What is PunkBuster Anti-Cheat System?

I was installing the game “Fear Perseus Mandate” and something poped up and said, “Do you want to install the PunkBuster(TM) anti-cheat system?” What is this and what does it do?

Answer #1

PunkBuster is a computer program that is designed to detect software used for cheating in online games. It does this by scanning the memory contents of the local machine. A computer identified as using cheats may be banned from connecting to protected servers. The aim of the program is to isolate cheaters and prevent them from disrupting legitimate games. PunkBuster is developed and published by Even Balance, Inc.

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Answer #2

pb is only used for mp… so if your not planning on playing mp you dont need to install it. pb bans your hardware if your caught cheating so rebuying the game doesnt work, jfyi ;)

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