Top 10 Security Applications in October


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  1. Kaspersky Internet Security 2010

    Kaspersky Internet Security 2010

    Kaspersky is a strong security suite, but that the extra features available in Internet Security make it worthwhile to pay for, whereas the standard Kaspersky Anti-Virus doesn't offer enough on its own to compare favourably against high-performing, free antivirus programs.

    Tags: antivirus, firewall, kaspersky, russia, security, software

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  2. Trend Micro Internet Security Pro 2010

    Trend Micro Internet Security Pro 2010

    Trend 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.

    Tags: 2010, trend micro, internet security, pro, virus protection

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  3. Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010

    Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010

    Going 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.

    Tags: trend micro, antivirus, antispyware, 2010, virus protection

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  4. ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite 2009

    ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite 2009

    ZoneAlarm Internet Security 2009 provides top-notch security protection that is light on system resources, allowing you to work unencumbered.

    Tags: zonealarm, internet security suite, 2009, antivirus, check point

    Editor's rating:

    7.5

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    3.3

  5. Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 2009

    Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 2009

    You can't beat the price. For a good, basic internet security suite, we recommend Trend Micro Internet Security 2009.

    Tags: security, trend micro, internet, 2009, pc-cillin, antivirus, firewall, parental control

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    7.5

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    2.0

  6. Norton Internet Security 2009

    Norton Internet Security 2009

    Norton Internet Security 2009 hits all the right security notes and its superior protection technologies might even win back some jaded anti-Symantec folks, though the lack of adequate technical support may continue to frustrate.

    Tags: norton, security, 2009, anti-virus

    Editor's rating:

    8.0

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    8.0

  7. Norton Internet Security 2010

    Norton Internet Security 2010

    Norton Internet Security 2010 builds on the immense progress it 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.

    Tags: virus protection, norton, internet security, 2010

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  8. ESET NOD32 3.0 Antivirus System (Windows)

    ESET NOD32 3.0 Antivirus System (Windows)

    Eset NOD32 3.0 delivers an easy-to-use version of its award-winning antivirus engine. Although our performance testing was mixed, NOD32 continues to rank among the best-rated antivirus products by independent antivirus testing labs.

    Tags: eset, nod32, antivirus, windows

    Editor's rating:

    7.8

    User rating:

    5.3

  9. AVG Internet Security 8.0

    AVG Internet Security 8.0

    AVG Internet Security 8.0 provides strong protection against malicious Web sites, but its full-system scans sometimes tax system resources and produce false positives.

    Tags: internet security, avg, virus scanner, avg internet security 8

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    6.5

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    4.8

  10. Norton 360

    Norton 360

    For home and student use, we think Norton 360 represents the best value for ease of use, tools offered, and overall system performance. We recommend it over McAfee Total Protection and Microsoft Windows Live OneCare.

    Tags: symantec, security, norton, internet, firewall, 360

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