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Security software showdown! 9 antivirus suites empirically tested
We tested security suites on PCs, tablets, and phones to evaluate how well they protect against viruses and other threats.Reviews
Review: Webroot SecureAnywhere Internet Security Plus 2013
Webroot's speedy suite will do a good—but not outstanding—job at keeping you safe.Reviews
Review: Avira Internet Security 2013: Competent but confusing
This program is competent at detecting, disabling, and cleaning up malware, but its unfriendly user interface is a big problem.Reviews
AVG Internet Security 2013 Review: Adequate antivirus program gets a makeover
AVG is a perfectly respectable antivirus program. But “perfectly respectable” just doesn’t cut it these days.Reviews
G Data InternetSecurity 2013 Review: Excellent protection, but a terrible user interface
G Data has put together an effective antimalware suite, but it suffers from an annoying installation process and a settings panel that is better suited to advanced users.Reviews
McAfee Internet Security 2013 Review: Proficient antimalware, super-quick installation
McAfee didn’t earn top marks in our security suite tests, but it’s still a mostly proficient antimalware program with a user-friendly interface.Reviews
Review: Kaspersky Internet Security 2013: Good protection, advanced settings (minus the jargon)
Kaspersky's 2013 suite lets beginners and advanced users alike will get the most out of the product. It put up good scores in malware detection tests, too.Reviews
Review: Bitdefender Internet Security 2013: Excellent protection, user-friendly interface
Bitdefender's user-friendly interface will appeal to all user levels.Reviews
Review: Trend Micro Titanium Internet Security 2013: An all-around winner
This “titanium” security suite earned high marks in almost all of our malware detection tests, and it has a nice user interface to boot.Reviews
Review: Norton Internet Security 2013: Solid performer with a polished interface
With its great detection rate and interface,Norton Internet Security 2013 is definitely worth a look, especially if you use Windows 8.Reviews
Review: F-Secure Internet Security 2013: First-rate protection and usability has a small performance price
F-Secure’s latest suite offers excellent protection and a friendly user interface.Reviews
Review: Wipe EXIF metadata from your images using ExifCleaner
Digital photos these days come bundled with a whole host of personally identifying information called EXIF metadata. ExifCleaner can strip this out for you in a flash.Reviews
Managing data trash: 6 tools to improve privacy and free space
Forgotten downloads and temporary files can add up fast, consuming drive space and compromising your privacy. It's time to think beyond the Recycle Bin with a new echelon of waste management utilities.Reviews
Review: MediaTools Wipe 1.1 erases data on up to 18 drives simultaneously
If you need to wipe lots of drives, MediaTools Wipe 1.1 will handle the chore. Support for erasing 18 drives at a time, custom patterns, and every algorithm in the book are just the highlights.Reviews
Review: SDelete deletes files securely from the command line
If you write the occasional batch script or pop open a cmd.exe terminal to get things done, Microsoft's SDelete is a great tool to have in your path. This free command-line utility deletes files securely.Reviews
Review: Toolbar Cleaner removes unwanted browser toolbars, browser extensions, and start-up items
If you have been using computers for any length of time, you will know the key to a fast computer is keeping it free of unwanted software. Toolbar Cleaner is a small easy-to-use freeware app which allows you to keep on top of this simple Windows maintenance task.Reviews
Review: Eraser removes files safely and permanently
Eraser is an enormous all-in-one toolbox devoted to secure file deletion. This free utility can securely delete files on your command, or according to a schedule.Reviews
Review: ProtectMyID from Experian helps guard against identity theft
Experian, best known for issuing credit reports, fights identify theft with this service. It requires investment of both time and money ($16 per month).Reviews
Review: BestCrypt lives up to its name with excellent features
The best is expensive, but your money buys you a classy complete security solution in BestCrypt. Most end-users, however, will do fine with freebies such as TrueCrypt.Reviews
Review: DiskCryptor a worthwhile encryption program that’s easy to use
Encrypt entire drives with DiskCryptor, which runs as a service and is configured via a dialog. It also works in Windows 8 desktop mode.Reviews
Lock down your social media with essential security add-ons
Are you doing everything you can to protect your kids and yourself on social networks? These apps and services can keep an eye on their and your accounts and alert you to any dangerous activity.Reviews
Lock down your files with Folder Lock 7
Folder Lock includes as complete a set of security tools as you'll find, and it's as secure as your passwords.Reviews
Scrub Sensitive Data From Your PC With Free PrivaZer
PrivaZer removes all the traces of your activities from your PC.Reviews
Stop Snoopers From Spying on Your Web Activity With ProXPN
Through the ProXPN virtual private network, you can maintain your privacy and identity.Reviews
Can You Trust Your Browser With Your Passwords?
Most current Web browsers include some kind of password management. But can you trust your browser? We take a look.Reviews
MultiMi Brings Your Entire Online Presence Under One AVG-Secured Client
MultiMi is an original take on social clients, but in its current form, it's not necessarily better.Reviews
Store Your Logins in Norton Identity Safe
Norton Identity Safe is an efficient and effective password manager.Reviews
Network Cameras Go HD: We Review Three New Models
The latest IP cameras promise high-definition video. We tested them to see whether they can deliver.Reviews
WinPatrol 2012 Takes Aim at New Malware
The 2012 version offers new ways to protect you from malware that's particularly tricky, but unfortunately, one of its key new features is only available in the $30 Plus version.Security Alert
How to choose an office security system
Antivirus software protects your data, but a robust security system protects your PCs and everything else in your office.Reviews
Antivirus on Windows 8: Looking at Your Options
Windows 8 will come with bundled antivirus software, but will you need to supplement it with other programs? We look at some of your options.Reviews
LogMeIn Hamachi Gives Small Businesses Most of the VPN They Need for Free
Free for up to five users, the Hamachi hosted VPN service is certainly worth a look.Reviews
Free TrashMail Browser Add-On Protects Your Email and Information
Eliminate email spam forever with superb Firefox add-on and Chrome extension TrashMail.Reviews
The Best Freeware for Small Businesses
Looking to trim your IT budget? Start with your PC software.Reviews
Trendnet SecurView Pro Outdoor PoE Megapixel IP Camera Review: As Complex as It Is Powerful
This camera delivers maximum performance–and maximally complex software to support it.Reviews
Swann DVR-4 2600 4-Channel DVR & Camera Kit Review: Supereasy Setup, Limited Range
You don’t need a PC to deploy this video surveillance system.Reviews
Logitech Alert 750e Outdoor Master System Review: Terrific Resolution, but Supports Only Six Cameras
This surveillance system's cameras are easy to deploy, configure, and monitor, but you're limited to six of them.Reviews
Keeping an Eye Out: We Review Three Video Surveillance Systems
Software can protect your business from cyberthreats–but these tools can help keep it physically secure.Reviews
What Separates Business Routers From Consumer Routers?
Small-business owners shopping for a new router should avoid the flashy new 802.11ac models. Here’s why.Reviews
Find and Update Out-of-Date Drivers With RadarSync PC Updater
RadarSync is a comprehensive, complete tool for identifying and updating outdated drivers.Reviews
Imation Defender F200 Biometric Flash Drive Review: Secure but Slow
Slick biometric finger swiping and FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certification make this flash drive especially secure.Reviews
Stop Spyware in Its Tracks With Open-Source HijackThis
HijackThis, useful as ever but now open source, helps you spot anomalies in your Windows and program installations.Download This
First Look: ZoneAlarm Free Antivirus + Firewall Launches Today
ZoneAlarm's first free antivirus/firewall suite makes its debut. PCWorld examines its features.Reviews
Microsoft Security Essentials 2.1
We liked Microsoft Security Essentials' interface, but other products did a better job at blocking malware.Reviews
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free's defense against zero-day exploits makes it a useful addition to your antimalware toolkit.Reviews
Panda Cloud Antivirus
Panda Cloud Antivirus did well at detecting malware infections, but had trouble cleaning them up.Reviews
Avast Free Antivirus
In our tests, Avast Free Antivirus did well at battling known malware and less impressively at recognizing new threats.Reviews
PC Tools ThreatFire Free
Best as a supplement to your existing antivirus software, ThreatFire Free excels at detecting and blocking new threats.Reviews
AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition
Good test results in malware detection–and best-in-class at removal–bring AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition to the top.Reviews