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News (6)

• Spyware-killing Vista could take out rivals

  There's a software product coming that has the potential to demote spyware from a security priority to an afterthought: Windows Vista.

• Symantec files suit to label adware

  Symantec has filed a lawsuit against a New York Internet company for the right to detect its toolbars as adware.

• Symantec not threatened by Microsoft

  Symantec's CEO isn't bothered my Microsoft's push into security software, as he is confident his firm's products are superior.

• Microsoft enterprise AV tool unlikely: Sophos

  Microsoft is unlikely to launch its own enterprise anti-virus software because it is not geared up to make changes to its products as quickly as traditional anti-virus companies, according to the chief executive officer of Sophos.

• Spyware, adware talkfest short on solutions

  Spyware, adware and other code that lurks on hard drives has become so pervasive it's bedeviling home users, driving corporate technology managers to distraction and has become the top complaint in customer service calls to computer makers.

Features and Case Studies (5)

• Pest control: Battling spyware

  To help curb the torrent of spyware, ZDNet Australia presents a spyware superguide comprising the latest reviews, tips and tricks aimed at keeping users safe.

• To catch a spy: Anti-spyware tools reviewed

  Spyware is gaining more mindshare amongst IT departments and security vendors alike. We round up eight tools that take on the undercover software.

• Security vendor survey: Will they side with the government?

  Security software vendors may soon side with US government authorities and intentionally fail to report "certain spyware" to customers if ordered by a court to remain quiet, according to a survey of leading firms.

• Antivirus: Tools for SMBs

  Security is an essential requirement to providing a reliable, consistent IT infrastructure. In this report, we look at how one financial concern battles viruses and showcase a string of antivirus solutions for small- to medium-sized businesses.

• OS makers: Security is job No. 1

  New generation of software focuses as much on security as on glitzy features, as consumers get frustrated by viruses and fraud threats.

Reviews (4)

• Microsoft Windows Defender

  Windows Defender is free and therefore should be a part of your desktop antispyware collection. Still, it's best to get a second opinion, probably from your name-brand antivirus-plus-software application.

• To catch a spy: Anti-spyware tools reviewed

  Spyware is gaining more mindshare amongst IT departments and security vendors alike. We round up eight tools that take on the undercover software.

• Spyware cures may cause more harm

  Web surfers battling "spyware" face a new problem: So-called spyware-killing programs that install the same kind of unwanted advertising software they promise to erase.

• F-Secure Internet Security 2006

  F-Secure Internet Security 2006 provides reliable protection against viruses, spam and other online menaces. Although its spyware defence needs work, F-Secure is a steadfast defender and a solid, affordable choice for newcomers.

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