USB Blocker

USB Blocker is a handy tool for keeping your computer safe from unwanted USB devices. While most of our data moves through the Internet these days, USB storage devices still play a big role. But here’s the catch: without proper security, nasty stuff can easily sneak onto your PC. That’s where USB Blocker comes in! It helps you prevent access to USB ports without the master password.

Getting Started with USB Blocker

Once you install USB Blocker on your computer, you can run it to see how it protects your portable devices. The interface is simple and all functions are easy to find in a compact window. It might not win any design awards, but there are themes available that let you tweak the look a bit.

Admin Account Setup

The first time you fire up the app, you'll need to use the default admin account, but don’t worry—you can change it later! Just make sure to remember this password; otherwise, you could end up locking yourself out of the USB ports completely. Good news though—your USB mouse and keyboard won’t be affected!

Lack of Device List

One downside is that USB Blocker doesn’t show you a list of connected devices. Instead, it automatically targets all storage devices plugged in via USB. You do have a few options like making content read-only or disabling certain features, but that’s about it.

User Experience Enhancements

I wish there were more ways to manage the locks—like accessing them through right-click menus or using hotkeys—but there’s a little trick that helps! If you assign a hotkey command from the Properties panel to the app's shortcut, you can launch it anytime without hunting for it on your screen.

The Bottom Line on USB Blocker

In summary, while USB Blocker has good intentions and offers some protection, it may leave you feeling a bit uneasy about control and safety. Since every storage device connected via USB gets targeted without showing which ones are blocked or keeping track of events, it's hard to feel fully secure.

If you're looking for an extra layer of protection for your computer's USB ports and want to give USB Blocker a try, check it out!