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IBM offers developers free security tools
June 22, 2006
Big Blue adds new tools to AlphaWorks as it looks to beef up its security offerings.
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McAfee VirusScan Plus 2007
Reviewed on September 25, 2006
Despite a face-lift, the redesigned McAfee VirusScan Plus continues to consume system resources and leaves its customer support lacking.
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Microsoft security tools go global
August 14, 2006
Free Web-based PC-scanning service made available worldwide, part of an international push for its security tools.
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RealNetworks beefs up security package
November 17, 2006
Company's subscription services now include an array of security tools, including the basics.
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Google Inc.
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Symantec revamps mail security tool
April 17, 2006
New version of software for e-mail gateways will mark final result of the melding of Brightmail and Symantec technologies.
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Microsoft to deliver patches by the dozen
February 8, 2007
Slew of Patch Tuesday security updates will include "critical" fixes for Windows, Office and Microsoft's security tools.
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Most security tools not quite ready for Vista
November 30, 2006
Microsoft's Windows update for businesses is out, but only one of the major security providers has protection available for it.
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McAfee Inc.
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Trend Micro Inc.
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New tools test VoIP security
August 3, 2006
Programs are meant to boost security, but attackers can also use them to disconnect calls or reassign extensions.
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Dictionary for software bugs to cut confusion?
March 1, 2007
Mitre initiative, backed by Homeland Security, is designed to replace many variations in use today with standard flaw terms.
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Cisco's new security target: consumers
February 13, 2007
The multibillion-dollar player in security tools for businesses plans to move into the lucrative consumer market later this year.
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Firefox to get phishing shield
March 8, 2006
Upcoming version of the open-source browser will offer protection against phishing scams, using technology that might come from Google.
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Security tool aims to stop drive-by installs
April 28, 2006
Security industry vets develop software to block attempts by bad sites to drop malicious code onto your PC as you surf.
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PestPatrol
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Computer Associates International Inc.
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Smarts, timing and chutzpah
March 21, 2006
When it comes to security products, Jon Oltsik says sophisticated tools are being dumbed down for a reason.
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IBM Corp.
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Security tools ready for Vista launch
January 17, 2007
It might be the most secure version of Windows yet, but Vista will still require outside help in protecting against common cyberthreats.
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Trend Micro Inc.
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Microsoft Internet Explorer 7
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Microsoft Corp.
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Norton Co.
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Year in review: Zero-day mania
December 28, 2006
Cybercrooks found Microsoft's "Patch Tuesdays" too tempting to pass up. Apple, too, had a rough year when it came to security.
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Attack code out for new Apple Wi-Fi flaw
November 1, 2006
Researchers rap Apple for mishandling flaws and kick off a "month of kernel bugs" by publishing an exploit for a new Mac Wi-Fi bug.
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Rivals skirmish with Microsoft over Vista security
September 19, 2006
Competitors say they should be able replace a Windows feature that tells people about the security status of their PC.
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Microsoft Windows Vista
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FolderProtector 1.3
Hide or restrict access to your files and folders.
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HoneyPoint Personal Edition 1.1
Prevent attackers from targeting your valuable data.
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USB Flash Security++ 4.1.5
Protect data in a mobile device by a password.
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