleanup function after you close your browser. No need to do it yourself all the time. I bought the registered version 2 years ago and needed another copy of it (could not find the one sent to me at that time). Sent him an e-mail and he sent me a new copy right away (in a matter of hours). So I don't understand why some reviews report problems in communication (?). Try again, he has been great to deal with all the time.

  Cons: If I have to suggest an improvement it could be adding a function that explains, in more details, all possible settings. I am NO pro so I might not be benefiting from all features since I shy away from experimenting too much. Maybe a link to a library on the web-site, examples or what would happen and FAQ. Just a thought.

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