Windows Defender is a direct challenge to products from security vendors and notches up Microsoft's competitive push.
Microsoft is giving Windows AntiSpyware a makeover.
Microsoft has corrected a mistake in its anti-spyware product that flagged some Symantec security tools as malicious software.
Microsoft will update its security tools to detect and remove part of the copy protection tools installed on PCs when some music CDs are played.
Windows Vista is a leap forward in terms of security, but few people who know the operating system say the advances are enough to justify an upgrade.
The Security Center in the Windows Vista October Community Technical Preview (CTP) is sporting a status bar titled Spyware Protection. Here's a closer look at the Spyware Protection status bar and explore the implications of it presence.
Vendors Symantec and McAfee have looked into the future and don't want to become the next Netscapes.
Microsoft has corrected a mistake in its anti-spyware product that flagged some Symantec security tools as malicious software.
Windows 7 will be one of Microsoft's greatest operating systems, if it fulfils the promise shown by the unofficial beta version we have been testing for the past couple of days.
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With Windows Defender beta 2, Microsoft beefs up its free antispyware app with a new name, engine and tools.
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.
Windows Vista Home Basic is essentially warmed-over Windows XP, Windows XP SP3. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.
Windows Vista Business is essentially warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.
Windows Vista Home Premium is essentially warmed-over Windows XP Home Edition. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista Home Premium is stable enough for everyday use.
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