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Now Mac users have their own worm--an Applescript virus that sends emails to all in the victim's address book and then sends your browser to a Simpson's site.
Computer worms have tried all sorts of ploys for tricking people into activating them, but the latest is particularly sneaky: A new bug masquerades as a virus warning from Symantec, a well-known antivirus company.
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Internet Explorer is broken, and the bad guys know it. As you type, criminal hackers could be recording your bank login and password information. Robert offers some tips for staying safe online.
Trend Micro PC-cillin 2003 regains its position among the top three antivirus programs on the market.
eTrust EZ Antivirus 7.1 is a dependable antiviral crusader that's worth a look only if you're already running antispyware and firewall software.
You can't beat the price. For a good, basic internet security suite, we recommend Trend Micro 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.
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