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Five apps for removing rootkits
March 12, 2013 11:00am PDT
The second you suspect a rootkit action must be taken immediately. Here are five apps that can help.
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Keep your PCs clean with five portable antivirus and antimalware tools
October 15, 2012 8:42am PDT
Jack Wallen lists his five favorite portable antivirus / antimalware tools - the tools you keep handy for that inevitable security emergency.
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Five free anti-malware tools for Windows PCs
September 12, 2012 11:33am PDT
Protect your system against those insidious malware threats with the help of these reliable removal tools.
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How do I install and configure Microsoft Security Essentials?
June 14, 2012 12:08am PDT
Microsoft Security Essentials is the company's internal free anti-virus and anti-malware software application. Mark Kaelin walks you through the steps required to install it.
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Gallery: Ten computer viruses that changed the world
August 8, 2011 5:32am PDT
In the last 25 years, the state of the art in automated malfeasance has progressed to the point that it's part of the armory of international geopolitics.
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Ad-Aware 9 Free in pictures
December 8, 2010 7:00pm PST
One of the first applications built to find and remove malware and spyware, Ad-Aware's reputation is well-justified. The latest version continues the publisher's tradition of adroitly addressing...
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Look back at Microsoft Excel Easter Eggs
September 2, 2010 1:51pm PDT
Microsoft’s developers hid some really elaborate Easter Eggs in Excel 95/97/2000.
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Spotlight: Avira AntiVir Professional antivirus software
March 23, 2010 7:41am PDT
Avira AntiVir Professional solves the problem of the often-confounding protection from viruses and malware/spyware on workstation computers.
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Mac OS X ransomware - hype or real threat?
March 17, 2010 4:22pm PDT
In need of a fresh example that cybercriminals are actively looking for ways to monetize infected Mac OS X hosts? Early-stage discussions at several web forums, including a PoC (proof of concept,...
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Social engineering tactics of the Koobface botnet
October 14, 2009 7:09am PDT
The gang behind the Koobface botnet is periodically updating the template it relies on for infecting new years. Here are some of the most popular ones introduced by the gang throughout the year.
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Ad-Aware 8
October 12, 2009 3:10am PDT
Lavasoft's Ad-Aware is one of the best-known malware removal tools. The update to version 8 includes better performance and a behavior-based detection system.
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Spotlight: SuperAntiSpyware Professional security software
June 10, 2009 1:58pm PDT
When IT consultant Erik Eckel first heard of SuperAntiSpyware, he feared it might be yet another pseudo antispyware program. When he learned just how well the legitimate antimalware application...
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Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
March 3, 2009 1:03pm PST
Adware, spyware and other malware threats are the bane of IT administrators, whether managing small business or medium-scale networks. Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware software, while a relative...
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Norton AntiVirus 2009 With Antispyware
December 4, 2008 11:13am PST
The debate over antivirus programs often becomes heated. Everyone, from novices to experts, has opinions. In this TechRepublic gallery, IT consultant Erik Eckel explores why he believes Norton...
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Spybot Search & Destroy: The Right Tool for the Job?
November 9, 2007 12:43pm PST
Many anti-virus apps do a good job of cleaning up viruses and Trojans, but only relatively recently have utilities begun to effectively address the newer threat vector of spyware and adware. Paul...
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Ten free security utilities you should already be using
August 10, 2007 7:48am PDT
Here's a list of ten free security tools you can and should be using to help protect, disinfect and manage your Windows computer.
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AVG Anti-Rootkit Free: The Right Tool for the Job?
July 18, 2007 11:37am PDT
Grisoft has developed quite a following with its free (for personal, non-commercial use) security applications, and for good reason. AVG anti-virus and anti-spyware programs use little overhead...
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Haute Secure - Blocking drive-by malware downloads
July 18, 2007 8:09am PDT
This gallery takes a look at Haute Secure, a new Internet Explorer add-on that promises to block drive-by exploits from compromising Windows computers.
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Photos: Intel's science fair
June 22, 2007 5:08am PDT
The company opened its doors Wednesday for a look at ongoing research projects ranging from a sensor for mobile devices to rootkit detection technology.
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What's new in Vista Group Policy?
May 16, 2007 12:30pm PDT
Vista offers 800 new Group Policy settings, some that pertain to added features and others that enhance control over features carried over from Windows XP. Deb Shinder offers a detailed look at...
