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CA Internet Security Suite 2007

CA Internet Security Suite 2007 feels like a pasted-together trial version of what CA offers in terms of consumer protection. The suite fails to integrate and lacks antiphishing, antirootkit, and basic IM protection found elsewhere.

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Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 2007

Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 2007 was hard to install and produced several noticeable glitches that distracted us from the benefits of the suite.

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Billion BiPAC 7402G

An 802.11g wireless router with an integrated ADSL modem suitable for multiple PC homes and small offices.

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Norton Internet Security 2005

There's little new in Norton Internet Security for upgraders, and newbies can do much better with ZoneAlarm Security Suite.

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ZoneAlarm Internet Security 6.0

ZoneAlarm Security Suite puts Norton and McAfee to shame with its easy-to-use triple-layer firewall, antivirus, antispam and now antispyware features.

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Outward bound with Vista's new firewall

Microsoft is promising that in Windows Vista all inbound connections will be blocked by default, whereas all outbound connections will be allowed by default, other than by exception. What does that mean? Well, it's less than you might think.

Windows Vista's half-cocked firewall

The new Windows Firewall in Windows Vista allows outbound connections by default.

Killer Downloads: Your PC needs a firewall

Protect your PC from Internet nasties by installing one of these easy-to-configure and free software firewalls.

Microsoft takes down barrier in Vista firewall

The firewall in Windows Vista will, by default, have half its protection turned off because that is what enterprise customers have requested, according to the software giant.

Cyberattack alert service helps Aussies Stay Smart

The Federal government has launched a new security alert service for small business and home users, aimed at helping Australians protect themselves from cyberattack.

DIY: Parents' guide to online safety

Your children will surf the Web, chat, and download files. With some help from these software tools, you can protect them while they do what kids do.

DIY: Firewalls stop intruders cold

If you haven't downloaded last week's adware and spyware stoppers yet, get cracking. This week, check out your first and strongest line of defense: a firewall. Here are our top picks.

Ten things you should do to a new PC before surfing the Web

A Microsoft Windows PC that has not been updated for security vulnerabilities will be compromised by some from of malware within minutes of connecting to the Internet. Take steps to protect yourself before you start Web surfing.

How to build a wireless network

CNET.com.au's step-by-step guide to using a wireless router to share an Internet connection and build a wireless network at home.

File sharing between XP, Vista and OS X on a local network

You've got a Mac and a PC hooked up to a local network, and you'd like to share files between them. Thing is, file sharing isn't easy. No sweat! CNET.com.au walks you through setting up file sharing on OS X, Vista and XP.

Sweet security: three Internet security suites compared

Without a corporate IT staff or gateway antivirus and firewall solutions, small businesses and home desktop users need some kind of protection from hackers and other Internet security threats.

Spyware Central: Frequently Asked Questions

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

Cover your assets: software firewalls that work

We review three software firewall applications to see which one is easiest to install and offers the best protection and value.

Sweet Internet security suites

If you're like most people, mixing and matching antivirus and firewall protection requires too much work.

Windows XP SP2: almost here

Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) promises serious security fixes, and it's almost here. But you may not want to jump on it too fast. We'll tell you why.

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DualDesk 19.0.7

Manage a remote PC.

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XP Firewall Viewer

Get quick access to your Internet connection firewall log file.

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Secure Accelerator 1.5.6

Accelerate and secure your Internet connection and protect your privacy.

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