Software : System utilities
CA Internet Security Suite Plus 2009 (5-Users, Box Set, Download)
Reviewed on 25/11/2008 03:37 AMCA Internet Security Suite 2009 has made some modest gains over its previous efforts, but overall it lags behind its security suite competition in speed and effectiveness.
Kaspersky Internet Security 2009
Reviewed on 15/11/2008 03:37 AMKaspersky Internet Security 2009 provides adequate protection, but the program itself could use some work in telling the user what's going on.
McAfee Internet Security 2009
Reviewed on 13/12/2008 03:37 AMOnce it's up and running, McAfee Internet Security 2009 is competitive with Norton on speed, detection, and removal of malicious software.
ESET NOD32 3.0 Antivirus System (Windows)
Reviewed on 30/04/2008 03:37 AMEset NOD32 3.0 finally gets its interface right and, along with high-rated performance among independent testing labs, deserves consideration on your desktop.
Spyware Doctor 5.1
Reviewed on 13/03/2008 03:37 AMSpyware Doctor 5.1 could be more aggressive in removing all traces of found spyware.
ZoneAlarm Anti-Spyware 7.1
Reviewed on 10/03/2008 11:18 AMAt $20, ZoneAlarm Anti-Spyware is one of the least expensive paid antispyware option we reviewed, offers more features than other similar products, and remains one of the best.
Spy Sweeper 5.5
Reviewed on 10/03/2008 11:18 AMAlthough Webroot Spy Sweeper 5.5 scored well in CNET tests, it installs the Ask.com toolbar, which seems odd for antispyware product to do.
Windows Defender (version 1593)
Reviewed on 11/02/2009 03:37 AMWindows Defender is free and therefore should be a part of your desktop antispyware collection.
CounterSpy CD W/1 Yr Maint.
Reviewed on 25/06/2008 03:37 AM Sunbelt CounterSpy 2.0 distinguished itself in a crowded field by providing a clean, institutive interface and great test results.

