Spybot - Search & Destroy©® 2.0 will be the next generation of our popular anti-spyware software. It is currently in public beta and you can help us make the final version rock solid by testing and reporting bugs.

The most important changes compared to Spybot-S&D 1.6.2 include:

• New modern user interface.
• User friendly Start Center to easily discover and start all program parts.
• Live Protection allowing you to block and remove detected malware (temporarly removed in Beta 5).
• More than 60 new assistance dialogs for beginners.
• Easier browser selection for immunization.
• Fully automated update process. No more manual weekly updates required!
• Faster scanning speed. The final version will be even faster.
• 10-ary threat severity scale.
• Much improved program startup speed.
• Support for Google Chrome.
• Optional heuristic scans.
• Advanced self protection against manipulation by malware.
• Functionality of RunAlyzer and RootAlyzer is now integrated into Spybot-S&D.
• Advanced protection against false positives (thanks to whitelists).
• Integrated rescue CD creator.
• Signature editor included. Create your own detection rules!
• Spybot-S&D can now even scan your iPhone for spyware.
• Windows Security Center integration.

You want to try Spybot-S&D 2.0 right now and help with beta testing? Here are the simple steps to do so:

1. Download the current beta from one of our mirrors (see below on this page).
2. Install it on a test PC (real or virtualized).
3. Discuss with other testers in our forum and report all bugs you find with our bug reporting form. Please include as much details as possible in your reports.
4. Stay informed about new beta releases and other news about 2.0 development via Facebook, on Twitter or with our RSS-Feed.

The current minimum system requirements for Spybot-S&D 2.0 are:

• Windows XP SP2 or newer
• 512 MB RAM when you are using Windows XP
• 1 GB RAM when you are using Windows Vista or Windows 7
• 300 MB free hard disk space