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Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010

Going by older detection and removal numbers, Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware offers competent if basic security protection. However, so do many free competitors. This year, we recommend giving Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010 a pass.

Trend Micro Internet Security Pro 2010

Trend Micro Internet Security Pro's broad feature set combined with its look and feel make it a serious contender, but questionable efficacy and middling performance mean it's a program we're not recommending for this year.

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Reviews

  • Ad-Aware Anniversary Edition 8.0

    The Anniversary Edition continues the publisher's tradition of adroitly addressing user concerns, but is still not quite perfect.

  • Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 2009

    You can't beat the price. For a good, basic internet security suite, we recommend Trend Micro Internet Security 2009.

  • Ad-Aware 2008

    This year's update to user favourite Ad-Aware is quite a significant overhaul, and the result is faster scan times and a new interface.

  • Microsoft Windows Defender

    Microsoft Windows Defender is perhaps the best free antispyware application we looked at this year, but it's lacking when compared to brand-name antivirus-plus-antispyware solutions.

  • Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6

    Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6 is light and fast and consistently wins detection awards against the competition; it's worthy of our Editors' Choice designation.

  • Internet Explorer 7 Beta 3

    Microsoft has changed the look and feel of its venerable browser while adding some much-needed security features.

  • Eudora 7

    Eudora 7 is a good choice for e-mail users who manage lots of messages and need better searching than Microsoft Outlook provides.

  • Trend Micro Anti-Spyware 3

    Trend Micro Anti-Spyware 3 is a solid and easy-to-use choice for your antispyware protection.

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Features

  • Spyware Central: Glossary

    Definitions for commonly used spyware terms.

  • Spyware Central: Frequently Asked Questions

    Check here to see answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about spyware.

  • Spyware Central

    A complete guide to battling spyware, including reviews of twelve antispyware applications, downloads, FAQ, a spyware glossary of terms, and other helpful resources.

  • Top 10 downloads of the past 10 years

    When CNET Download.com joined the Web in 1996, online software distribution was the exception, not the norm. A lot sure can change in 10 years! Could you live without these top 10 applications from Download.com? You probably could, but we don't suggest you try.

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DIYs and How-to

  • How to avoid suspicious websites

    Nine tips to help you spot — and avoid — scandalous, spoofed and spyware-prone websites.

  • The best ways to back up your data

    Backing up your hard drive is something you should do regularly, but because of forgetfulness, the unpleasantness, or just plain laziness, you put it off. Before you know it, the drive takes a dive, and all your files are gone for good.

  • Beat back that Trojan horse

    Accidents happen. Somewhere, somehow you've clicked the wrong link and a Trojan horse has piled your PC with adware and spyware. Learn some basic techniques for beating back the assailants.

  • Outsmart spyware

    Avoid spyware or save yourself if you end up infected.

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Downloads

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