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McAfee VirusScan Plus 2007

Despite a face-lift, the redesigned McAfee VirusScan Plus continues to consume system resources and leaves its customer support lacking.

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McAfee VirusScan 2006

With VirusScan 2006, McAfee greatly enhances user protection against spyware and adware threats but slows your system down in the process.

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McAfee VirusScan Home 9.0

Improved customer support and spyware detection once again make McAfee VirusScan a contender, but new users should opt for a combined antivirus and firewall package instead.

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Norton AntiVirus 2009

Norton AntiVirus 2009 hits all the right security notes, and its superior protection technologies might even win back some jaded anti-Symantec folks, though for some, technical support may continue to frustrate.

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McAfee Internet Security 2009

Once it's up and running, McAfee Internet Security 2009 is competitive with Norton on speed, detection, and removal of malicious software.

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Symantec wants another chance

Computer security firm Symantec this week claimed 300 changes in the new versions of Norton Internet Security and Antivirus would address past performance problems.

Symantec updates Norton products

Symantec on Tuesday announced Norton AntiVirus 2007 and Norton Internet Security 2007, updated versions of the company's widely used security software for consumers.

Symantec warns users over Bluetooth security

With Bluetooth wireless features fast becoming commonplace on mobile devices, users need to be aware of the security vulnerabilities linked to the technology, said a Symantec executive.

Don't buy stand-alone antivirus: Trend Micro

Stand-alone antivirus applications were dangerous because they could not adequately protect users and so created a false sense of security, according to the top malware expert at Trend Micro. However, the company continues to sell its stand-alone antivirus app because of 'customer demand'.

Norton AntiVirus gets a spotty update

Symantec has released Norton AntiVirus 11 for Mac OS X Leopard.

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.

DIY: Wipe Your Hard Drive Clean

Get out your virtual scrub brush and let's get busy. A full Windows reinstall is the ultimate cure-all for inexplicable errors, crashes and glitches. Our step-by-step primer leads the way.

CNET 2007 antivirus performance test scores

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

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?

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Norton AntiVirus Definitions Update (x86 Package) 11/05/2008

Update Norton AntiVirus virus definitions and antivirus products of multiple versions.

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XenCare SoftLock 2.0

Protect the computer by a single mouse click lock/unlock feature.

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Norton Internet Security 2009

Protect yourself from all forms of Web-based attacks.

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WormScanner 2.3

Find out if you have the Autostart 9805 worm.

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