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06 Jul 2011
Could be the ideal way of testing software and applications on your PC, without the installation affecting your system
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Type: Free for personal use only
Platform: Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7
Manufacturer: Returnil
Size: 38MB
Number of Downloads: 1267
Price: Free (Premium version available)
Whatever security software you have installed on your system, they won’t protect your system becoming a mess if you keep installing and later removing software from your machine. The problem is, all sorts of files end up all over your PC, filetype configuration can get confused, your Registry ends up with irrelevant entries and startup items are left on your machine and it takes longer to boot.
The ideal scenario would be a virtual manager. Microsoft Virtual PC 2007 is a free virtual manager, but you’ll need to install another copy of Windows on top of your existing OS. That means you’ll require another license and some lowly editions of Vista do not like virtualisation at all. You’ll then run an OS on top of an OS and use this virtual machine for your testing. Not always ideal.
Returnil Virtual System is a virtual manager with a different. Instead of running a virtual OS, it will mimic your current system partition and load this in to memory. You can then install and play with software you’ve downloaded, then come out of this virtual system without leaving a single trace on your installed operating system. Your Registry will not be affected at all. Should you then wish to install properly, you can do this safely, knowing it won’t affect your Windows installation.
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Very good and useful program
Returnil is a top class security product for everyone, and especially recommended for people that like to download and install various things to their PC's (don't we all). When you get into it, it is very easy to use. If you happen to get infected, simply reboot and Returnil makes all the magic for you - your PC is clean. Highly recommended product!
Posted by: Kevin 78 18 Apr 2011
Excellent!
This program is first class and is extremely easy to use. It has enabled me to test numerous programs without affecting my system. A wonderful addition to your software library if you like to check out new programs. Many grateful thanks to the Returnil team.
Posted by: Don Stuart 11 Mar 2009