What is Windows Live Onecare Safety Scanner?
Windows Live Onecare Safety Scanner is developed by the Microsoft Corporation. It has an on-line scanner that performs checks on your computers security, performance and health. It was developed for Windows Vista and Windows 7 users.
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Protection
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The Windows Live Onecare Safety Scanner features an on-line virus scanner called "Protection Center." The "Protection Center" is used to scan of your computer for for viruses, spyware, and malicious content. The Protection Center also provides tips for PC security, and the basics on viruses and firewall information.
Maintenance
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The Onecare Safety Scanner has two tools that help your computer perform better, the "Tune Up Center" and "Clean Up Center." The Tune Up Center is used to scan your computer, in order to see if your files are fragmented (spread apart). Fragmented computers cause a significant decrease in your computer's performance. The Clean Up Center provides information about additional programs that may be slowing down your computer (un-used programs that are no longer needed).
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Full Scan
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The Windows Live Onecare Safety Scanner has a "Safety Scanner" feature that combines the aforementioned tools into one complete tool. It scans your computer, removes un-necessary programs and malicious content, and improves overall performance.
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