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Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7

Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7 continues to outshine its competition with its ease of use combined with thorough antivirus protection.

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Norton AntiVirus 2008

As we await final code and therefore test results on the overall performance of this year's version of Norton AntiVirus, the new interface and features alone do not suggest an automatic KO in our latest antivirus roundup of 2008 products.

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Norton AntiVirus 2007

By rewriting much of the code, Symantec made Norton AntiVirus 2007 faster and lighter than its 2006 version, but a few glitches here and there keep us from granting it our Editors' Choice award.

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Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6

Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6 is light and fast and consistently wins detection awards against the competition; it's worthy of our Editors' Choice designation.

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Norton AntiVirus 2006

Norton AntiVirus 2006 improves its detection and removal of spyware and adware but lags behind the more proactive McAfee VirusScan 2006.

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Asus to launch laptops with instant-on feature

Five new laptop models from Asus will incorporate DeviceVM's Splashtop instant-on software.

'Bad guys' target mobile devices

Mobile devices are going to become the next big target for cyber criminals who will be helped by the greater availability of tools to develop software for them.

Numbers game: Macs safe but not so secure

The scalp of Mac OS X has been waved trophy-like after being hacked in controlled environments, yet security researchers are hard pressed remembering the last time a Mac was compromised in the wild.

Secure Internet stored in your pocket

CSIRO scientists have developed a device that will allow people to work on any computer without having to worry about whether it contains Internet viruses or trojans.

Dark Sector banned in Australia

Digital Extreme's sci-fi themed shooter gets refused classification in Australia due to high-impact violence.

Customise your Windows right-click menu

Whether saving Web images or scanning files for viruses, the right-click has become an essential action for most PC users. However, tweaking that right-click menu in Windows Explorer has never been an easy task ... until FileMenu Tools came along.

Tech support for your parents

Perhaps the best gift you can give your parents this Christmas is some tech support. We offer some guidance on how to keep their sanity and yours.

Speed up Vista

Whether you upgrade an older PC to Windows Vista or have bought a new PC with Vista installed, you might think the operating system doesn’t run as quickly as it should.

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.

Fast fixes for 10 common Wi-Fi problems

If wireless network problems are leaving you befuddled, these valuable tips can help you make a better connection.

CNET 2008 antivirus performance test scores

Kaspersky Anti-Virus earns our Editors' Choice as the best standalone antivirus application we reviewed this year. But, as the performance charts below show, the competition is knocking at the door.

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?

Q&A: Is Santa Rosa right for me?

Intel's vice president, Shmuel (Mooly) Eden speaks on how Intel intends to pursue first-time buyers, and educate the public on the new platform.

CNET 2007 antivirus performance test scores

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

Internet Explorer 7 vs. Firefox 2

We put the latest browsers from Microsoft and Mozilla head-to-head and see which one emerges victorious.

Inside Windows Live OneCare

If you run a home business or want your home desktop to receive 24/7 technical support, Windows Live OneCare may be the personal IT department option for you.

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Norton AntiVirus Definitions Update (i64 Package) 06/30/2008

Update virus definitions for your Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition and Norton 360 products for 64-bit Windows.

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Norton AntiVirus 2008 Definitions Update (Windows XP 64-bit/Vista 64-bit) 06/30/2008

Update virus definitions for your Norton AntiVirus and Internet Security 2008 64-bit products.

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Norton AntiVirus Definitions Update (x86 Package) 06/30/2008

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

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Norton AntiVirus Definitions Update (i32 Package) 06/30/2008

Update Norton virus definitions and antivirus products.

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Norton AntiVirus 2008 Definitions Update 06/30/2008

Update virus definitions for your Norton AntiVirus and Internet Security 2008 products.

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