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Security suites for 2010
Most vendors have updated their software solutions for 2010. We round-up what's on offer.
McAfee Total Protection 2010: Photo gallery
McAfee Total Protection 2010 is the latest in McAfee's security stable to offer all the bells, whistles and options that the company can squeeze into one security suite. This program is nothing if not extensive, as the following screenshots show.
Reviews
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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.
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Mazda 2 Maxx 3-door hatch (2008)
Shame the spunky, new-age Mazda 2 Maxx doesn't come with direct iPod connectivity. You do get a 3.5mm auxiliary jack and an MP3-capable six CD changer.
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WWE SmackDown! vs. RAW 2008
With little notable improvement to the formula and steps backward in several key areas, SmackDown! vs. RAW 2008 is a big disappointment.
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Ad-Aware 2007
Lavasoft Ad-Aware 2007 came in dead last in our CNET antispyware testing. Ad-Aware failed to detect half of the test spyware, and unlike nine out of the 10 other antispyware apps we reviewed in December 2007, left behind traces for all but one spyware.
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Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac
Microsoft plans to release Office for Mac 2008 on January 15, making this the first update in about four years. We've tested beta versions of the new applications over the last month without running into glitches.
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Norton Internet Security 2008
While Symantec's protection is solid, the overall user experience within Norton Internet Security 2008 could be much, much better. Not all the features work together and use fewer system resources.
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McAfee Internet Security Suite 2008
McAfee Internet Security 2008 trounces Norton Internet Security 2008, offering a better designed product with more security tools.
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McAfee VirusScan Plus 2008
McAfee VirusScan Plus 2008's protection keeps up with the changing threats on the Internet, but the product doesn't excel, burdened by a user experience that's basically unchanged from last year.
Features
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Online transaction security: Tips for staying safe
Many people regularly bank and shop online with ease, confident that the millions of transactions that take place each day are secure. Good safeguards are in place, but as the internet is constantly susceptible to new threats, these best practices will help you keep your money and financial information safe.
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Best technology of 2008
As the year draws to a close, we take a look back at some of our favourite gadgets and goodies from 2008.
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The best new Windows programs of 2008
In 2008, there were several standout new applications and here are six of what we think are the best ones.
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2008: The best televisions
We look at the highlights of a year of televisions, from the best tech to the best bang for buck. Here is all the good stuff from 2008.
News
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Rickroll virus targets iPhones
An Australian has released a virus for the Apple iPhone, ikee, which replaces the infected device's background picture with an image of Rick Astley.
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Study: Twitter is 40% 'pointless babble'
Also notable in data firm Pear Analytics' breakdown of tweet species is that there's less spam than expected.
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Twitter, Facebook attack targeted one user
Accounts of pro-Georgian blogger were targeted in a denial-of-service attack that led to an outage at Twitter and problems at Facebook, Blogger and LiveJournal, Facebook CSO says.
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Stop using Adobe Acrobat Reader: F-Secure chief research officer
Acrobat Reader is garnering the lion's share of certain types of attacks this year so a security researcher says use another PDF reader.
DIYs and How-to
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DIY home surveillance with a webcam
Too cheap to buy a real home security system? A webcam gets you part of the way there. We examine a few inexpensive ways to do it with an old computer and some home security software.
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How to clean up your hard drive
Whether getting rid of an old computer or just making a clean start for your favourite hard drive, it's important to wipe it clean.
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How to avoid suspicious websites
Nine tips to help you spot — and avoid — scandalous, spoofed and spyware-prone websites.
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How to family-proof your PC
You may be savvy about computer security, but what about your family and friends? Before loved ones wreak havoc on your files, make sure you take these four basic security precautions.
Downloads
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Adware Removal Software
Protect your PC from spyware, Trojans, and spybots.
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PTZ Controller
Take control of your Pan-Tilt-Zoom cameras.
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Keystroke Interference
Protect your private information from keystroke logging software.
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Serv-U
Turn any PC with network connection into FTP site.
The Explain Series
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Get (laptop) smart before you buy
Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
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Microsoft Windows® 7. Your PC, simplified.
Windows® 7 has been designed to be more reliable, more responsive, and to make the things you do every day easier.
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Whereis® maps
If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.
Videos
Image Galleries
| Apple iPhone 3GS 32GB | 36 plans |  2% |
| Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB | 36 plans |  1% |
| Nokia N97 | 43 plans | 2% |
| Nokia 5800 XpressMusic | 43 plans | 1% |
| Sony Ericsson Satio | 14 plans | 1% |
| Apple mobile phones | 1% |
| Nokia mobile phones | 7% |
| Sony Ericsson mobile phones | 3% |
| Blackberry mobile phones | 3% |
| Samsung mobile phones | 1% |
