With Norton Internet Security 2012 your system will be fully protected against viruses and spyware, including the network connections and when web browsing. The program features filters to prevent unauthorized access to your computer and avoid identity theft on the web, as well as protect your web browser and email from other online threats – all of these without constantly interrupting your work with nagging messages. Norton Internet Security even includes a special Facebook scan to detect malicious links.

Like Norton Antivirus 2012, Norton Internet Security 2011 also includes the new Norton Insight Protection and the Performance Alerts. The first one informs you of emerging threats thanks to the Norton user community, while the second one helps you optimize the system's performance with warnings about slow apps.

The interface in Norton Internet Security 2012 has been slightly redesigned to make it clearer and easier to use. The downside of a simpler design, however, is that the interface is not as informative as it could be, at least at first sight.

Norton Internet Security 2011 is an excellent security suite that provides you with all the tools you need to fully protect your system against online threats.

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The interface in McAfee AntiVirus Plus has been completely redesigned and is totally different to any other antivirus interface you may have seen so far. A clear, uncluttered design makes McAfee AntiVirus Plus easy to use, and also lets you check security status at a glance – though it can be difficult to get used to at first.

When it comes to scanning your system for problems, McAfee AntiVirus Plus offers you three scan types (Quick, Full and Custom), as well as the option of having a permanent real-time scan running in the background or scheduling automatic scans to detect viruses, spyware and other threats.

But McAfee AntiVirus Plus doesn’t work only as an antivirus. It also comes equipped with firewall, web and email protection, a shredder to protect sensitive data, a file defragmenter, a tool to fix security issues on your local network and another tool to remove junk files from your system and therefore improve performance.

McAfee AntiVirus Plus is an interesting anti-virus option, but the interface may be a barrier to the showcasing of its best features.

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Visually appealing

Traditionally here at Softonic we have a lot of time for avast! Internet Security, so we were really excited to get a look at the newest version. For starters, it looks really slick, with a slim-lined installation process, and a very user-friendly and clear interface.

Good installation options

Another nice addition that you'll notice when setting up avast! Internet Security is the option to install as the second line of defense on your computer. There are also plenty of installation options, which allow you to get the most from your anti-virus before it's even installed. Of course, there's also a default installation if the nitty-gritty's not for you.

Security improvements

What else does version 7 add to avast! Internet Security? Well, in the first place the developer assures us that there have been considerable updates on the security front, which is obviously what you want from an anti-virus. It also offers a nice Statistics module, as well as a comprehensive Support function that allows you to generate a support package to send to the avast! personnel who are trying to troubleshoot your problem.

New features

Two especially useful new functions in avast! Internet Security 7 are the AutoSandbox feature and the Remote Assistance. AutoSandbox allows avast! to automatically place any program it deems suspicious inside a sandbox, so it cannot do damage to your computer. You can edit the programs that are excluded from this behavior in the general settings.

SafeZone

avast! Internet Security 7's SafeZone is effectively an extension of the AutoSandbox features, but instead of allowing you to open files and run unknown programs, it provides you with an alternative desktop for sensitive transactions such as internet banking and shopping. As with the rest of avast! Internet Security, it's really easy to use - just click the large Switch to SafeZone button. If you'd like more control, you'll be able to tweak under the Sandbox Expert settings.

Firewall

Last but not least, avast! Internet Security's firewall is definitely worth a mention. Since for many users it's one of avast! Internet Security's most coveted features, you'll be glad to hear that it's been updated along with the rest of the program. With its 3 different risk zones and 5 different configurations sub-areas, even the most demanding users will be able to configure it to their liking.

We were expecting great things from avast! Internet Security 7, and it hasn't let us down. It's an awesome security tool, and thoroughly recommendable to any user.

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You'll notice a difference as soon as you open McAfee Internet Security Suite - this new version is visually very different. The interface is pared-down and minimalist, but still manages to make it easy to see what's going on. It may take you a little time to get used to the new look, but it's definitely worth it.

As far as security functions, McAfee Internet Security Suite has it covered. Apart from the standard real-time protection, regular scans and a firewall, this security suite offers web and email protection, comprehensive parental controls, online back-up and even PC optimization.

Finding your way around McAfee Internet Security Suite is very easy - click on the section that interests you and you'll see status and options displayed below. Clicking on any of those categories will display configuration options, and so on. To "go back", just click the close icon in the top right corner.

McAfee Internet Security Suite is a bit of a departure from a traditional security suite, but it's a welcome one. McAfee Internet Security Suite is very hands-off - it scans, monitors and protects with a minimum of effort - but if you do want to take a peek "under the hood", you'll find that it's one of the easiest and clearest security suites that you've ever seen.

A radical redesign just adds to McAfee Internet Security Suite, an excellent all-around security suite for internet fans.

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The BitDefender Total Security interface is very easy to use. The Home area is well laid out and the default setting is automatic feature called AutoPilot, so less experienced (or interested) users can avoid the technicalities. If you delve into BitDefender Total Security's Settings, however, you'll find a fantastic array of configuration options that can be tweaked at either a general or advanced level - just browse between the areas and tabs to discover them all.

About BitDefender Total Security's tools: they cover pretty much everything in terms of computer safety – from simple, daily tasks like scanning a file you just downloaded from the internet to once-in-a-while system optimization. BitDefender Total Security also has the usual real-time protection, firewall and tune-up options you would expect from a modern security suite, while it rounds out the offering with nice extras like parental controls, antispam filters and personal privacy controls.

BitDefender Total Security also includes special Games and Laptop modes. The first one opens the firewall to prevent connection issues and disables any resource-intensive processes while maintaining a safe, fun gaming experience. The latter temporarily tweaks security settings to prevent the antivirus from draining the computer’s battery.

If you're looking for a one-stop security solution, BitDefender Total Security is an excellent option.

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The interface in BitDefender Total Security 2012 Beta has been completely redesigned. The program has evolved from an almost childish design with blue clouds in the background to a more elegant dark interface that features boxes for each one of the modules included in the program.

Besides the usual antivirus, firewall and antispam filters, BitDefender Total Security 2012 Beta also includes parental controls for kids, privacy tools with which to encrypt data or shred files beyond any possible recovery, a safebox for sensitive data and a bunch of tune-up utilities to clean up the system, clean the Registry and find duplicate files, among others. BitDefender Total Security 2012 also includes the so-called Auto-Pilot, that enables and configures the suite without user intervention.

That said, be aware that BitDefender Total Security 2012 is still a beta version that’s still under development. For that reason it should be used with precaution. Also, note that you’ll need to uninstall any other security app on your system.

With BitDefender Total Security 2012 Beta you can test all the new features in the upcoming version of this complete security suite.

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Like most anti-virus applications, Rising Internet Security offers real time analysis of what's coming into and out of your PC, and you can also choose to scan anything whenever you want. It recommends a full scan on installation, which is a lengthy process, but ensures faster scanning in the future and that Rising Internet Security starts with clean drives.

It's a very flexible program that allows you to define most of its functions and get the type of protection you want. In general it feels like a helpful program - some anti-virus suites take over Windows and flood you with warnings and processes, and don't let you get on with using your computer. Rising Internet Security is much lighter, and less obtrusive.

As well as being generally light on system resources, with Rising Internet Security you can further free up your computer by disabling any processes you don't need. Overall, it's a comprehensive and really usable security suite.

Rising Internet Security is a great suite, and the three month trial means anyone can give it a go.

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The program features a large malware database that can be updated manually or according to a user-defined schedule. Unlike other security tools, Antiy Ghostbusters has a pleasant interface design and is quite easy to handle, even for non-technical users.

Antiy Ghostbusters monitors files, webpages and network connections, the status of which can be checked in the Protection area. In the Scan area, you can select different items – including locations like My PC or My Documents, as well as special areas such as memory, services and Windows Registry – and have them analyzed.

On the downside, there are some tools in Antiy Ghostbusters that seem a bit confusing to use, and for which the online Help section can't provide a proper explanation.

Antiy Ghostbusters is a nicely designed, easy-to-use security tool that protects your system in real time from a wide variety of online threats.

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There are three different apps included in Emsisoft Emergency Kit: a scanner to check and clean the computer, an analysis tool to manually remove malware and a special app to delete files, Registry keys and other items that are blocked and can’t be deleted otherwise.

The scanner in Emsisoft Emergency Kit, based on the a-squared antivirus engine, is a simple, compact tool that analyzes the system in search of viruses and spyware. Besides the standard, graphical interface version, you also have the command-line version of the same product.

Emsisoft Emergency Kit also includes HiJackFree, a powerful analysis tool that displays port activity, currently active processes, the list of start-up programs, ActiveX drivers and Internet Explorer plug-ins.

Finally, Emsisoft Emergency Kit contains another tool called BlitzBlank, with which you can select specific items (files, folders, Registry keys, drivers, etc.) and delete them right away – perfect for those stubborn files you can’t delete manually. The documentation in Emsisoft Emergency Kit is quite basic – limited to a readme file – but other than that, it’s a handy security kit that fits in a small USB memory device.

With Emsisoft Emergency Kit you can easily scan and clean an infected computer from a USB memory device.

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In Panda Internet Security you’ll find not only the renowned antivirus that has made this brand so popular, but also a personal firewall, anti-spam filter, online identity protection, a shield against vulnerabilities and parental control – though this last option is not available in the trial version.

Despite the variety of tools included in the suite, Panda Internet Security is surprisingly light on resources and keeps you safe without interrupting your daily workflow – at least not as much as other security tools do.

Panda Internet Security features a totally overhauled interface, which keeps the same simplicity and ease of use as previous versions. The main window, under the Status tab, gives you direct access to the three basic program areas (Protection, Maintenance and Updates) and all the tools included in the suite. Each one of the tools in Panda Internet Security features a thorough configuration settings menu that enables you to tweak their behavior down to the smallest detail.

Overall, Panda Internet Security is an excellent solution for all your security needs though like many other security tools, it is likely to be incompatible with any other security software – even other Panda tools – and takes a long time to get it finally set up and running.

Panda Internet Security is a comprehensive security suite that protects your system from viruses, spyware, trojans, spam and more.

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All the tools in Comodo Internet Security come conveniently bundled in a single interface, where they're easily managed and configured thanks to a clean tab menu. The program is complete as regards configuration options and customization settings, but at the same time it looks easy enough for the average user.

There are some nice details in Comodo Internet Security that I especially liked: the possibility to import and export your settings, the ability to create lists with your trusted and blocked apps to make the program less intrusive and also the community features, which enable you to report suspicious files and browse support forums directly from the program.

I must say Comodo Internet Security has made a very good impression on me. My only complaint, if any, is the time it takes to configure it properly. The first few days you'll be constantly receiving alerts until the program gets to know every trusted app. But that's something common in all security apps and besides, Comodo Internet Security makes up for it.

With Comodo Internet Security you'll be fully protected from all online threats: viruses, unauthorized accesses, spyware and more.

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With Webroot Internet Security Essentials you can protect your system without sacrificing performance. This complete suite keeps you safe from all sorts of online threats – viruses, spyware, worms, Trojans, rootkits and the likes – while maintaining system resources at a reasonable level.

Webroot Internet Security Essentials features a nicely designed interface that you'll find easy to use from the very beginning. The sidebar on the left gives you access to the program's functions, while the main area displays the options and settings of each selected tool.

You'll find a varied selection of tools in Webroot Internet Security Essentials: a sweeping utility with support for scheduling that cleans your system from unwanted items, a bunch of shields to protect your web browsing, network connections, Windows system and e-mail, a firewall and a backup tool, among others. The program also includes a special "Gamer mode" that turns off all shields and alerts so that you're not interrupted while playing.

Webroot Internet Security Essentials is a complete security suite that protects your system from a wide range of online threats.

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Webroot Internet Security Complete features a nicely designed interface that you'll find easy to use from the very beginning. The program’s tools are divided into four main sections: PC Security, Sync and Sharing, System Cleaner and Identity and Privacy. When clicking any of them, Webroot Internet Security Complete displays the tool’s advanced menus and configuration settings, with an eye-catching animation effect.

The first system scan in Webroot Internet Security Complete can take a long time, but gets better in subsequent scans. The suite manages to protect your system without sacrificing performance. It keeps you safe from all sorts of online threats – viruses, spyware, worms, Trojans, rootkits and the likes – while maintaining system resources at a reasonable level.

Among the features you’ll find in Webroot Internet Security Complete there are antivirus, antimalware, firewall, file syncing and online storage, and password protection – both developed by the Webroot team and licensed from third parties. Regardless, they’re nicely integrated in the program’s interface and work perfectly well. Plus, if you ever need help, Webroot Internet Security Complete is really well documented and includes video tutorials.

On the downside, the suite lacks parental controls, and the antispam filters work only with Outlook and Outlook Express. Also note you’re required to create a user account on Webroot’s website in order to use some of the tools included here.

Webroot Internet Security Complete is a feature-rich security suite that keeps your system fully protected, as well as providing you with useful security tools.

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Most internet users nowadays know how important it is to to have multiple levels of protection against malware and viruses. A simple antivirus program just isn't enough.

TrustPort Total Protection is a security suite that includes antivirus protection, a firewall, parental controls, encryption tools and a secure file destroyer. It is compact and can be installed on a flash drive, which means you can take its protection virtually anywhere.

TrustPort Total Protection paneled interface is simple and contains a summary of all of its modules. This will tell you things like whether or not it's enabled, how many files it's analyzed, for example. Every function on TrustPort Total Protection can be set to your preferences, although some of these functions don't offer very advanced options.

You can also create two different types of encrypted drives with TrustPort Total Protection. In addition, TrustPort Total Protection has its own encrypted file manager and secure a cleaner, which destroys the files to make them unrecoverable.

The only real downsides is the installer is a pretty large file, scans can take a long time depending on how large your drive is and some functions don't offer many customization options.

For someone looking for a generally simple and lightweight security suite, TrustPort Total Protection offers a good array of protection offers for your PC.

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In Panda Global Protection you’ll find not only the renowned antivirus that has made this brand so popular, but also a personal firewall, anti-spam filter, online identity protection, a shield against vulnerabilities and parental control – though this last option is not available in the trial version.

Despite the variety of tools included in the suite, Panda Global Protection is surprisingly light on resources and keeps you safe without interrupting your daily workflow – at least not as much as other security tools do.

Panda Global Protection features a totally overhauled interface, which keeps the same simplicity and ease of use as previous versions. The main window, under the Status tab, gives you direct access to the three basic program areas (Protection, Maintenance and Updates) and all the tools included in the suite. Each one of the tools in Panda Global Protection features a thorough configuration settings menu that enables you to tweak their behavior down to the smallest detail.

Overall, Panda Global Protection is an excellent solution for all your security needs though like many other security tools, it is likely to be incompatible with any other security software – even other Panda tools – and takes a long time to get it finally set up and running.

Panda Global Protection is a comprehensive security suite that protects your system from viruses, spyware, trojans, spam and more.

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CA Internet Security Suite covers four areas of security: Files, Viruses, Internet and Children. Within these modules you can scan for viruses and malware, secure documents, backup important files and protect your PC from identity theft. For children, there's a parental blocking system, that should keep kids away from unsuitable websites.

The Internet module includes real time protection for files and incoming emails. You can start or schedule a system scan whenever you want, although they are very slow. In general CA Internet Security Suite is a heavy resource user, and even though alerts are configurable, they still interrupt and slow down your PC. Scans are deep, but don't discriminate between good and bad internet cookies, which is annoying.

CA Internet Security Suite is comprehensive, and does do what it clams. It's very easy to use, with an interface that anyone will understand. However, it's too resource hungry and intrusive to recommend wholeheartedly.

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Unlike other security suites based on centralized technologies, CyberDefender Early Detection Center uses the power of its own user community to create a proprietary network that protects you from internet threats faster than other more traditional methods. CyberDefender Early Detection Center also makes use of the so called Dual Core Scanning Technology, thanks to which every file is analyzed by two different scanning engines.

CyberDefender Early Detection Center includes an anti-spyware tool and an antivirus, as well as different monitoring tools to check if you have all Windows updates installed, if there are any tracking cookies present, or if you have a firewall to protect your system, among other details.

The interface in CyberDefender Early Detection Center is quite different from the standard layout. It’s composed mainly of text and buttons – almost no graphics – but it’s not difficult to use. The program works fine, but somehow we were left with the sensation that it’s a bit too alarmist – with browser cookies being labeled as “high risk items”. Additionally, these items won’t be removed unless you pay for a license.

CyberDefender Early Detection Center is a security suite that protects you against spyware, viruses and other online threats, but which might be a bit too sensitive.

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Security is probably the most important issue when it comes to using computers. Whether you browse the web, check email, or store sensitive data on your hard drive, you need to be protected from any possible threat. Steganos Privacy Suite is an essential suite for everyone, from the security paranoid to those who use the same, simple password for multiple logins. Steganos Privacy Suite includes a varied selection of security tools that you can manage your passwords with, protect confidential emails through encryption, erase computer usage traces completely, and destroy sensitive files, just to name a few features.

Steganos Privacy Suite also includes tools to create special safe areas in your hard drive to store important files. You can turn your USB key into a portable safe as well. If your PC or laptop is stolen, Steganos Privacy Suite's anti-theft feature additionally makes sure that the thief won't be able to do much with it once they have it.

Steganos Privacy Suite features a nicely designed, easy to use interface. The only downside is that Steganos Privacy Suite has some advanced features beginner users might not fully be able to figure out how to use without additional assistance. For reference, Steganos Privacy Suite also requires an activation serial number to run the trial version, which in turn requires you to register on the Steganos website.

Steganos Privacy Suite is a powerful security suite that will protect you from all sorts of online threats.

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