Check the grip of computer security programs in the Secunia PSI

With the large number of software programs installed on the computer, sometimes we less concerned about the security of the software. Because we also may not know the program which allows a computer security slit.

One way to overcome this is to update the software used, but this may be caused. How do I convenience?

Secunia, which is one of the websites in the field of security, has been providing free software to help users check the grip of various security that may occur from a variety of software or programs that install on the computer. And November 25, 2008, after traveling through a fairly long time they released the final version of this software, which Secunia PSI (Personal Software Inspector).

Main features of what Secunia PSI?

In General, Secunia PSI function check software (programs) are installed on the computer from the grip of security, the latest version (update), a program that allows security appear slit. Here's more:

• Scan, scan the program in the computer
• Insecure Program, which provides information on the program "less safe" and provide information: a link or download the latest program the solution, add / remove programs, online reference, detail and so forth.
• End of Life, provides information on programs that do not support another vendor by the author. Accompanied by a download link to the latest version or uninstall.
• Patched, a program that provides information detected, but not known to have updated security (so may not require more attention)
• Overview, to provide information (an overview) conditions in the computer after the scan.

In addition, Secunia also check the Web browser plugins such as Adobe Flash Player also Adobe Acrobat Reader, Quick Time, and others.

At ZDNet, Secunia PSI included in 10 Essential security tools, and in order No.1 in the category of free software. So try and fit in the collection. This application is only about 521 KB and can run on the platform of Windows 2000, XP, 32/64bit, and 32/64bit Vista. To be able to run (Scan) it is necessary to have an internet connection. So if used offline this software will not be more useful.