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• Norton AntiVirus 2006

  Norton AntiVirus 2006 improves its detection and removal of spyware and adware but lags behind the more proactive McAfee VirusScan 2006.

• Norton Internet Security 2006

  Norton Internet Security 2006 is a solid security suite, but it bogs down PC performance. Though it's a reasonable upgrade for entrenched Norton fans, it offers users less bang for the buck than ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite 6.

• Fast fixes for pesky PC problems

  Hijacked Web browsers, slow bootups, lost shortcuts, choppy video -- we've gathered 10 easy, inexpensive solutions for these and other common computing problems.

• PC health issues

  It performs roles once undertaken by man, so why can't we offer our PC the same health protection available to us?

• Browsing opportunities: 11 Web browsers compared

  Feeling entrenched in your choice of browser? Break free! We compare 11 different browsers so you can find the right one for you and your company.

• Webroot Spysweeper

  If you're unsure about the applications installed on your PC -- or know for a fact you've got a few bits of shady software hanging around -- then Spysweeper is a good buy, once you get past the speed issues.

• First Take: Microsoft AntiSpyware (Beta)

  Following its December purchase of anti-spyware specialist Giant, Microsoft has produced a tool designed to protect Windows against spyware. We take a first look at the beta version.

• Firefox, bah humbug

  So far, the open source browser has been getting a free ride -- nobody is criticising it. That is, until now.

• Tech Guide: Downloads that kill spyware

  Spyware can hijack your browser's home page and display random annoying pop-up ads, as well as track your surfing habits to send your private information to its parent company. Here are three apps to keep your PC spyware-free.

• McAfee AntiSpyware

  McAfee AntiSpyware's automated spyware scanning makes this a sensible addition to any PC's security measures.

• ZoneAlarm Pro configuration tips

  Learn how to configure ZoneAlarm Pro to prevent the Internet Explorer from leaking data to the Internet.

• SMC EZ-Stream Universal Wireless Multimedia Receiver

  Are streaming servers really the future of home entertainment? Networking experts SMC seem to think so.

• RealPlayer flaws open PCs up to hijackers

  RealNetworks acknowledged on Wednesday that three flaws affecting different versions of its media player could allow attackers to create corrupt music or video files that, when played, take control of a victim's PC.

• 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.

• Pop those pop-ups: Six packages tested

  Fed up with pop-up ads? We review six ad-free browser apps, each with its own method of removing annoying solicitations.

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