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McAfee VirusScan Home 9.0

Improved customer support and spyware detection once again make McAfee VirusScan a contender, but new users should opt for a combined antivirus and firewall package instead.

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McAfee VirusScan 2006

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

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Norton AntiVirus 2006

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

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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.

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AVG Anti-Virus 7.5 Professional Single Edition

AVG Anti-Virus 7.5 Professional Single Edition is a pretty good, no-frills virus scanner. But you'll need to purchase antispyware software for complete malware protection.

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Trojan horse targets Skype users

Miscreants have again adapted the Warezov Trojan horse to target Skype users, Websense Security Labs warned last week.

IM viruses finally come of age

Over the last four years, I've been saying that instant messaging (IM) is a security threat waiting to happen.

Norton AntiVirus gets a spotty update

Symantec has released Norton AntiVirus 11 for Mac OS X Leopard.

Symantec incorrectly flags Yahoo Mail as a virus

Yahoo's e-mail service is not infected with a computer virus, despite a warning from Symantec that says it is.

Your smart phone has a dumb virus

Here come mobile-device viruses, ready to shut down your phone on a whim or, worse, steal your identity.

DIY: How to expose hidden file extensions

Here's how to display the true extensions on email file attachments which will help keep your computer safe from viruses and worms concealed in hidden extensions.

Does using instant messaging make my computer vulnerable?

I want to use instant messaging but people keep telling me that if I use it anyone can hack into my computer and that there is no way to protect my PC. Is this true?

Secure your mobile wireless device

Worried about malware attacks on your mobile device? Discover software and tips to stop gate-crashing spyware, viruses, and thieves in their tracks.

Tech nightmares: Windows XP SP2

To exorcise Windows XP's security demons, Microsoft recently gave it a thorough overhaul in the shape of Service Pack 2. But -- surprise, surprise -- it's not perfect...

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.

Five net nasties and how to avoid them

From fraudster frogs on Facebook to dodgy music downloads: we look at five ways your data can be compromised online and how to stay safe from the scamsters.

Killer Downloads: Best antivirus software for your home PC

If your PC doesn't have virus protection, you're playing with fire. Jason Parker picks his three favourite antivirus utilities--and one's even free!

The secure Mac: myth or legend?

Apple computers have built a solid reputation on being virus-free, but is the reality different from the image?

Outlook horror stories

Microsoft Outlook is the Jekyll and Hyde of the Microsoft Office suite. When Outlook is good, it's very good. But when it's bad, it's a horror show.

Web 2.0 applications: Google vs. Yahoo vs. the world

CNET reviews Web 2.0 e-mail applications from major vendors Google, Yahoo, and Microsoft.

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eMailPal 5

Enhance your e-mail security and productivity.

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Spam Sleuth Lite 4.4

Monitor your e-mail box and protect it from spam.

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MailWasher Free 6.1.1.18

Block spam before it gets to your computer.

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MailWasher Free 6.1.1.18

Block spam before it gets to your computer.

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Email Sentinel Pro 2.7

Stop and quarantine any suspicious incoming e-mail.