On demand scanner vs. external application scanning

[jim28277]

I am sure this question has been asked before but I could not find it with a search. What is the difference in "on-demand" scanning" and the scanning that occurs when you run the external "nod32 kernel" with Blackspeare's settings. I've been using NOD32 for about 18 months and using the on-demand scanning but I've always wondered why anyone woud use the extrernal application approach. Thanks in advance and cheers

[Blackspear]

HI Jim, the external application is used to launch the NOD32 scanner and runs it with a command line through switches, nothing magical in it; it allows you to run scans at predetermined periods.

Cheers ;D

[jim28277]

Thanks for the reply Blackspear. I'm still not sure of the benefit of running the external application vs. on-demand. I schedule an "On-Demand" scan to run once a week as well so I don't see much of a benefit. What am I missing? Is it the case that your settings don't get applied to the "On Demand" scans? I assumed they did through the saved profile.

[jim28277]

Thank you I found my answer by searching a little harder through some recent posts. As I suspected this question has been asked (and answered) several times in the past. Blackspear, I appologize for repeating the question which I'm sure you have answewred many times before. Your very gracious with your time. Cheers! ;J

[Blackspear]

My pleasure Jim, it was 11:30pm here when you replied and I was very tired, so head off to bed. Glad you have it all sorted.

Cheers ;D