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Sandboxie 3.56

  -  1.89 MB  -  Open Source
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Sometimes latest versions of the software can cause issues when installed on older devices or devices running an older version of the operating system.

Software makers usually fix these issues but it can take them some time. What you can do in the meantime is to download and install an older version of Sandboxie 3.56.


For those interested in downloading the most recent release of Sandboxie (32-bit) or reading our review, simply click here.


All old versions distributed on our website are completely virus-free and available for download at no cost.


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What's new in this version:

* Notable enhancements: 
- Experimental Protection for 64-bit editions of Sandboxie.
- Program groups may reference other progarm groups, and may be used in Start/Run and Internet Access Restrictions.
- Block 16-bit programs from starting or running in the sandbox.
- Cmd.exe running under Sandboxie maintains the correct current directory even for SUBST drives or junction points.
- New Start.exe /wait option, documented in the Start Command Line page. 
* Usability enhancements: 
- "Run Sandboxed" dialog windows include an explanation for the Drop Rights checkbox.
- Desktop.ini files do not appear in Quick Recovery and Immediate Recovery pop-up windows.
- Improved the "Rename Sandbox" command, and the "Create New Sandbox" command can copy settings from an existing sandbox. 
* Problems Fixed: 
- Some issues with acclerated rendering by recent versions of browsers.
- Some issues with printing to a network printer on Windows 7.
- Some issues where the SandboxieCrypto process remains lingering in the sandbox after other programs already ended.
- Some issues with Sandboxie Control not starting at the end of installation, where User Account Controls (UAC) is active.
- A problem that prevented installation of ActiveX components when Internet Explorer was running under Sandboxie.
- A problem that caused Sandboxie to refuse to install on some 64-bit systems.
- A problem with Immediate Recovery to a path which was too long to display in full. 
* Improved compatibility with: 
- Office 2010 Protected Mode.
- Media players: The KMPlayer, PotPlayer, Media Player Classic - Home Cinema.
- Security Software: F-Secure 2011, McAfee Total Protection, Sophos Anti-Virus, Trend Micro Browser Guard 2011, Trusteer Rapport, Vipre Antivirus, WehnTrust HIPS for 2000/XP/2003.
- Other software: Babylon, DragonSaga, File-Ex, Nitro PDF 6.

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