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Norton Internet Security 2005 Antispyware Edition (beta)
Symantec's unique approach to antispyware solutions might be superior to others, but adding it to Norton Internet Security really slows your PC to a crawl.
Norton Confidential beta
While Norton Confidential beta from Symantec aims to protect your online transactions, and its antisphishing toolbar compares favourably to Netcraft's own offering, we found the Norton package to be overly large, including many other Symantec applets that seem unnecessary.
Norton AntiVirus 2005
Norton adds worm protection to Norton AntiVirus 2005, but for the price, the company should have added a full firewall instead.
Trend Micro PcCillin Internet Security 2005
Trend Micro's PC-cillin Internet Security is an excellent all-in-one antivirus/firewall solution that won't break the bank.
F-Secure Internet Security 2005
F-Secure Internet Security 2005 is the Mercedes-Benz of Internet security suites, offering first-rate tools in one well-integrated package.
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'.
Smaller, more agile security software gets it right
I have an evolving theory that the best software today is coming from newer and more agile companies.
Why you should ditch Norton AntiVirus
There's a lot of choice when it comes to antivirus software, but why not get the most features for your money? We looked at the latest from Norton, McAfee and Trend Micro and picked our new favourite pretty decisively.
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
Microsoft will wipe Sony's 'rootkit'
Microsoft will update its security tools to detect and remove part of the copy protection tools installed on PCs when some music CDs are played.
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