PC World (US online)
09/06/10
Advanced System Optimizer is an all-in-one tool that promises to keep your PC running in top shape, keep it secure, and clean your hard disk. It does a very deep and comprehensive job of finding a wide range of issues. Bear in mind, though, that this downloadable demo will not fix the problems that it finds. For example, it won't clean junk files, fix Registry errors, protect your privacy by cleaning out Internet traces, and so on.
Given that there are some very good free programs that perform similar tasks, such as CCleaner, is this program worth paying for? If you only need the basics, then CCleaner will do a great job. For more complex tasks, Advanced System Optimizer is worth considering. Unfortunately, though, because the download only scans your PC, and doesn't fix problems, you won't get a chance to test out whether it works well enough on your PC to warrant paying for it. Basically, you'll have to decide if you like the interface and the promised functions well enough to make the leap.
Unlike many programs of this type Advanced System Optimizer is well laid out, and simple to use. Along the left side of the screen are the major categories of tasks you will want to do, such as Registry Optimizers, Windows Optimizers, and so on. Click any of them, and you'll see subcategories. So it's simple to get straight to the task you want to do.
One nice touch is that before Advanced System Optimizer goes about its work, it first backs up system files and creates a restore point so that you can restore your PC to the condition it was in before you started using it. It's got just about every tool you can imagine for doing that, from cleaning your hard disk to optimizing your Registry, to looking for missing and outdated drivers, and performing maintenance tasks. It's similar to the popular TuneUp Utilities (US$50), and has more features.
Given that there are some very good free programs that perform similar tasks, such as CCleaner, is this program worth paying for? If you only need the basics, then CCleaner will do a great job. For more complex tasks, Advanced System Optimizer is worth considering. Unfortunately, though, because the download only scans your PC, and doesn't fix problems, you won't get a chance to test out whether it works well enough on your PC to warrant paying for it. Basically, you'll have to decide if you like the interface and the promised functions well enough to make the leap.
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I like it. The negative comments have been about the free download. Still haven't read anything really bad about it.
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i like its Registry Optimizer that boost up my sytem startup time. it has many system utilities in one product.
it is a very necessary software my windows PC.
thanks to Systweak ASO 3.
Steve.
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Advanced System Optimizer 3 has many system tools that i need for my pc.
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jine24
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Great System Optimizer Product from Systweak Inc.
Advanced System Optimizer 3 has new multi-functional utilities - to protect, update and optimize your PC . The new set of tools is clubbed with very useful existing tools that are enhanced to give more accurate and speedy output.
Thanks,
Unkown
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Crashed windows 7, their support is not open over the weekend so we will see how it turns out. CPU no longer boots and deleted restore points and patricians that restore the OS.
Pobinr
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Why is this for free. Are they trawling for information. Systweak has appeared on my machine without me asking & is hard to stop!
Lynn MacFarland
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Systweak called a "do not call number". The caller first said they were Microsoft. I said "No, you are not." Then "Microsoft partner" - they are not. I asked for the manager who gave a false name (just like the female caller.) This company is in India and does not abide by USA regulations. When I asked that my number be removed from their distribution list the manager said I'd lose my Microsoft license (another lie.) This firm thought I was someone else and called my company phone. (I'm in IT.)
Their software is a scam and as trustworthy as their spiel. I realize this site is Australia but Google raises it to the top and people should be worn.