PeerBlockĀ ,download for pc is an application developed specifically to block potentially hazardous and unwanted IP connections, including tracking organizations tracking user activities in P2P networks as well as blocking typical servers responsible for advertising display ads or installing harmful spyware/adware modules. Based on PeerGuardian (an unfortunately no longer developed program for Windows environment), this powerful firewall acts as an additional layer of defense on top of Windows system security measures to provide extra protection to computers running Windows operating systems.
PeerBlock stands out for its straightforward configuration process, made simple through a wizard interface. Once launched, select filter lists of interest to you and set preferences regarding their automatic updates (frequency and mode). More experienced users may even create their own sets of filters by simply marking which addresses to allow or block before filling out their lists with data.
Other Features of the Program:
Logs on Filters Operation by Filter Type;
History Module that Allows View and Filter Archive Entries Based On Different Criteria Such As Date Range, Organization/Destination Address Protocol Protocol Protocol Action Taken)
FilterBrowser features an easy filter browsing and searching experience with an integrated search engine, the capability of temporarily or permanently disabling certain addresses blocking, support for sets of filters provided by independent producers (just indicate their local file or URL address), as well as temporary blocking features to temporarily or permanently enable selected addresses blocking, plus much more!
They provide quick ways of adding programs directly into Windows autostart, minimization to system tray (including menu that quickly allows/disallow call blocking mechanisms) and notifications display.
PeerBlockĀ is developed on an Open Source license called ZLib and features open source code with commercial uses possible. Furthermore, PeerBlock stands out with very comprehensive documentation available in forms like user manual, FAQ and user forum.
- ManufacturerĀ :Ā PeerBlock, LLC
- LicenseĀ : GNU GPL (free)
- Operating SystemĀ :Ā Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10