Shop for antivirus and filtering

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 47 reviews

The Bottom Line: Norton AntiVirus 2009 hits all the right security notes, and its superior protection technologies might even win back some jaded anti-Symantec folks, though for some, technical support may continue to frustrate. Read review

Specs: 1 user, Complete package, Microsoft Windows Vista Business, Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2, Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition SP2, 300 MHz, CD-ROM, 300 MHz, Windows

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 44 reviews

The Bottom Line: You can't beat the price. For a good, basic Internet Security suite, we recommend Trend Micro Internet Security 2009. Read review

Specs: 3 PCs, Complete package, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2, Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2, Microsoft Windows Vista Business (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 SP2, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 SP2, 350 MHz, 800 MHz, XGA monitor, 350 MHz, 800 MHz, Windows, Internet Explorer 7, Mozilla Firefox 2.0 or later, Internet Explorer 6.0 SP2 or later

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 66 reviews

The Bottom Line: A near-perfect all-in-one solution for brand new PCs, Norton 360 v2 may be hard to install and run on legacy machines. However, don't count on Symantec's time-consuming and expensive technical support for help. Read review

Specs: 3 PC in one household, Complete package, Microsoft Windows Vista / XP, 300 MHz, 2.0, CD-ROM, 300 MHz, Windows, Internet Explorer 6.0 or later

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.8 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 73 reviews

The Bottom Line: Norton AntiVirus 2008 didn't wow us this year. While the protection is solid, the user experience could be much, much better, and the product itself could be more streamlined. Also we can do without the addition of paid services in the technical support section. Read review

Specs: 1 user, Complete package, Microsoft Windows Vista Business, Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2, Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition SP2, 300 MHz or higher, 300 MHz, CD-ROM, 300 MHz or higher, 300 MHz, Windows

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 17 reviews

The Bottom Line: McAfee VirusScan Plus 2008's protection keeps up with the changing threats on the Internet, but the product itself doesn't excel. Read review

Specs: 3 users, Complete package, Windows

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 3 reviews

Manufacturer description: Protecting your computers from Internet threats shouldn't end at work. If you or members of your family are typical, you surf the net, download files, share photos, play games ... Read more

Specs: 1 user, Subscription package, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows Vista, 400 MHz, 1 GHz, 3.0, SVGA monitor, 400 MHz, 1 GHz, Windows

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• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

Manufacturer description: Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2009 is a totally approach to data security. The main feature of the application is restricting the programs' rights to access the system resources. It helps prevent unwanted ... Read more

Specs: 1 PC, Subscription package, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2, Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2, Microsoft Windows Vista Business (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (32/64 bits), 300 MHz, 800 MHz, CD-ROM, Internet connection, Mouse or compatible device, 300 MHz, 800 MHz, Windows, Internet Explorer 6.0 or later

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Manufacturer description: Whether you are at home or on the go, Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security Pro 2009 safeguards your online transactions, identity, and irreplaceable files with the most comprehensive protection available. ... Read more

Specs: 3 PCs, Complete package, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2, Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2, Microsoft Windows Vista Business (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 SP2, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 SP2, 800 MHz, 450 MHz, XGA monitor, Internet connection, 800 MHz, 450 MHz, Windows

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• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 5 reviews

Manufacturer description: Symantec Endpoint Protection 11.0 combines Symantec AntiVirus with advanced threat prevention to deliver unmatched defense against malware for laptops, desktops and servers. It seamlessly integrates essential security technologies in ... Read more

Specs: 25 users, Complete package, 11, CD-ROM, Windows

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 71 reviews

The Bottom Line: PC-cillin Internet Security 2006 has a few shortcomings, but overall it's an affordable and feature-packed security suite that reliably defends against online threats. Read review

Specs: 1 user, Complete package, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2 or later, Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2 or later, Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4 or later, 300 MHz, 233 MHz, 300 MHz, 233 MHz, Windows

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 61 reviews

The Bottom Line: ZoneAlarm Pro 4.5 is a great firewall for security rookies, but you'll still need a separate antivirus program. Read review

Specs: 1 user, Complete package, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition, 10 MB, Pentium II 300 MHz, 128 MB, 4, CD-ROM, Pentium II, 300 MHz, Windows

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Manufacturer description: Symantec Endpoint Protection 11.0 combines Symantec AntiVirus with advanced threat prevention to deliver unmatched defense against malware for laptops, desktops and servers. It seamlessly integrates essential security technologies in ... Read more

Specs: Media, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows 2000 SP3 or later, 400 MHz, 11, 400 MHz, Windows, Internet Explorer 6.0 or later

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

Manufacturer description: You know very well that your Mac contains important information and files. If you use it for your work, you are aware how much time and money it would cost ... Read more

Specs: 1 seat, Complete package, Apple MacOS X 10.4 or later, MacOS

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Manufacturer description: Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition provides scalable, cross-platform virus protection for workstations and network servers throughout the enterprise. Enhanced security features plus centralized policy management enable administrators to manage client and ... Read more

Specs: Media, 10.2, NetWare, Windows

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Manufacturer description: Spyware grows more sophisticated every day. There's more of it, and it's more malicious than ever before. Experts agree: Spy Sweeper delivers the most advanced spyware detection, blocking ... Read more

Specs: 3 users, License and media, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition, 350 MHz, 350 MHz, Windows

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Manufacturer description: The Computer Associates (CA) Server Protection Suite provides total data protection for your business by combining CA's award-winning security, storage and desktop migration technologies into a comprehensive solution that ... Read more

Specs: Complete package, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, 2.0, Windows

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Manufacturer description: Symantec's AntiVirus for Macintosh is the world's most trusted antivirus solution for Macintosh systems. It automatically removes viruses from email attachments, Internet downloads, and other files. Use the ... Read more

Specs: Media, 10.0, MacOS

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Manufacturer description: Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition provides scalable, cross-platform virus protection for workstations and network servers throughout the enterprise. Enhanced security features plus centralized policy management enable administrators to manage client and ... Read more

Specs: 1 node, Complete package, 10.2, CD-ROM, NetWare, Windows

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• Average user rating: 1.0 stars out of 2 reviews

Manufacturer description: SystemTech XP gives you 18 targeted utilities to keep any PC running Windows XP running like new. SystemTech XP's complete system manager runs from one central dashboard to help ... Read more

Specs: 1 user, Complete package, Microsoft Windows XP, 233 MHz, CD-ROM, 233 MHz, Windows

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Manufacturer description: Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2009 is the essential security you need to safeguard all your data and files. With automatic scans, updates and outbreak alerts, you can rest easy ... Read more

Specs: 1 user, Complete package, Microsoft Windows Vista Business SP1, Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate SP1, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP3, Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP3, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic SP1, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition SP3, Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 SP3, 350 MHz, 800 MHz, XGA monitor, Internet connection, 350 MHz, 800 MHz, Windows

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• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 1 review

Manufacturer description: Stay secure with two powerful system safeguards. SystemTech AntiSpyware detects and removes any threat to your PC, helps repair damage to your system components and protects you from future intrusions. ... Read more

Specs: 5 users, Complete package, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows Vista, 233 MHz, CD-ROM, 233 MHz, Windows

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Manufacturer description: Since Mac users can run Windows on a Mac with today's Intel-based Macs, they are vulnerable to a whole range of security threats: viruses, spyware, adware and hackers are ... Read more

Specs: 1 user, Complete package, Microsoft Windows Vista, Apple MacOS X 10.4 or later, Microsoft Windows Vista SP1, Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later, MacOS, Windows

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Manufacturer description: Symantec Multi-Tier Protection is designed to safeguard enterprise assets and lower risk by providing unmatched protection against malware for multiplatform enterprise networks, mail servers and mail gateways. Symantec Endpoint Protection ... Read more

Specs: Media, 11.0.2, CD-ROM, Windows

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Manufacturer description: PRODUCT FEATURES: Automatically detects and removes viruses Scans and cleans downloaded files and email attachments Protects against attacks that target software vulnerabilities Includes Norton AntiVirus dashboard widget Delivers industry-leading protection ... Read more

Specs: 1 user, Complete package, Apple MacOS X 10.4.10 or later, 11, CD-ROM, MacOS

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• Average user rating: 1.0 stars out of 1 review

Manufacturer description: PRODUCT FEATURES: PC security defends you against a broad range of online threats - protects your computer and makes your online experience more secure Enhanced performance - provides industry-leading protection ... Read more

Specs: 3 PC in one household, Complete package, Microsoft Windows Vista / XP, 300 MHz, 2.0, CD-ROM, 300 MHz, Windows, Internet Explorer 6.0 or later