To search
Softonic Rating:
Very good:8/10
License:
Free (GPL)
Added:
December 7, 2006
Updated:
August 13, 2008
Publisher:
Website
File size:
85 KB
Downloads:
224
Nick Mead

“Modify the hidden options of Microsoft Windows' installation”

by Nick Mead

Do you know that when you install Windows, it leaves open a lot of vulnerable points that can be exploited by hackers or spyware.

Xpy allows you to close a lot of these vulnerable holes and make Windows considerably safer without the need to install any kind of security software. Amongst the things it can do are disable Windows "calling home", disable unnecessary services, disarm Internet Explorer, Windows Media Player and remove Windows Messenger. You can instantly improve your privacy and security by running it and removing certain unneeded components, speed up the performance of your system. The problem however is that it can close vital components that are needed for Windows to update itself. When you are presented with a list of components to remove or close-off, be very careful what you select as there is no real guide as to what each one corresponds to. The reason for this is that XPY is written and compiled using NSIS which do often get picked up as spyware by programs such as AdAware. The developers have assured that the program does not install any kind of malware and they are working to resolve this problem

A very simple way to close security holes and threats on Windows but be careful what you remove or close down.

Languages:

English, German, French

OS requirements for Xpy:

  • OS: Win2000/XP/2003
Pros
  • Simple way to close Windows security threats
Cons
  • Does not explain what some components do
Did you like this review?
3 of 6 users liked it (50%)

Xpy Softonic Rating: 8Featured program

Softonic gives special recognition to software of exceptionally high quality. More information

From the publisher of Xpy

Small tool which disables the default threats of a Windows XP installation. Besides disabling Windows and some of its components to communicate with Microsoft servers, xpy improves privacy settings and your system's security.

Though xpy is smaller than 60 kilobytes, it can close serious threats (i.e. DCOM) definitively, where large service-packs can only protect you until a new security hole has been found.

Xpy options

Xpy Options

Reviews for Xpy in other languages

  • Xpy (Análisis en español)
  • Xpy (Le test en français)
Softonic Rating:Very good
8/10

User Rating

5 ratings
Usability
  • Currently 8/10.
Stability
  • Currently 8/10.
Installation
  • Currently 5/10.
Functionality
  • Currently 7/10.
Appearance
  • Currently 7/10.
badminton

Download stats

Are you the developer of Xpy?

If your program has received a Softonic rating, feel free to use the following award badge on your site or as part of any other promotional feature you may be putting together.

Xpy Softonic Rating

Click on the above text field to copy the necessary HTML to your clipboard and then paste it to your website. It will display your program's Softonic Rating and will link to your program page.

Any queries? Contact us if you want more info.

Close