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  • Is your anti-virus program still working?

    Most of us "set and forget" our anti-virus software. But to be safe, you should regularly check that the automatic update feature has not been disabled by a virus.

  • Head to head: VirusScan 8.0 vs NAV 2004

    It's not really an option to omit virus protection, but which vendor should you entrust your protection to? We test two of the leading candidates.

  • Sophos AntiVirus 3.7

    Sophos Anti-Virus makes no bones about its corporate orientation; you couldn't buy a single-user copy even if you wanted to.

  • Microsoft warns of a score of security holes

    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.

  • Happy New Worm

    Anti-virus experts are warning of a troublesome, Christmas-themed e-mail worm and a virus that spreads via MSN Messenger, the popular instant-messaging application.

  • Virus vaccination: 4 applications tested

    RMIT IT Test Labs take a look at the top enterprise applications for stopping viruses from ravaging your organisation.

  • Eight e-mail virus scanners tested

    We look at eight mail-server plugins designed to make sure your servers don't take a beating the next time one comes along.

  • Norton AntiVirus 2004

    NAV 2004 is still a good choice for first timers, but its minor improvements means NAV 2003 users need not upgrade.

  • Norton Internet Security 2004

    An excellent all-in-one PC defence: Norton Internet Security 2004 is the best all-in-one security suite, thanks to its fine spam filter.

  • McAfee VirusScan 8.0

    VirusScan 8.0 sports a trimmer profile, a simpler interface, and fast performance, but support is more of a hassle than before.

  • Antivirus software must be free. Here's why.

    One big reason viruses are still rampant on the Net: Too many people don't use antivirus software. The way to get them to change their ways is to make that software free.

  • ZoneAlarm with Antivirus

    Bargain hunters, ZoneAlarm with Antivirus is the security deal for you.

  • F-Secure Anti-Virus 2003 for Windows

    F-Secure Anti-Virus is a featherweight virus fighter that lacks the amenities of its better-known competitors.

  • Antivirus hardware: 3 appliances tested

    If e-mail security is giving you headaches, before you turn to voodoo magic, try one of these hardware appliance solutions.

  • MyDoom is YourDoom

    Viruses like MyDoom spread more quickly than warm butter on toast. Why?

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