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Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2

Microsoft's release should retain its browser base but doesn't yet have enough to lure loyal Firefox users back to Internet Explorer.

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Firefox 3

If only for the speed, lightness of being and security alone, Firefox remains our Editors' Choice for best internet browser.

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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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Avast Antivirus 4.7 Home Edition

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

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Kaspersky Internet Security 6

Kaspersky Internet Security 6 provides thorough protection against online threats, but ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite 6 remains a better buy.

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Twitter targeted by malware attacks

Microblogging service Twitter has started to be targeted by online criminals with malware.

Google calls for users to report malicious sites

Google is hoping users of its search engine will report "bad sites" to help the company fight criminals exploiting the company's infrastructure to distribute malware.

Google: AFL Saints have a devilish site

Google reckons you'd be a fool to want to visit the Web site of the St. Kilda Saints' AFL team.

"Trusted" Web sites can no longer be trusted

Restricting your Web surfing to "trusted" sites is no longer enough to keep your machine safe from malicious software, according to security experts. Many of today's most popular sites draw on content produced by third parties such as advertisements, widgets or user-contributed content. This content can be used as vehicles for distributing malware without the knowledge of the site's owner.

Fake Yahoo site phishes for identities

A Web site designed to look like an official Yahoo service offering free games, but is most likely designed to facilitate ID theft, has been discovered by Internet security firm Trend Micro.

How to avoid suspicious Web sites

Nine tips to help you spot -- and avoid -- scandalous, spoofed, and spyware-prone Web sites.

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.

How to family-proof your PC

You may be savvy about computer security, but what about your family and friends? Before loved ones wreak havoc on your files, download these precautionary apps.

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.

Windows Vista Basics

Vista is more than a pretty new face for Windows; it has a bunch of new and re-designed features. We show you the ropes and help you get the most of Microsoft's lastest OS.

50 significant moments from internet history

We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet.

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.

An inside look at Windows Vista

Now set to ship in January 2007, Windows Vista will be Microsoft's first major operating system release since it introduced Windows XP in 2001.

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A-squared Anti-Malware 4.0.0.50

Enhance your PC's defenses with extra shield against malware.

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MAXsecure Anti-Virus 9

Scan e-mails and Web sites to prevent viruses.

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Ashampoo AntiSpyWare 2.04

Protect yourself against the full spectrum of Internet malware threats including rootkits.

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Brightfilter Parental Control 2008 2.0.0.9

Set filters for your PC to prevent your children from browsing adult sites and to block malware.

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Avira AntiVir Personal - Free Antivirus 8.2.0.334

Detect and remove more than viruses from your computer.