A series of follies by antivirus provider Symantec could well lead customers deeper into a quagmire of confusion and panic, says Fran Foo.
Sophos Anti-Virus makes no bones about its corporate orientation; you couldn't buy a single-user copy even if you wanted to.
Viruses may be on the decline this year, but other threats--like Trojan horses and spyware--are on the rise. We tell you how these pests work--and how to protect your system from harm.
F-Secure Anti-Virus is a featherweight virus fighter that lacks the amenities of its better-known competitors.
Microsoft released on Tuesday fixes that cover at least 20 Windows flaws, several of which could make versions of the operating system vulnerable to new worms or viruses.
McAfee Internet Security 6.0 is fine, but Norton Internet Security 2004 is a better deal, thanks to superior spam filtering.
We look at eight mail-server plugins designed to make sure your servers don't take a beating the next time one comes along.
SPECIAL REPORT Viruses and worms are likely to be with us for the foreseeable future but how will the methods used to fight them develop?
The only way to prevent future outbreaks is for us all to work together. Here's why.
Viruses like MyDoom spread more quickly than warm butter on toast. Why?
RMIT IT Test Labs take a look at the top enterprise applications for stopping viruses from ravaging your organisation.
When the Blaster, MS/SQL, and Sobig worms made their appearance on the scene in 2003, one thing became clear: none of the worms was initially stopped with antivirus software.
Commentary: Anti-virus software won't protect you from the latest type of worm affecting Windows systems -- you need a personal firewall.
New technology such as MP3s may soon be used as vectors for viruses, a security expert has warned.
Antivirus software makers aim to protect users against Internet threats, but now have to face a new threat of their own: Microsoft.
Planet CNET: Spooning at 40,000 feet
On this episode of Planet CNET, we learn about cameras for French espionage, a not-so-bright idea from the U.K… Watch it now
NBN needs workers on board
D'Ascenzo: Read p23 of security review
Opening the floodgates on missing drives
'At The Whiteboard' Video Series
Click here to learn more about Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and Hyper-V technology.
Click here for more.
CXO's Unplugged - Real Business Insight
Phil Dobbie interviews business leaders to reveal their thoughts on various management challenges.
Click here to see the latest video.
Printer Superguide
Looking to buy a printer? Our superguide rates the latest printers and shines a light into the industry.
Click here for more.