Get a "Second Opinion" of Your PC's Security with Panda ActiveScan

Sure, you have anti-virus and anti-spyware utilities installed on your PC, but are they really getting the job done? Panda ActiveScan is a browser-based system scanner that checks for viruses, worms, dialers, and other kinds of malware, effectively offering a "second opinion" without the need to install any additional software.

ActiveScan works in Firefox and Internet Explorer, though you'll need to install a plug-in or ActiveX control, respectively. This takes a few minutes the first time out, but on subsequent visits to the site the scanner gets right to work.

You don't need to register with Panda to use ActiveScan, but doing so allows you to run custom scans and remove certain kinds of threats. For full-bore threat removal, you'll have to buy the paid version (which starts at $12.95 for six months of service). If you're the least bit concerned about the security of your PC (and you should be), you've got nothing to lose by letting Dr. ActiveScan have a look. [via AppScout]