Task Catcher 2

sg09 · Dec 10, 2015

Its been 10 months after its release, but I can't find any thread about it! Aren't anyone using it?

http://www.taskcatcher.com/

It now have native 64 bit support with some new features!

http://billpstudios.blogspot.in/2015/02/task-catcher-20-surprising-new-features.html

Features

Detect and Block Crypto-Ransom programs
Using newly discovered algorithm to decrypt what appears to be a randomly created filename Task Catcher detects possible Ransomware programs. These programs encrypt files and use extortion requiring a payment to decrypt valuable files. These programs can cause a disaster if it happens to a business or an individual losing their tax data or family photos. Our algorithm won’t retrieve encrypted files but it can help detect possible threats and continues to improve.
Block Programs with wildcard text
In previous versions you could specify a particular program based on its full path name. TC2 allows you to block programs that have any bits of suspicious text in their filename. This allows you to specify text like “conduit”, “Ask” or “avg”. When a program or Windows Service is detected with this text in its name, Task Catcher can automatically block it or let’s you decide if it can run.
Track Program Usage
Microsoft Windows has been evolving and like many new mobile operating systems may keep programs running in the background even when you exit. While this trend shouldn’t hurt your overall performance many of us want to know which programs are running. You’ll be able to pick those apps you’re most interested in and Task Catcher will keep track of how often it runs. This feature is one I expect will be expanded to create more elaborate reports
Restart Programs that Fail or are Closed
One of the most popular features of the previous Task Catcher launching a program meant to always run is an important function. Malware often shuts down popular Anti-Virus software but Task Catcher will re-launch your protection and/or will let you know what’s going on. Sometimes, you may have a program that is just buggy and shutdown when you don’t expect it.
Windows Services
Most of you reading this, like me, want to know what programs automatically run when you start your computer. Traditional registry startup locations no longer tell the whole story. Many programs running in the background at Windows Services. This kind of program can register to launch immediately, may be delayed or will start based on a particular trigger event. Task Catcher helps you keep track of Services that are running allowing you to start and stop them as you would normal applications
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Rasheed187 · Dec 13, 2015

Looks very basic to me.

sg09 · Dec 15, 2015

Rasheed187 said: ↑

Looks very basic to me.
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Yes! But does its job!
I am actually interested in the new component "Detect and Block Crypto-Ransom programs".

Rasheed187 · Dec 15, 2015

sg09 said: ↑

Yes! But does its job!
I am actually interested in the new component "Detect and Block Crypto-Ransom programs".
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I meant that I'm a bit skeptical about these kind of apps, when it comes to blocking ransomware. If you're looking for pro-active blocking, you could rather take a look at HMPA, combined with file/folder protection tools.

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