Security Software - Round-ups roundups

  • Security suites for 2010

    12 Nov 2009 11:40 AM

    Most vendors have updated their software solutions for 2010. We round-up what's on offer.

  • CNET 2008 antivirus performance test scores

    12 Nov 2007 2:10 PM

    Kaspersky Anti-Virus earns our Editors' Choice as the best standalone antivirus application we reviewed this year. But, as the performance charts below show, the competition is knocking at the door.

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  • PC Tools Internet Security 2010

    We're big fans of PC Tools Internet Security's ThreatFire component, and the overall toolset that PC Tools provides is robust, but the suite could be both faster and easier to use.

  • AVG Internet Security 9.0

    The feature-rich versions of popular security program AVG have been updated, with AVG Technologies claiming faster scan times, faster boot times and other under-the-hood improvements.

    Where to buy? Check price listings

  • Microsoft Security Essentials

    Microsoft Security Essentials is recommended for those who want something to set and ignore, but users who want more robust configuration choices or don't want to contribute to the cloud should look elsewhere.

    Where to buy? $119 to $642 at 4 stores