Protect your computer from viruses and malware spread via USB drives with MCShield 2

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Main Functionality

MCShield 2 is a program that scans the USB devices that you hook up to your computer for malware. It has the ability to scan and quarantine any malicious files that it finds. The heuristic engine this program comes equipped with will help you detect threats in real-time.

Pros

  • Protects against malware and viruses that can spread from removable devices (not just USB drives). This includes digital cameras, mobile phones and external hard drives
  • Detects newly connected USB drives and will automatically scan them
  • Quick scanning
  • Creates backup copies of all of the files detected and deleted
  • Offers the user real time global statistics
  • Free for both home and business use

Cons

  • The download for this program scored a 3/45 on VirusTotal. Most likely these are false positives, but it is worth pointing out.

[Windows] Protect your computer from viruses and malware spread via USB drives with MCShield 2 | Reviews, news, tips, and tricks | dotTech
 
how is this superior to... say MSE?
I think every antivirus program out there does support these features.
 
^ this app is primarily for USB drives. Personally have used MSE for the past 1.5 years, never had any issues. Anyway, if you disable autorun, most of the times USB viruses do not spread.
 
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