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Seven essential free software apps for a new PC

Once you get that new Windows 7 computer, here are the apps you need to install.

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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Reviews

  • 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.

  • Lavasoft Anti-Virus Helix

    Lavasoft, the publisher behind Ad-Aware security apps, unveils its first full-fledged antivirus application. Why is it nearly identical to Avira AntiVir?

  • Kaspersky Internet Security 2009

    Kaspersky Internet Security 2009 provides adequate protection, but the program itself could use some work in telling the user what's going on.

  • McAfee Internet Security 2009

    Once it's up and running, McAfee Internet Security 2009 is competitive with Norton on speed, detection, and removal of malicious software.

  • 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.

  • Norton Internet Security 2009

    Norton Internet Security 2009 hits all the right security notes and its superior protection technologies might even win back some jaded anti-Symantec folks, though the lack of adequate technical support may continue to frustrate.

  • ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite 2009

    ZoneAlarm Internet Security 2009 provides top-notch security protection that is light on system resources, allowing you to work unencumbered.

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Features

  • Top anti-spyware software

    If you are using a Windows machine or even a Mac running Windows in a virtual environment, you need to pay attention to security. To get you started, we've rounded up the top free anti-spyware software options.

  • Toolbar tussle for Internet Explorer

    Google and Yahoo have recent updates for their toolbars for Internet Explorer. How do they compare? Is one so much better than the other that you should switch your favourite search and Web mail provider?

  • CNET 2008 antivirus performance test scores

    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.

  • FAQ: Getting a handle on Windows Vista

    The new version of Windows makes its debut for businesses. Here's what you can expect.

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  • Is RealPlayer spying on you?

    Users of RealPlayer media player are being warned that multiple versions of the software contains spyware.

  • Promiscuous laptops

    Laptops now outsell desktops, and more and more locations are offering free public Wi-Fi networks. Yet there are no formal recommendations on how one should secure a laptop on a public wireless network. Here's an attempt to formalise some best practices.

  • Security Watch: That Windows XP service pack called Vista

    Most of the touted security enhancements in Windows Vista don't appear in the Home Premium and Basic versions, and what's there could have fit into a free Windows XP Service Pack instead.

  • Experts: Don't buy Vista for the security

    Experts: Don't buy Vista for the security

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DIYs and How-to

  • Security Starter Kit: Apps to protect your PC

    Viruses, spyware, rootkits, hackers — a new PC can be susceptible to the most insidious of plots. We've devised a list of essential and free security programs to protect your computer and your sanity.

  • 101 software tips, tweaks and tricks

    Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and its most important applications.

  • Tech support for your parents

    Perhaps the best gift you can give your parents this Christmas is some tech support. We offer some guidance on how to keep their sanity and yours.

  • Windows Vista 101: an overview of the basics

    Microsoft's newest operating system may have arrived in early 2007, but many people are still reluctant to make the switch. But is now the time to upgrade from XP? What's changed? Take a look at this tutorial to learn everything you need to know about basic Windows Vista operation.

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