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MySQL vs Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool
Both stand on data migration tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APILinuxMac+2
Visit MySQL Free plan Windows
Pick MSRT if you want a free Windows tool for periodic cleanup of prevalent malware, with background delivery or an on-demand standalone scan. Look elsewhere if you need full-fledged antimalware protection, since Microsoft explicitly says MSRT is not a replacement for it.
Visit Windows Malicious Software Removal ToolThe facts
| MySQL | Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 18 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool |
| Website | mysql.com | microsoft.com |
| On data migration tools | #5 of 25 | #9 of 25 |
MySQL: what it does well
Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool: what it does well
- Free to use on Windows.
- Runs in the background through Windows Update when automatic updates are enabled.
- Standalone downloads can be run on demand.
- Standalone scans report threats found and removed and create a log.
- Supports multiple languages and specified Windows client and Server releases.
What to know first
- Targets prevalent malware families only.
- Microsoft says it is not a replacement for full-fledged antimalware.
- Requires local administrator privileges.
- Windows is the only listed platform.
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