[Review] - Spybot Search & Destroy
Spybot Search & Destroy
I use Spybot Search & Destroy in my home PC, to get rid of registry hacks, malware other nuisance stuffs. Spybot S&D, is worth considering for those who are looking for a good piece of free spyware removal utility.
Installation was a breeze. The same goes with update too. Once installed, the Spybot updates itself automatically. If you do not have a net connection, you can download the updates seperately and install them.
Interface
The interface is pretty basic with a expanded tab to the left and contents to the right. Upon startup, it opens the first tab (Spybot S&D) and offers 3 options
1. Check for Problems
2. Recovery
3. Immunize
4. Search for Updates
The check for problems is nothing but the “Scan” command and it makes a thorough check in the registry for all known adwares, malwares and other phishing agents. Suspected entries are then listed below. Some of the genuine entries may be included in the list too. So you need to verify the list check/un-check the entries that are alien, and click the “Fix selected problems” button on the top. Registry entries are fixed.
In case if you have deleted a genuine entry by accident, you can use the restore command to restore the genuine entries.
Immunize tweaks the registry and shields un-authorized registry updates in the future.
Settings & Tools
Settings offers the usual options for changing skins, update settings, type of files to be scanned, scheduling, ignore options and more.
Tools includes viewing reports, resident options, checking for registry inconsistency, and a few more tools.
Conclusion
A clean, no-nonsense and excellent free anti-spyware, a gift for every home PCs. If you find it useful, consider donating a few bucks. 
Website : http://www.spybot.info/en/index.html