Yes it’s true that you can run infected files on your system without getting the system infected. Sandboxie is an Application that allows you to do so. This is useful in circumstances where you have a USB device or installing a not so known file on your computer. Sandboxie can help you install the program even if it is infected without getting your system affected.
Sandboxie is not a Anti-Virus software and having an updated antivirus program is still the best way to keep your system safe.
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