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Wednesday, June 15, 2005

About Antivirus Software: Free antivirus and security software

 
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Paying for antivirus software isn't always an option. Fortunately, there are security products that won't cost you a dime. This week, tips on where to get free antivirus and firewall software. Plus, guard against killer clicks with a free toolbar from Netcraft. Think of it as a neighborhood watch program for your online safety. And the best three online scanners on the web - also free.
 
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Free Antivirus Software
Free antivirus software may lack some of the more robust features found in their paid counterparts; detection and response times may also suffer slightly. But free antivirus is always a better choice than no antivirus.

 
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Guard Against Killer Clicks
Phishing scams and email carrying booby-trapped links that point to malicious websites are big problems for today's Internet users. Here's how one company is helping us fight back.

 
Top Online Scanners
This short list of online scanners represents the best the industry has to offer. Whether you need a second opinion or your installed antivirus is on the blink, one of these three, free, online scanners is bound to help.

 
 
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