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    Security rivals' reaction to word that Microsoft will make changes in Windows Vista to allay competitive concerns: We'll believe it when we see it.

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    The threat of infection by mass-mailed viruses is decreasing, according to reports, while tailored attacks are on the increase.

  • Patch for masses swats Windows bug

    Microsoft has pushed out a patch for a software bug responsible for crashing some Windows systems that had third-party antivirus and firewalls installed.

  • Run! The bots are coming

    If there is one eye-catching trend in Symantec's latest half-yearly Internet security threat report, it is that bots are upon us.

  • SP2's firewall not good enough

    With Microsoft having released Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) to manufacturing, the technology that some have nicknamed "Security Pack 2", coupled with recent rumblings from Microsoft, is spinning the spotlight towards the personal firewall and antivirus sectors.

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    With VirusScan 2006, McAfee greatly enhances user protection against spyware and adware threats but slows your system down in the process.

  • Run! The bots are coming

    If there is one eye-catching trend in Symantec's latest half-yearly Internet security threat report, it is that bots are upon us.

  • Laptop users: Personal firewalls a must

    Mobile devices are often the last thing administrators think of when beefing up defenses. What are the potential security holes and issues inherent when laptops log in to the corporate network?

  • SP2's new firewall: Not good enough

    Microsoft's new firewall offering, included in Windows XP Service Pack 2, has a long way to go to match established products from Zone Labs and other players. Additional reading: XP SP2: The good, bad and ugly

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