Tags: network, privacy

ZoneAlarm Security Suite

ZoneAlarm Security Suite puts Norton Internet Security and McAfee Internet Security to shame with its easy-to-use features.

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Linksys WET54G Wireless-G Ethernet bridge

This wireless bridge does a competent job at connecting Ethernet devices to a wireless network or extending a WLAN's range, but its price is relatively high.

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McAfee Internet Security Suite 2005

Although ZoneAlarm's personal security tools are better overall, McAfee Internet Security 2005 offers richer, more configurable tools than Norton.

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McAfee AntiSpyware 2005

McAfee's AntiSpyware 2005 does a good job of spyware removal, if you can get past its IE-centric model and clunky update features.

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AVG Internet Security 8.0

AVG Internet Security 8.0 provides strong protection against malicious Web sites, but its full-system scans sometimes tax system resources and produce false positives.

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Facebook fires up IM, ratchets up privacy

New privacy controls give users more choices on what gets shown; also, Facebook Chat is due in the not too distant future.

Bosses can snoop on staff e-mails 'to fight terror'

The Greens and privacy advocates have hit back against proposed laws to allow companies to snoop on their workers' e-mails, but Deputy Prime Minister Julia Gillard has said the laws are needed to protect vital electronic infrastructure from terrorist attacks.

Mobile ads: A threat to your privacy?

Your mobile phone is a potential gold mine for marketers: It can reveal where you are, whom you call and even what music you like.

Logged in or out, Facebook is watching you

Researchers at software vendor CA have discovered that social networking site Facebook is able to track the buying habits of its users on affiliated third-party sites even when they are logged out of their account or have opted out of its controversial "Beacon" tracking service.

Apple's iTunes raises privacy concerns

A new version of Apple Computer's popular iTunes software, released on Tuesday, is drawing barbs from privacy advocates for sending information about computer users' playlists back to Apple.

How to secure your wireless network

As convenient as wireless networks are to use, they can also be easy to hack if you don't have the proper security.

Share files and printers across your network

Make your PCs share files and printers, even if they're running different operating systems.

DIY: Setting up a Wi-Fi home network

With a broadband connection and a wireless network, you can get blazingly fast access on multiple computers throughout your home.

Geotagging your digital photos

Struggling to keep control of your growing collection of digital photos? Breathe easy — you're not alone.

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.

What's the best website for geotagged photos?

Photo-sharing websites are getting better at handling pictures based on where they were taken. Our top pick is Flickr, with smugmug and Google's Picasa tied for second place.

Newbie's guide to Facebook

What is Facebook and why should you use it?

Skype starter kit: update

Skype, a pioneer that kick-started the mass uptake of VoIP phone calls, has grown into an Internet phenomenon with over 100 million users and still counting. If you haven't jumped on the Skype bandwagon yet, CNET.com.au will show you how.

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.

FAQ: What to do with your Yahoo photos

Yahoo Photos will begin shutting down on September 20. What should you do if you have pictures there?

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Seamless Secure Internet Browsing 1.0.9

Secure your web use with 256-bit encrypted VPN tunnel.

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WinASO EasyTweak 2.1.3

Optimize your system, speed up network connection, and enhance privacy protection.

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Haxial KDX Server 1.1

Protect the security and privacy of your communications.

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Haxial KDX Client 1.1

Protect the security and privacy of your communications.

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imeem 2.4.38.2476

Chat and share media with your friends.

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