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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.

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?

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.

Q&A: Is Santa Rosa right for me?

Intel's vice president, Shmuel (Mooly) Eden speaks on how Intel intends to pursue first-time buyers, and educate the public on the new platform.

CNET 2007 antivirus performance test scores

We hit the CNET Labs to compare the performance of antivirus apps.

Internet Explorer 7 vs. Firefox 2

We put the latest browsers from Microsoft and Mozilla head-to-head and see which one emerges victorious.

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.

Secure your smart phone

A mobile device virus could one day steal your identity or lock you out of your house. Here's what you need to know.

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.

PC Starter Kit: 20 Essential Free Downloads

What are the first programs you put on a new PC? Find 20 essential applications for any Windows computer, new or old.

CNET 2006 antivirus performance test scores

CNET Labs compares the performance of antivirus apps.

Dual-core desktop CPU bout: AMD vs. Intel

AMD and Intel both have dual-core CPUs out on the market, but which chip maker's technology is truly the best?

Optimise your spyware scans for faster, more effective results

Make your spyware scans run faster so you can get back to work sooner.

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!

Intel ready to ship dual-core processors

A new era for desktop CPUs has arrived with the introduction of the dual-core processor.

Spyware roundup

Hidden bits of code known as spyware may be broadcasting your innermost secrets to the world. Here's how to put a stop to it.

Tech trends: dual-core processors on the way

A new era for desktop CPUs has arrived with the introduction of the dual-core processor.

Inside Intel's Sonoma

Intel's latest portable computing platform is here. We lift the lid on the improved CPU, chipset and wireless components, and outline the benefits that mobile professionals are likely to experience.

Windows XP resource centre

Everything you need to know about Windows XP is here, including the latest Windows nightmares, the inside story on XP SP2's security, and links to downloads, reviews and Microsoft's own resources.

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