CyberPatrol 7.6

CyberPatrol 7.6 Box

Our Rating

 Scored:

  8.5

out of 10
Pros: Installation was easy, fast and did not require a reboot. (You will need to close all browsers however). Synchronize settings between computers, windows user integration for automatic login, very granular customization (great for technical administrators).


Cons:
Can be confusing if you’ve never used Internet filtering software (User setup is confusing and tedious). Logging out is not intuitive, Confusing Interface, Awkward navigation, Limited reporting, and very granular customization (makes it overwhelming and confusing).

User Rating

 Scored:

   9

out of 10

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    Summary
    CyberPatrol’s Internet filter was one of the most feature heavy products we reviewed. From application blocking, stealth mode, time allowance and many more, CyberPatrol had the most features of all products. Although the product had all of the right features it was not the most intuitive to use.
    CyberPatrol blocked only 65% of the objectionable websites tested and Over-blocked on only 15% of the “safe” websites tested.
    The reporting/monitoring tools are simple but not very robust and need a lot of work. For a somewhat technically inclined user CyberPatrol is a great product and allows for full customization..

    Installation/Setup
    Cyber Patrol Installation ScreenshotCyberPatrol 7.6 was very easy to download and install. With a footprint of 12MB it took only a few minutes to download on a Broadband connection (May take 10-20 minutes on dial-up). You are given two choices: Typical – recommended for most users and Advanced – used to change install directory, if you’re on a domain or if you need to configure a proxy.

    Cyber Patrol Setup Screenshot
    You are then prompted to create a Headquarters password and password hint. This will be used to manage, uninstall, disable and override the product. Finally you are asked to choose your environment (Home, Library, School, Business…) and the User Type (Child, Teen, Adult, Monitor Only…)


    Management
    Cyber Patrol Management ScreenshotCyberPatrol 7.6 provides you with a “Headquarters Toolbar”. This will give administrators easy access to manage the product and allow users to see if they are logged-in. This toolbar can be accessed from your start menu or by clicking on the CyberPatrol icon in the task bar.

    cyber patrol Reporting screen shots
    From the toolbar, Administrators can Manage User Profiles, Customize Filter Settings, View Reports, access Online Administration and view extended features. There is no easy way to logoff, users are required to switch to the “default” user (potential security issue).



    Accuracy
    cyber patrol user profilesAdministrators are given the choice to filter on 13 different categories. Each category’s sensitivity can be adjusted to fit your needs. CyberPatrol comes with 7 preconfigured category settings including: Adult (Security), Adult (productivity & Security), Mature Teen, Young Teen, Child, Custom and Yes List.

    We tested 2 lists of websites including: adult image searches, MySpace.com accounts, Hate oriented websites, websites that promote hacking, drug use, gambling, adult humor, etc…

    Blocked Correctly - 65% (websites blocked that are inappropriate for kids and teens)
    Over-blocked - 15% (websites blocked that are safe for kids and teens)

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    Filtering /Architecture
    Black/White List  
    Keyword Analysis  
    Dynamic Content Analysis  
    Safe image search  
    Filtering Settings
    Adjust Filter Settings  
    Customize Block Page  
    Chat Monitoring  
    Chat Blocking  
    Newsgroup Blocking  
    Newsgroup Filtering  
    Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Blocking  
    Games Blocking  
    Disable Feature  
    Email Filtering  
    Reporting Capabilities
    View Reports remotely  
    Client Based Reporting  
    Email Alert of Violation  
    Graphical Reports  
    Detailed Chat Reports  
    Maintain Past Reports  
    Report Security Violations  
    Management Capabilities
    Individual User Profiles  
    Password Controls  
    Remote Management  
    Windows User Integration  
    Stealth Options  
    Other Features
    Immediate Overriding of Blocks  
    Warning, Not Just Blocking  
    Time Restrictions  
    Time allowance day/week  
    Updated URL/Filtering Rules  
    Free Product Updates  
    Help/Support Options
    Online Help  
    Product Documentation  
    Free Technical Support  
    Supported Browsers
    Internet Explorer  
    Netscape  
    FireFox  
    Opera  
    AOL  
    Platforms Supported/Required
    Windows 98  
    Windows 2000  
    Windows XP  
    Vista  
    Macintosh