N-Shield

N-Shield is a small software application whose purpose is to help you block unwanted processes using straightforward features. The tool’s aim is to add an extra layer of protection in order to restrict malware or malicious processes from infiltrating in your system.

The advantages of being portable

The utility comes in a portable package which can be deployed on your system without having to go through installation steps. You can gain quick access to the program’s GUI by simply running the EXE file.
Good news is that the app doesn’t store configuration data and write entries in your Windows registry, so you can run it without administrative privileges on the target system. Plus, you may copy it on any USB flash drive and carry it with you.

Intuitive layout

N-Shield reveals a clean feature lineup that offers an overview panel with general information about the status of the protection. Smart buttons implemented in the GUI enable you to quickly start or stop the protection field.
Statistics are also revealed about the number of items found in the whitelist and blacklist, number of active processes and blocked items, last blocked date, as well as total number of detected files. Additionally, the log records information about all your actions, date and time.
Each time a process tries to run, the program displays a popup notification that allows you to block or ignore it.

Reg shield available only for Windows XP

The Reg Shield panel gives you the power to disable the registry editor, task manager, CMD, folder options, hidden and system files, and tray menu, as well as lock taskbar. Additionally, you may block add/remove program, remove page, and Win setup page options, and turn off several network parameters, such as entire network, file sharing, network setup, print sharing and workgroup content.

Manage processes and configure several settings

N-Shield gives you the possibility to view all running processes on your system, refresh the list with a single click, kill the selected items, as well as scan for viruses.
Plus, you can view the blocked processes and allow permission for running for the selected ones, configure a blacklist and whitelist, as well as analyze suspicious files. Last but not least, you can run the app at Windows startup and activate the ‘Anti Exe Mode’ for blocking items from both the whitelist and blacklist.

An overall efficient guardian against malicious programs

All in all, N-Shield comes with a decent feature pack for helping you block unwanted processes, and is suitable for rookies and professionals alike.