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Hands On With Firefox 4
Firefox gets a much-needed overhaul in version 4: It's faster, sleeker, and easier to use. Does it stack up to Chrome and IE9? Read on for our take.Reviews
Compared: IE9 and Firefox 4 Release Candidate
The browser wars heat up with new releases from Microsoft and Mozilla. But to most users, the differences between Internet Explorer 9 and Firefox 4 will be slight.Download This
Make Encrypted Containers With BestCrypt
Easily create, manipulate, and use encrypted virtual drives with security program BestCrypt.Download This
Free, Open Source FreeOTFE Encrypts Disks Handily
Free disk encryption program free OTFA supports USB installs, hidden volumes, and PDAs.Reviews
BestCrypt
Easily create, manipulate, and use encrypted virtual drives with this security program.Reviews
FreeOTFE
This "on-the-fly" (OTFE) transparent disk encryption program is free and open source.Download This
Use TrueCrypt and Close Security Holes With Open Source Encryption
Secure your data with powerful, free encryption program TrueCrypt.Reviews
Password Manager
From online banking and multiple email addresses, the digital age we live in requires us to use and recall countless usernames and passwords, often impossible to track and remember. However with Large Softwares Password Manager, the latest technology has been applied to eliminate the risk and stress by safely managing your confidential login information for you. No longer will you feel the need to use the same user name and password across multiple websites, risking your personal data and identity, just to rid the overwhelming task of memorizing multiple log ins. Password Manager does the work for you. Large Softwares Password Manager is a cutting-edge desktop application designed to protect your personal user names and passwords with intelligent form filling technology and to grant you peace of mind. Compatible and reliable, Password Manager operates with ALL programs and web browsers, including Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox, so your log in information is always secure and fits to your computer lifestyle. Unlike no other software on the market, see the other benefits Password Manager offers: Password Manager remembers user names and passwords for ANY web page or application. Password Manager prevents password theft. Passwords that are automatically stored by Internet Explorer or Foxfire are potentially available to other users, but with Password Manager, login information and passwords are only available when the password storage database is unlocked by an authorized user. Password Manager allows you to travel anywhere and rely on its innovative technology, even in unsecured places like Internet cafes and other public areas. Password Manager has the capability of managing multiple passwords for a single website or application. Password Managers intelligent form filler will only auto fill your login information for sites it recognizes, protecting your highly confidential information from predator websites.Reviews
TrueCrypt
This free, open-source encryption program lets you place files and folders in "safes" of any size.Download This
Securely Store and Manage Passwords With Sticky Password
This utility is a powerful tool for organizing and securing passwords with excellent browser integration.Reviews
Cisco Linksys e4200 Router Offers Great Features and Looks
This attractive router is simple to set up and offers plenty of features that both consumers and small businesses need.Reviews
Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware Free
This limited version of the powerful on-demand malware scanner and remover is free.Download This
Patch Software to Keep It Secure With Free Secunia PSI
Free, handy security utility Secunia PSI helps you make sure all of your software is up-to-date and securely patched.Reviews
Encrypt Stick
Version 5 of this USB encrypting software includes a secure browser–and still installs nothing on your PC.Reviews
Encrypt Stick Free
This feature-laden security utility runs from a flash drive and installs no software on your PC.Reviews
Secunia PSI
Identify program security leaks and batten down the hatches with this free software.Reviews
Antivirus 2011: Digital Defenders
Today’s new threats demand a new breed of antivirus software. Our lab tests show you which paid antivirus products you can trust, and which ones you should skip.Reviews
GFI Vipre Antivirus 2011
GFI Vipre Antivirus is fast, but it's ineffective at blocking new malware.Reviews
Eset NOD32 Antivirus 4
Eset NOD32 Antivirus 4 is fast, but its malware detection capabilities are lacking.Reviews
Panda Antivirus Pro 2011
Panda Antivirus Pro 2011 is an effective defender, but it's one of the slower antivirus products we tested.Reviews
Trend Micro Titanium Antivirus 2011
Trend Micro provides solid, simple protection against malware, but advanced users may find its lack of customizability frustrating.Reviews
SIW Standalone Version
Learn everything you want to know about your computer with this no-install freebie.Reviews
Security Software: Testing in the Real Wild World
Our tests of security software now includes real-world malware blocking.Reviews
McAfee Internet Security 2011
McAfee Internet Security 2011 put up fairly mediocre scores in malware detection tests, though it can be had at a reasonable price.Reviews
Webroot Internet Security Essentials 2011
Webroot Internet Security Essentials 2011 has plenty of extras, but falls short at keeping your PC safe.Reviews
Comodo Internet Security Complete 2011
Though it has features like a sandbox system, absent a solid level of core security, it's hard to recommend Comodo.Reviews
Avira AntiVir Premium Security Suite
Avira AntiVir is very good at blocking known malware, but it left behind more malware remnants than most suites.Reviews
Eset Smart Security 4.2
Eset Smart Security 4.2 is speedy; unfortunately, the suite struggled at detecting and removing malware.Reviews
Panda Internet Security 2011
Panda Internet Security is generally effective at protection, though its blocking of new malware wasn’t top notch and it slows Windows more than we’d like.Reviews
Trend Micro Titanium Internet Security 2011
As a suite that provides good protection and doesn't require you to fiddle with settings, Trend Micro Titanium Internet Security is worth a look.Reviews
F-Secure Internet Security 2011
F-Secure Internet Security was reasonably successful at blocking threats and is easy to use, but it scans slowly.Reviews
G-Data Internet Security 2011
G-Data posted high marks for its ability to detect known malware; however, it didn't catch some new threats.Reviews
PC Tools Internet Security 2011
While PC Tools Internet Security does a great job at blocking malware, it’s hobbled by slow scan speeds.Reviews
BitDefender Internet Security 2011
BitDefender's overall protection levels are very good, but short of the topmost tier of products we reviewed.Reviews
Kaspersky Internet Security 2011
Kaspersky Internet Security 2011 is a solid defender with a friendly interface.Reviews
Symantec Norton Internet Security 2011
Norton Internset Security 2011 does an excellent job at blocking and cleaning up malware, and is nicely designed.Reviews
Battle of the Security Superpowers
We tested the 10 top security packages to see which ones can protect your data without overburdening your PC. Here are the exclusive rankings from the PCWorld Labs.Reviews
Microsoft Security Essentials
Microsoft's free utility fights viruses and other malware, and does a surprisingly good job of it.Reviews
Anonymizer Nevercookie
Protect yourself against privacy-invading "evercookies" with this free program.Reviews
AxCrypt (64-bit version)
Encrypt, compress, decrypt, wipe, view and edit with a few mouse clicks.Reviews
Lok-It Pocket Drive Is Sturdy and Secure
Keypad PIN entry along with AES 256-bit hardware encryption make this flash drive a solid choice for keeping data protected on the go.Reviews
IronKey Personal S200 Flash Drive Is Rugged and Secure
The IronKey Personal S200 secure flash drive uses hardware encryption, eliminating the need to run software on a PC and put your data at potential risk.Reviews
Protect Your Android Phone With Security Apps
Keep your Android phone safe with these great security apps.Reviews
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2011
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2011 is very effective at blocking new malware attacks and is easy to use, but it slows system performance more than we would like.Reviews
G-Data AntiVirus 2011
G-Data AntiVirus 2011 is a solid package, with strong malware detection, blocking, and removal capabilities.Reviews
Avast Pro Antivirus 5
Avast Pro Antivirus 5 has a slick interface, but its middling malware detection performance prevents it from achieving a higher score.Reviews