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Norton Internet Security 2010 (1 User, 3 PCs)
Editor's rating:
4.0 stars

Norton Internet Security 2010 (1 User, 3 PCs)

The bottom line: Norton Internet Security 2010 builds on the immense progress it made in last year's version, maintaining a low system profile while strengthening its security framework. It's not perfect, but even Symantec's detractors should check it out.
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$27.49 to $69.99

Norton 360
Editor's rating:
4.0 stars

Norton 360 Editor's choice

The bottom line: For home and student use, we think Norton 360 represents the best value for ease of use, tools offered, and overall system performance. We recommend it over McAfee Total Protection and Microsoft Windows Live OneCare.
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$29.84 to $78.23

Vipre Antivirus + Antispyware
Editor's rating:
4.0 stars

Vipre Antivirus + Antispyware

The bottom line: Vipre combines antivirus and antispyware technology in a fast and light application that also includes a worthy set of security tools.
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$29.99 to $39.99

Computer and Internet security downloads

  • PC Tools Internet Security 2010Windows

    Keep your PC secure against online threats.

    Added on 2009-10-21 22:01:12.0
    573
    total downloads
    166
    last week
  • IObit Security 360Windows

    Scan and remove the deepest malware.

    Added on 2009-11-17 11:33:24.0
    Editors' rating
    5 stars
    1693828
    total downloads
    63054
    last week
  • Kaspersky Internet SecurityWindows

    Get yourself & your family protected at all times automatically, whether you work, shop, play games.

    Added on 2009-11-03 22:09:00.0
    Editors' rating
    5 stars
    2540338
    total downloads
    9717
    last week
  • AVG Internet SecurityWindows

    Protect your PC from all kinds of Internet threats.

    Added on 2009-11-11 14:23:28.0
    Editors' rating
    4 stars
    1839098
    total downloads
    7537
    last week
  • Comodo Internet SecurityWindows

    Protect your PC from various harmful threats.

    Added on 2009-11-29 00:50:58.0
    Editors' rating
    5 stars
    1364662
    total downloads
    5994
    last week
  • Panda Internet Security 2010Windows

    Protect your computer with automated virus scanning software.

    Added on 2009-10-23 04:18:35.0
    1303666
    total downloads
    6098
    last week
  • Norton Internet Security 2010Windows

    Prevent viruses, spyware, and phishing attacks to enjoy secure Web connection.

    Added on 2009-09-09 13:55:40.0
    Editors' rating
    5 stars
    579876
    total downloads
    7090
    last week
  • Avira Premium Security SuiteWindows

    Protect your computer from malware of all kind as well as from e-mail spam and port scanning attacks.

    Added on 2009-11-24 14:51:33.0
    434297
    total downloads
    5095
    last week
  • USB Disk SecurityWindows

    Protect your computer against viruses trying to attack via USB memory disk.

    Added on 2009-09-25 01:02:11.0
    289288
    total downloads
    5960
    last week
  • Kaspersky Mobile Security (Symbian OS)Mobile

    Protect your mobile device against malware programs, unsolicited calls and messages.

    Added on 2009-07-02 09:49:12.0
    622705
    total downloads
    7889
    last week

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  • Enable Ctrl-Alt-Del log-in window in Windows 7 Enable Ctrl-Alt-Del log-in window in Windows 7

    Add one more security speed bump to help thwart malicious programs on Windows 7 machines.

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  • Advanced Wi-Fi troubleshooting tips Advanced Wi-Fi troubleshooting tips

    Can't connect to Wi-Fi, having security issues, or just ready to throw your router out the window? Try some of these tips first.

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  • Ep. 7: The Dangers of cloud computing Ep. 7: The Dangers of cloud computing

    Can you trust your personal or business data in the cloud? This week, CNET senior writer Stephen Shankland and cloud security expert Christofer Hoff discuss what it takes to make a cloud service safe, and how to deal with them while they're getting there.

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  • Ep. 6: What Windows 7 means Ep. 6: What Windows 7 means

    Is Windows 7 just Vista done right, or is it a real departure for Microsoft? This week on the Roundtable, we discuss what Windows 7 means for the industry as well as its impact on vendors like Apple and Google. With special guests Farhad Manjoo of Slate and Mary Jo Foley of ZDNet.

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