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(Security in Windows 7)

Why is MS such a ripoff?I think the whole security model used by Microsoft needs to change. My issues:- Why, after paying Microsoft hundreds of dollars for their OS do we all get prompted that our configuration is insecure and that we need to go purchase virus protection from...

Tags: Cyberthreats, Viruses and worms, Windows Defender, virus protection, virus, Microsoft Corp., security, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows 7

Discussion threads 2009-10-20

Avira AntiVir Personal - Free Antivirus 9.0.0.407 (Windows)

Avira AntiVir Personal Free Antivirus is a comprehensive, easy to use antivirus program, designed to offer reliable free of charge virus protection to home-users only. Avira offers: Extensive Malware Recognition of viruses, Trojans, backdoor programs, worms; Automatic incremental updates of antivirus signatures, engine and entire software; Permanent virus protection, with...

Tags: Virus Protection, Antivirus, Microsoft Windows, Virus, Avira, Avira AntiVir Personal Free Antivirus, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Security

Software downloads 2009-08-05

Panda Security strengthens SaaS-based PC virus protection solution for SMBs

I expect that SMBs will be more likely to seek a full package of PC support services via third parties. Those third parties will want to deliver help desk, software management, patch management and -- now -- security as a full service, cloud-based offering. by Dana Gardner

Tags: Software, Software-as-a-service, Virus Protection, PC, Small And Medium Business, Virus, Panda Security, Panda Managed Office Protection, Software As A Service (SaaS), Managed Hosting, Smb/Sme, Security, Emerging Technologies, Dana Gardner

Blog posts 2009-03-18

Virus Protection Policy

Developing an effective virus protection policy is a crucial component of every network security plan. Without one, you're inviting disaster. But taking the time to develop one from scratch is an onerous task for any manager. Our professionally written policy can be easily customized with your organization's logo and specific...

Tags: Virus Protection, Policy, Virus, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Security

Download resources 2008-08-22

Desktop virtualization - where should the anti-virus run?

Let's for a moment visualize a virtualized desktop environment. An operating system offering a type 2 hypervisor is acting as the primary operating system in a desktop virtualization implementation. This could be Linux sporting Xen or KVM. It could be Windows running something like Parallels or Virtual PC. It could...

Tags: Desktop, Virus Protection, Antivirus, Operating System, Guest Operating System, Desktop Virtualization, Operating Systems, Viruses And Worms, Security, Software, Dan Kusnetzky

Blog posts 2008-08-01

SolutionBase: Setting up simple, affordable virus protection with AVG Anti-Virus Professional 7.5

Viruses are an increasing threat. To combat them, you're not limited to antivirus solutions from companies like Symantec and McAfee. Here's how you can get inexpensive but effective virus protection by using AVG Anti-Virus Professional.

Tags: Virus Protection, Antivirus, AVG Anti-Virus, Virus, Erik Eckel, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Security

Download resources 2007-04-10

Virus Prevention and Recovery: A TechRepublic Real World Guide

This TechRepublic Real World Guide offers a wealth of information to help with all your antivirus efforts. It explains why today's IT organizations need a written virus protection policy and includes a policy template that you can customize for use in your own company. Learn how to prevent, stop, and...

Tags: TechRepublic Inc., Virus Protection, Recovery, E-mail Virus, Virus, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Security

White papers 2005-09-01

Cell phones to get virus protection

Cell phones to get virus protectionThe only time I getthose paranoid moments where I think maybe those theories of the virus writers/AV developers being the same, is when I read an article like this. They already have an open Beta and just happen to have found the perfect time to...

Tags: Cyberthreats, Viruses and worms, SECURITY, cell phone, virus, phone, virus protection

Discussion threads 2005-03-10

Sophos declares Netsky-P worst virus of 2004

Sophos declares Netsky-P worst virus of 2004" People should update their antivirus several times a day"Wow.. even I'm not that hardcore :->This is RidiculousThe virus signatures have been out there for months, yet the article claims that the users are responsible for infecting corporate computers from there home computers when...

Tags: Cyberthreats, Viruses and worms, PRODUCTIVITY, SECURITY, terminology, Sophos Plc., Netsky virus, virus, computer, antivirus, virus protection

Discussion threads 2004-12-08

Straight talk on terrorism

Straight talk on terrorismCybersecurityIMHO1. Virus protection is not enough on its own.That's like giving s flu jab to a guy that's got the flu.2. So we need at least software firewalling as well.3. This should be a minimum requirement of netiquette. If this were so, 99% of infected machines would...

Tags: Internet service providers (ISPs), Vertical industries, virus protection, terrorism, CLaRK, George W, Clarke, government, Richard Clarke, security, cyberterrorism

Discussion threads 2004-11-18

All eyes on virus protection at Athens Olympics

All eyes on virus protection at Athens OlympicsSimple = DON'T USE WINDOWS....But, I guess they already knew that.Somewhere I remember reading IBM was hanlding it all on Linux?Not simple, it's OS/2 they are worried about.You remeber OS/2 right? The IBM OS.Gee, I wonder why they are so afraid??? ...

Tags: Operating systems, Viruses and worms, IBM OS/2, Olympic Games, virus, virus protection

Discussion threads 2004-07-22

Patch Management and Virus Protection Policy

Due to the continually increasing dependence of University systems on the security and integrity of the computer network, servers, and workstations, it has become vitally important that the University be more proactive about identifying and enforcing security standards. In particular, university computers must be properly patched with the latest appropriate...

Tags: Virus Protection, Patch Management, University Of Kentucky, Virus, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Security

White papers 2003-09-19

AntiVirus eXpert Pro 6.2 (Windows)

AVX Professional offers you complete and thorough virus protection by integrating deep into the operating system. Beyond the usual defenses such as scanning files for viruses, AVX uses several next generation technologies to close current security loopholes and provides you automatic virus protection updates, ensuring that you are fully protected...

Tags: Virus Protection, Antivirus, Microsoft Windows, Virus, Central Command, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Security

Software downloads 2001-10-09

AVX Antivirus for ICQ 4.0 (Windows)

AVX for ICQ is a FREE utility which uses new technology to intercept; filter, and virus scan all files sent during an ICQ chat session. The new proprietary technology incorporates features found on enterprise-class corporate firewalls. AVX for ICQ uses the same powerful virus protection scan engine incorporated into the...

Tags: Virus Protection, ICQ, Microsoft Windows, Virus, Central Command, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Security

Software downloads 2000-11-14

Virus Alertness Tricks

When talking about computer virus protection, anti-virus software, and firewalls, it is important to stress that no virus protection system is foolproof. Even top security computer systems have been infiltrated time and again by hackers and computer criminals simply by programming a virus. Files have been deleted, accounts and identities...

Tags: Computer Virus, Virus Protection, Antivirus, Virus, Computer, Kaizen Publishing, Productivity, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Security

White papers

Residential Flooring Supplier Enhances Customer Service and Shortens Sales Cycle

With nearly 30 years' experience in supplying floor coverings and countertops for Portland, Oregon, residents, Classique Floors knows a lot about helping customers choose the right flooring for their remodeling projects. With the help of Microsoft Small Business Specialist Mt. Hood Computer Services, Classique Floors is enhancing its customer service...

Tags: Customer Service, Virus Protection, Network, Network Security, Supplier, Microsoft Corp., Flooring Supplier, Product Marketing, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Networking, Viruses And Worms, Security, Marketing, Enterprise Software, Software

Case studies

Carlson Companies, Inc. Looks to Trend Micro for Internet and Email Virus Protection

Carlson Companies, Inc. is a leading provider of relationship marketing, travel and hospitality services for business customers and consumers around the world. The Company depended on Internet gateway and desktop-only antivirus solutions for email virus protection. The 'I Love You' virus changed all that. The 'I Love You' virus came...

Tags: Desktop, Virus Protection, Internet, Trend Micro Inc., Virus, E-mail, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Security, Online Communications

Case studies

Additional Resources

Windows 7's default UAC bypassed by 8 out of 10 malware samples

RE: Windows 7's default UAC bypassed by 8 out of 10 malware samplesyawnWho can I trust *now*....Even Ed Bott said '7' was more secure!The Windows Infect Season is not over yet.. Nothing's changed.... That people even USE Windows these days is quite remarkable.... It must be the power of habit...

Tags: Spyware, adware & malware, Cyberthreats, Viruses and worms, SECURITY, Operating systems, Microsoft Windows, malware, UAC, Microsoft Windows 7

Discussion threads 2009-11-05

Which antivirus is best at removing malware?

Run a Linux distro or a MacIt is funny, when you 'weld' a web_browserinto an operating system and viruses/worms/malware/trojans and spyware come in from outside sources it is amazing how insecureit makes an Operating System.Say what you will, Linux distro's power theInternet with Bind dns, dhcp, routers/switchesand they do not...

Tags: Operating systems, Spyware, adware & malware, Cyberthreats, Viruses and worms, MSE, antivirus, operating system, malware, Linux Distro, Microsoft Windows

Discussion threads 2009-11-05

Open source needs successful champions

Open Source powers the Internet period!Open_Source powers the ENTIRE Internet withrouters/switches/servers you name it like Microsoft sitting behind caching Linux distroname servers.Now you tell me what does it need now???It is the FUTURE of smart devices, appliancedriven infrastructure, just like VMware using a Linux derived kernel and it is #1...

Tags: Linux, software cost, Linux Distro, open source, operating system, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2009-11-05