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Secunia Software Inspector
Secunia Software Inspector is free, fast, and so intuitive to use there's simply no excuse for not keeping patches up to date.
PC Tools ThreatFire Review
Behavior-based PC Tools ThreatFire provides guards against new and unknown threats which signature-based scanners might otherwise miss. ThreatFire runs in the background, monitoring each programs actions, quarantining programs it knows to be bad and alerting on those it considers suspicious. ThreatFire can easily run alongside installed antivirus or other security software, making it an ideal adjunct to existing protection. Even better, the program is completely free for home use.
System Safety Monitor
System Safety Monitor from System Safety adds a much needed extra layer of defense against today's malware attacks. The behavior and rules based controls provide critical insight into the otherwise invisible workings that - left undetected - can too often allow infection to occur.
McAfee SiteAdvisor
McAfee SiteAdvisor is the virtual equivalent of the school crossing guard, helping to ensure safe navigation of the web.
AVG Free Edition
AVG Free Edition provides free antivirus protection for Windows XP/2000/NT/ME/98
AVG Rescue CD: Antivirus Review
AVG Rescue CD: Antivirus software review
McAfee VirusScan 2006
McAfee VirusScan 2006 now offers daily virus signature updates and robust adware/spyware detection and removal.
AVAST 4 Home Edition
AVAST 4 Home Edition provides free antivirus protection for Windows XP/2000/NT/ME/98
AntiVir PersonalEdition Classic
AntiVir PersonalEdition Classic provides free antivirus protection for Windows XP/2000/NT/ME/98
Platinum Internet Security 2005
Panda Platinum Internet Security provides solid protection with minimal system impact.
AVG Anti-Virus plus Firewall Edition
AVG Anti-Virus plus Firewall Edition is light on resources, heavy on protection. The firewall provides permission-based access control reminiscent of the popular ZoneAlarm firewall. The high level of control and customization will appeal to the most advanced users, while less savvy users will find the Basic interface simple to understand and use.
Norton AntiVirus 2002
Norton AntiVirus 2002 is effective protection, sports an attractive interface but has extensive system requirements.
Panda Titanium Antivirus 2004
For those looking for an ala-carte solution, Panda Titanium Antivirus 2004 provides excellent virus protection for Internet-enabled PCs. With built-in self-diagnostics, Panda Titanium helps defeat worms that try to disable antivirus and security defenses. Free email support and the S.O.S. virus service make Panda Titanium a superb choice for home users seeking service with their software.
PC-cillin Internet Security 2004
Trend Micro's PC-cillin Internet Security 2004 is (pardon the pun) setting a new trend in antivirus protection.
NOD32 Antivirus System v2.0
NOD32 Antivirus System v2.0
F-Prot Antivirus for Windows
F-Prot for Windows provides superb detection, automatic detection