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  • 6.0 2.5

    CA Anti-Virus Plus CA Anti-Spyware 2008

    23 Oct 2007 5:27 PM

    CA Anti-Virus Plus CA Anti-Spyware 2008 holds the middle ground this year, featuring faster code but lacking any compelling "must-have" features.

  • 8.1

    Fix-It Utilities 6.0 Professional

    19 Sep 2005 3:06 PM

    While it has more useful tools than Norton SystemWorks, Fix-It Utilities Professional 6.0 still lags behind System Mechanic Pro.

  • 6.8

    McAfee VirusScan 2006

    21 Nov 2005 3:43 PM

    With VirusScan 2006, McAfee greatly enhances user protection against spyware and adware threats but slows your system down in the process.

  • 6

    Norton AntiVirus 2006

    21 Nov 2005 3:38 PM

    Norton AntiVirus 2006 improves its detection and removal of spyware and adware but lags behind the more proactive McAfee VirusScan 2006.

  • 8

    McAfee Internet Security Suite 2006

    04 Nov 2005 2:32 PM

    McAfee Internet Security Suite 2006 packs a powerful protection arsenal -- but it's far too slow. Loyal McAfee users should upgrade for the automatic spyware and phishing blockers, but the rest of us should seek security elsewhere, such as ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite 6.

  • 7.4 2

    ZoneAlarm Anti-Spyware 6

    22 May 2006 12:42 PM

    ZoneAlarm Anti-Spyware 6 catches most spyware and provides a deep level of protection but requires more user intervention than its competitors.

  • F-Secure Internet Security 2006

    31 Jan 2006 9:40 PM

    F-Secure Internet Security 2006 provides reliable protection against viruses, spam and other online menaces. Although its spyware defence needs work, F-Secure is a steadfast defender and a solid, affordable choice for newcomers.

  • 9.2

    Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 2006

    04 Feb 2006 5:24 PM

    PC-cillin Internet Security 2006 has a few shortcomings, but overall it's an affordable and feature-packed security suite that reliably defends against online threats.

  • 7.3

    Tenebril SpyCatcher Express 2006

    30 May 2006 9:46 AM

    An easy-to-use interface and effective handling of spyware make either the free or paid version of Tenebril SpyCatcher an excellent addition to your PC's defense arsenal.

  • WinBackup 2 Professional

    13 Mar 2006 3:17 PM

    WinBackup 2 Professional, a well-designed file-backup program for Windows, is intuitive and powerful; it's a solid buy for small-business owners.

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