Hello Baron
My only real issue with the "new" programs is the potential conflict with my system. Often they are buggy. Often there is little in the way of instructions. If a problem develops, there may not be a manual to refer to.
"The Big Name" software certainly have their deficiencies, but generally they have instructions, a manual explaining their software, and "usually" have fairly good support.
However, if a "secure and independant source of information" such as PC Magazine or Dotto's Data Cafe (TV program) recommends the software, my ears pick up and I will often try it.
An example is Ad-aware! It was recommended by both the the above-named information sources. I tried it and found it to be exceptional and met the praises they lavished on it.
These recommendations and my own personal experience with the software meant that I have no qualms about recommending it to others.
And the fact that it is free is a bonus!
