Tags: malware, registry

Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7

Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7 continues to outshine its competition with its ease of use combined with thorough antivirus protection.

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ZoneAlarm Anti-Spyware 6

ZoneAlarm Anti-Spyware 6 catches most spyware and provides a deep level of protection but requires more user intervention than its competitors.

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Avast Antivirus 4.7 Home Edition

Avast Antivirus 4.7 Home edition works fairly well for a free antivirus protection.

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Norton Internet Security 2008

While Symantec's protection is solid, the overall user experience within Norton Internet Security 2008 could be much, much better. Not all the features work together and use fewer system resources.

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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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Trend Micro rolls out 2009 suite

Late last week Trend Micro released its Internet Security 2009 and Internet Security Pro 2009 products, touting enhanced performance, features and better end-user education.

Windows Vista's new security features

The new operating system won't be out until late 2006, but here's a look at some of the new security features expected

Putting Vista in the fast lane

The forthcoming Windows Vista will be primed to keep PCs from slowing down over time, Microsoft says.

How to use Ad-Aware 2007

The free spyware-removal program from Lavasoft is currently one of the most popular on CNET.com.au's Downloads, but after downloading it, many users can be confused by the process of getting started. This guide will walk you through the normal installation, set-up and use of Ad-Aware.

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.

Dual boot Windows XP and Vista

Already got XP installed, but want to try Vista? Here's how to run both at once.

DIY: Master your Windows processes

Suffering from a slow PC, but bamboozled by what's going on with Windows Task Manager? Here is some software that will take the mystery out of what's going on with your system processes.

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.

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.

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Venak and AVenak Detection Malware Scanner

Scan your system for unknown viruses, worms, trojans, spies, and Rootkits using MPS technology.

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Malware Defender 1.1.3

Protect your system from all forms of malware.

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Norman Malware Cleaner 2008.06.02

Detect and remove specific malicious software.

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Malware Sweeper Free 2.2

Remove destructive malware from your computer.

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Malware Scanner 2.1.0.5

Protect your system from various Active X-based threats.