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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.
Spyware Terminator
This spyware scanner and removal tool does the job, but enabling some functions may cause slight slowdowns and it has a few bugs in Vista.
eTrust PestPatrol AntiSpyware 5 Home Edition
eTrust PestPatrol offers fast spyware protection, but you can find better protection with Lavasoft Ad-aware.
CA eTrust EZ Antivirus 7.1
eTrust EZ Antivirus 7.1 is a dependable antiviral crusader that's worth a look only if you're already running antispyware and firewall software.
Microsoft Windows Defender
Microsoft Windows Defender is perhaps the best free antispyware application we looked at this year, but it's lacking when compared to brand-name antivirus-plus-antispyware solutions.
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'.
"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.
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.
Web threats to surpass e-mail pests
By next year, Internet users can expect more cyberattacks to originate from the Web than via e-mail, security firm Trend Micro predicts.
JPEG worm found on Instant Messenger
Two reports of a worm that spread over AOL's Instant Messenger have been reported to US security body SANS.
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.
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.
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.
MCS Trojan Remover 2008 2.4
Get rid of trojans and viruses and never allow them to sneak onto your system again.
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