Software : System utilities
PC Tools Internet Security 2010 (1 User, 3 PCs)
Reviewed on 06/12/2009 03:37 AMWe're big fans of PC Tools Internet Security's ThreatFire component, and the overall toolset that PC Tools provides is robust, but the suite could be both faster and easier to use.
Norton AntiVirus 2010 (1 User, 1 PC)
Reviewed on 26/09/2009 03:37 AMNorton AntiVirus 2010 builds on the immense progress made in last year's version, maintaining a low system profile while strengthening its security framework. It's not perfect, but even Symantec's detractors should check it out.
Trend Micro Internet Security 2010
Reviewed on 01/09/2009 03:37 AMTrend Micro Internet Security Pro's broad feature set combined with its look and feel make it a serious contender, but its questionable efficacy and middling performance make it a program we're not recommending.
Trend Micro Internet Security Pro 2010
Reviewed on 01/09/2009 03:37 AMTrend Micro Internet Security Pro's broad feature set combined with its look and feel make it a serious contender, but questionable efficacy and middling performance mean it's a program we're not recommending for this year.
Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010
Reviewed on 01/09/2009 03:37 AMGoing by older detection and removal numbers, Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware offers competent if basic security protection. However, so do many free competitors. This year, we recommend giving Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010 a pass.
Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 (1-Year License)
Reviewed on 01/09/2009 03:37 AMKaspersky Internet Security 2010 is a full-featured security suite, and the 2009 version scored well on independent antivirus detection and removal tests. However, be prepared to pay a premium for what you're getting.
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2010 (CD-ROM, 1-Year License)
Reviewed on 01/09/2009 03:37 AMKaspersky Anti-Virus 2010 offers pricey antivirus protection. The 2009 version scored well on independent antivirus detection and removal tests, but be prepared to pay a premium for what you're getting.
Panda Internet Security 2009
Reviewed on 11/12/2008 03:37 AMPanda Internet Security 2009 is vastly improved in speed and effectiveness over last year, but could use a little more work on specific features and technical support.
Eset Smart Security 3
Reviewed on 06/12/2008 03:39 AMEset Smart Security 3 offers best of breed antimalicious software protection without a lot of extras.
Avira AntiVir Personal 8
Reviewed on 05/12/2008 03:37 AMAntiVir Personal 8 provides more than adequate malicious-software protection, but for the price, we expected more features and polish.
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