Comodo Aquires BoClean!

Discussion in 'other anti-trojan software' started by Mele20, Mar 28, 2007.

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  1. Don Pelotas

    Don Pelotas Registered Member

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    It certainly is..........
    If you're referring to me, then i do not hate them at all, i simply do not trust them. If we should look at the bright side then maybe the BOClean acquisition will enable Comodo AV to get up to an 80% detectionrate in the next couple of years. ;)

    You're right about one thing though, generally i prefer to pay for AV's/AT's etc, the very reason BOClean was sold probably has a lot to do with the fact that they kind of cornered themselves with the onetime fee promiss, which can't keep a malware app based on signatures effective for long these days. :)
     
  2. Pedro

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    I wasn't refering to you personally, but lots of people. Most are the same that refer to "comodo fanboys" (whatever that means).
    Personally i like the fact that they offer all this for free, and try to offer the best, answering questions, considering requests, etc. They do more for their users, that pay nothing, than many companies selling software, who should pay more attention to their customers.

    Your answer is clear, thank you for that. You don't trust them, it's you right evidently. I'd like to hear your reasons though, even though you're not obligated.

    Your reasoning regarding one time fee is most logical. I like that too.
     
  3. Adric

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    I know that a lot of people like to keep thier information under wraps, but since you mentioned a post from one of the developers/owners would you mind supplying a link to what you are referring to?

    Al
     
  4. Mele20

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    Did any of you who are so excited about BoClean being free now, and Dadkins you are included, read my second post here? You note that Nancy has not addressed that issue and it was that NY court ruling that had enabled BoClean to be so great (aside from the outstanding support) in detection without the worry of lawsuits, pressure, threats, etc. from the sleazeballs. BoClean is now no longer a private club. Its new owners will be slamned with all the sleaze that Alex Ekleberry of Counterspy (Sunbelt Products) has spoken so eloquently about at dslreports, in his blogs and in private emails to me. I simply don't trust Comodo to stand up to the sleaze. Even if they want to it will be difficult.

    As for Comodo, I tried their firewall last September and found it to be the worst firewall I have tried. I didn't get any help either when Comodo froze my computer on reboot when completing the install. I got a lot of bombastic blather from Melih and finger pointing at Wayne of DiamondCS. It really stunned me that anyone would create a firewall that did not allow the user to configure it before it ran. That stupidity alone makes me think anything from Comodo is junk.

    At least Comodo didn't get their paws on ProcessGuard. I prefer the current status of PG to it ever being acquired by such a (to put it politely) questionable company.

    I still wish Kevin and Nancy all the best but I will not go near anything from Comodo. I have witnessed the behavior of their CEO on several occasions and based on that, I want nothing to do with his company.
     
  5. rdsu

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    Oh my...
     
  6. Pedro

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    You prefered BOClean disapeared like PG, without a trace, not giving a crap about you? Ok. The world really is diverse.
    What do you mean by
    Could you please elaborate? I'm not aware of this, this is new to me, and i don't understand. A link would suffice. Thanks.
     
  7. egghead

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    ......and me, said this philosopher :rolleyes:
     
  8. twl845

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    I don't know what Comodo's plans are for Boclean, but I would imagine they're going to expand their capabilities for the better. I too don't know where the sudden negative attitude towards Comodo is coming from. It wasn't too long ago they were praised as the greatest thing since sliced bread. I have been a user for quite a few months, and think the firewall is great. No problems. I was not a Boclean user, but I'm sure it's a great app. However, I'm not going to install it now just because it's going to be free.
     
  9. JimmyD

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    Questionable companyo_O That's hilarious considering the ZERO credibility/ethics that DiamondCS has.
     
  10. WSFuser

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    atm i cannot find a link for "PSC Newsletter....Friday, 13 May 2005" but heres a quote:
     
  11. LoneWolf

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    All the best to Kevin and Nancy.Top notch app,top notch support.I just hope it stays that way.Be nice if they were staying on to help further develop BOClean to much greater heights. Well I guess its in the hands of Comodo now.Please,please Comodo don't screw this up.
     
  12. JimmyD

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    From what I've read, Kevin IS staying on. He now works for Comodo.
     
  13. Pedro

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    Thank you, I now get it:thumb:
    It seems very american law'ish:D
    Maybe the world is already screwed up like that all around...
     
  14. LoneWolf

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    That would be good news.
     
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    According to a post at DSL Forums quoting the CEO at Comodo Kevin and Nancy will continue on with BO Clean and will get even more resources to keep its development going. This posting can be found 3/4th's of the way down the page at: http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,18075683~start=40 and is posted by Ryan... :eek: ;) He provides a link to the Comodo Forums where Melih is quoted. Maybe the world will keep spinning after all...:D
     
  16. strangequark

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    Sorry not keeping any information under wraps, the post from Nancy is in this very thread, try page two.
     
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  17. Metal425

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    Woot,free Boclean :)
     
  18. JimIT

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    Who is "Mary"?
     
  19. strangequark

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    Hmmm, who said Mary, ok ok Nancy then if you want to be picky.
    Don't you just hate that, but then as the famous bard said " what's in a name":D
    As for mary, JC's mum as the story goes :p
     
  20. danny9

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    I've used BOClean for about 5 years now.
    One of the very few programs I trusted to do, what it says it will do.
    Most buyouts result in a so so product.
    Some that come to mind are
    Giant anti spyware, Sygate firewall, Ewido and Kerio firewall.
    Not the same anymore.
    The new companys bend it, twist it and try to incorporate it into their own programs causing many to lose that edge of effectiveness that they used to hold on their own.
    Some posters here have already said BOClean is coming off their computers.
    I'll take a wait and see attitude for now but I seriously think we've seen the end of BOClean as we knew it.
    I'd be curious to know why you think it's a good idea when according to your signiture, you don't use it?
    Because it's free now?
    No offense intended, just curious. :cool:
     
  21. Nancy_McAleavey

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    Unfortunately the business law in the US does not allow that.

    In fact, we've been at this for months along with struggling to stay afloat. I have talked to almost every company in the business. Only two others pursued this beyond blowing me off. One decided it would "be too expensive to integrate it" into their product, the other claimed they are "already doing this" though we know they aren't. Since there's nondisclosures with both as well signed during negotiations I will not name names.
     
  22. mikel108

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    I am happy that you are having success...I just wish that I would have known a few days ago when I finally purchased it, that I wouldn't have.

    Thank Goodness for your 30 day refund policy.
     
  23. FanJ

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    Hi Nancy,

    First of all congrats with "staying afloat" !!!
    You and Kevin deserve it.
    I do wish you two all the very best !!!!!

    Everyone is talking about BOClean.
    But there are also other programs from PSC: IEClean, NSClean, FileVac.
    I understand that they are now also acquired by Comodo.
    I know that this might not be the right moment to ask (sorry!), but will they too be supported?

    Wishing you and Kevin from the bottom of my heart all the very best, and with lots of thanks for all your absolutely great support during so many years,
    Most warmest regards
     
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  24. azumi21

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    Thank you for not giving up!

    I look forward to your future products with more resources behind you.
     
  25. Meriadoc

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    Then I'm glad that you got your deal, you made it to 10 yrs so good luck in the next.
    Reading the post at Comodo, it says BoClean and the other titles will get all the resources needed - congrats and regards:thumb:
     
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