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Windows 7: A Guided Tour of Its Security Improvements
PC World's "Uncle" Robert is a funny guy, but he takes a serious look at some of Window's 7's new system management and security tools.Reviews
10 Browser-Boosting Downloads
Enhance your Web experience with these free browser alternatives and add-ons.Download This
Secunia PSI Points Out Dangerous Software Holes–Before The Bad Guys Do
Must-have free security tool Secunia PSI helps keep all your software up-to-date.Reviews
ClamWin Free Antivirus
This open-source antivirus software fails to get the job done, with disappointing malware detection and no real-time scanning.Reviews
LSN Password Safe
Store your passwords and other sensitive data in a well-protected, encrypted safe.Reviews
Firefox 3.5 is a Solid Upgrade
Firefox 3.5 includes some great new features and improvements, including private browsing and geo-location.Reviews
Windows 7 Firewall Control Free (64-bit version)
Take greater control over the firewall built into Windows 7 and Windows Vista.Reviews
Microsoft Security Essentials: Basic, Automatic Protection
Intuitively designed security software provides free, up-to-date antivirus coverage.Download This
Stow a File in a Safe That Looks Like a Calculator
Encrypt your important file and make it vanish into a virtual safe.Reviews
G-Data Internet Security 2010
This little-known suite takes top honors in our midyear roundup.Reviews
CheckPoint ZoneAlarm Extreme Security 8.0
ZoneAlarm Extreme gives you a lot of useful security features and protection for the money.Reviews
PC Tools Internet Security
Despite good heuristics, PC Tools Internet Security missed two Conficker variations.Reviews
Comodo Internet Security Pro 3.8
Comodo's new suite shows promise, but still lacks a few protections.Reviews
Securing the Desktop: Eight Internet Security Suites
In the fast-evolving arena of online threats and defenses, our midyear roundup includes security suites from around the world.Download This
Say WOT? Web of Trust Rates Web Site Safety
Keep yourself safe online with this freebie, which rates sites for safety and privacy.Reviews
What’s Great About Microsoft Internet Explorer 8?
With all the back and forth about the recent release of Internet Explorer 8, it's easy to miss why it's a great improvement over its predecessor. Assistant Editor Nick Mediati explains.Download This
TACO Firefox Addon Fights Ads With Cookies
Stop 28 separate ad networks from tracking you with their cookies.Reviews
101 Undiscovered Freebies: The List
We scoured the Internet to come up with 101 innovative, entirely free downloads and services. Here's the whole collection.Reviews
8 Great Free Security Tools
Great PC Protection With Free Antivirus, AntiSpyware and Firewalls ProgramsReviews
101 Great Free Sites and Downloads You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
We scoured the Internet to come up with 101 innovative, entirely free downloads and services. Don't miss our Best Bets.Download This
Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware Adds a Layer of Protection
Detect and kill spyware with this easy-to-use program.Reviews
IE7Pro
Work faster and smarter in Internet Explorer 6 or 7 with mouse gestures, built-in spell checking, tab management, crash recovery, and ad and Flash blocking.Reviews
EULAlyzer
Can't stand to read End User License Agreements? Let this freebie give you the highlights.Reviews
Disable Autorun Script
Disable the Windows XP Autorun feature for better security with this script.Reviews
Internet Explorer 8 Offers Improved Privacy and Security
Here's a look at some of the key features that will be included in IE 8, and why companies may be better off using it than Chrome, Firefox, or Safari.Reviews
Kingston DataTraveler Vault–Privacy Edition Encrypted USB Flash Drive
Kingston's encrypted drive provides ultimate data protection in a portable flash model, but for a steep price.Reviews
Lenovo ThinkPad USB Secure Hard Drive
Lenovo's cool, capable, and encrypted data-sharing device will appeal to business users and techies alike.Reviews
Data Locker Pro AES Edition Encrypted Hard Drive
The touch-screen controls on the Data Locker Pro encrypted drive look like a gimmick, but they make common tasks far easier.Reviews
SanDisk Cruzer Contour Secure USB Flash Drive
The SanDisk Cruzer Contour U3 flash drive can take a licking and still maintain your data, but it lacks high-end encryption.Reviews
LaCie d2 Safe Encrypted Hard Drive
The solid, relatively inexpensive d2 Safe is one of the few encrypted hard drives suitable for both Macs and PCs.Reviews
Apricorn Aegis Bio Encrypted Hard Drive
The Aegis Bio encrypted hard drive has a fingerprint scanner and software that secures both the drive and the contents of your PC.Reviews
Seagate Maxtor BlackArmor Encrypted Hard Drive
The BlackArmor encrypted hard drive is tops for its intuitive out-of-the-box experience, good utilities bundle, and reasonable price.Reviews
Encrypted Drives Keep Your Files Safe
In the war against lost or stolen information, these secure, portable drives are the special forces.Reviews
Internet Explorer 8 Focuses on Improved Security and Privacy
Some of the features of Release Candidate 1, now available to the public, are similar to functionality that’s already included in Firefox 3.Reviews
Top Internet Security Suites: Paying for Protection
Using security software is more important than ever. Our tests of the latest all-in-one security suites show that good protection can shut down the nastiest viruses, spyware, and adware.Reviews
F-Secure Internet Security 2009 Security Software
F-Secure's suite has decent detection and a clear, informative interface, but other security packages offer stronger protection.Reviews
McAfee Internet Security Suite 2009 Security Software
A mix of pluses and minuses lands McAfee's security suite only in the middle of the pack.Reviews
Panda Internet Security 2009 Security Software
The Panda security suite covers all the bases with its features, and it scans quickly, but it lags behind some rivals at malware detection.Reviews
BitDefender Internet Security 2009 Security Software
BitDefender's security suite offers good protection for a great price if you're willing to put up with a few interface annoyances.Reviews