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http://www.netmag.co.uk/
www.pcmag.com
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Friday, December 21, 2007
PC RELATED MAGAZINES
Before buying any pc related things read about it from any of these websites.
http://www.maximumpc.com
http://www.digitalartsonline.co.uk
http://www.netmag.co.uk/
www.pcmag.com
http://www.pcworld.com/
KASPERSKY PRODUCTS REVIEWS
KASPERSKY PRODUCTS :
Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 7.0
Kaspersky® Internet Security 7.0
For product downloads:
http://www.kaspersky.com/downloads
Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 7.0
Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 7.0 provides you with traditional anti-virus protection based on the latest protection technologies. You can work, communicate, surf the internet and play online games on your computer safely and easily.
Product Highlights
- Three protection technologies against new and unknown threats: 1) Hourly automated database updates, 2) Preliminary behavior analysis, 3) On-going behavior analysis. New!
- Protection from viruses, Trojans and worms
- Protection from spyware and adware
- Real-time scanning for email, Internet traffic and files
- Protection from viruses when using ICQ and other IM clients
- Protection from all types of keyloggers. Improved!
- Detection of all types of rootkits. Improved!
- Automatic database updates
Additional Features
- Rollback of unwanted changes on your computer
- Self-defense of the antivirus program from being disabled or stopped
- Tools for creating a Rescue Disk
- Free technical support
Comprehensive anti-virus protection
Email protection. Your email is secure no matter which email program you use because Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7.0 scans email traffic in real-time: POP3, IMAP and NNTP for outgoing mail and SMTP for incoming mail. Moreover, Kaspersky Anti-Virus comes with plug-ins and disinfection routines for email databases for popular email programs such as Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Outlook Express.
Real-time Internet traffic scanning. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7.0 scans all HTTP Internet traffic in real-time no matter which browser you use. Malicious programs are detected before they are able to infect your computer. You can use the Internet for business or pleasure and still be secure.
On-access and on-demand file scanning. You can scan any and all areas on your computer from individual files to drives to removable storage media. You can also chose to scan only critical areas such as start up objects, which are a favorite target for virus writers.
Security for your data
Prevents criminals from harvesting your data. Many of today’s Trojans and keyloggers are designed to send your data to third parties without your knowledge or consent. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7.0 detects and destroys such programs, making sure that your data stays where it belongs until you decide to share it.
Rollback of malicious changes. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7.0 monitors system and application behavior for suspicious behavior. Once malicious behavior is detected, the process is blocked and all of the changes are rolled back, leaving you with a clean system and your original data intact.
Stability and critical protection
Rescue disk. Creating a rescue disk is quick and easy using the built in wizard in Kaspersky Anti-Virus. If your computer is ever attacked by a virus, you can restore and disinfect your system right away by yourself using the rescue disk you created even if the operating system has been damaged.
Self-protection. Today virus writers begin their attack on your computer by disabling anti-virus protection. Kaspersky Anti-Virus is designed to block all attempts to disable protection, leaving you to work and play securely.
Simple and Convenient
Quick installation and configuration. Express installation takes only a few minutes of your time. The default settings have been configured to provide best performance and best security, so you only need to install the program and can immediately return to your usual activities. If you enjoy customizing your security, the solution has extensive and flexible configuration options that will allow you to adjust the settings exactly as you like.
Minimal load on your system. A range of technologies ensures that you get the best out from your computer and stay secure: only new and changed files are scanned in real-time; scanning is paused if your other activities require additional resources; default settings for real-time monitoring ensure maximum performance.
Automatic hourly updates. Kaspersky Anti-Virus checks for updates on Kaspersky Lab servers regularly. In case of virus outbreaks the checks are more frequent. All updates are downloaded and installed automatically. You don’t need to worry about a thing.
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Kaspersky® Internet Security 7.0
Kaspersky® Internet Security 7.0 provides you with the same proven anti-virus protection as Kaspersky Anti-Virus together with additional features including Parental Control, a personal firewall, an anti-spam filter, Privacy Control and more.
Product Highlights
- Integrated protection from all Internet threats
- Integrated antivirus protection: 1) Hourly automated database updates, 2) Preliminary behavior analysis, 3) On-going behavior analysis. New!
- Real-time scanning for email, Internet traffic and files
- Personal firewall with an IDS / IPS system. Improved!
- Protection from leaks of confidential data. New!
- Parental Control. New!
- Protection from spam and phishing
- Automatic database updates
Additional Features
- Protection from viruses, Trojans and worms
- Protection from spyware and adware
- Protection from all types of keyloggers. Improved!
- Detection of all types of rootkits. Improved!
- Protection from viruses when using ICQ and other IM clients
- Rollback of malicious changes on your PC
- Self-defense of the antivirus program from being disabled or stopped
- Tools for creating a Rescue Disk
- Free technical support
Kaspersky Anti-Virus Mobile is a convenient and reliable solution that protects smartphones from malicious programs that target mobile platforms.
Advantages
- Real-time antivirus scanning
- Anti-spam for SMS/EMS/MMS
- Fast and discreet performance
- Automatic database updates
Features
- On-demand antivirus scanning of the smartphone’s internal memory and extension cards
- Automatic scanning of all incoming or modified SMS, MMS, email items and executable files
- Full antivirus scans on a schedule defined by the user
- Free technical support on issues related to installing, activating, configuring and using the products
For product downloads:
http://www.kaspersky.com/downloads
BitDefender 2008
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Ease of Use:
Softwin has covered all of the bases with BitDefender. This comprehensive product has an attractive, easy–to–use design that is consistent throughout the software and the manufacturer’s website. Because it is simple to use and updates itself automatically, you can install it on your system, then practically forget it’s there—an ideal solution for any user.
BitDefender creates a small window called the “File Zone” on your desktop that indicates how many files the program has scanned in the past few minutes. You can also drag and drop files into the File Zone for an immediate scan. The program prepares a report of each completed scan so you know exactly what your files do or do not contain and you can instruct BitDefender to disinfect or remove any infected files or messages.
You can also customize BitDefender’s security settings for features such as AntiVirus, Firewall, Antispam, Antispyware and Parental Control.
Effectiveness:
BitDefender’s customizable settings make the program effective for a variety of users. For example, if you receive legitimate commercial email, you can set BitDefender’s spam filters to allow specific or all emails.
Virus Bulletin rated BitDefender a VB100%, the highest honor for anti–virus software.
The VB 100% logo is awarded to anti–virus products that detect all current “in the wild” viruses during both on–demand and on–access scanning in Virus Bulletin’s comparative tests.
Additionally, BitDefender passed the ICSA 2007—a similar test that certifies the software can detect viruses, prevent virus replication, and doesn’t generate false positives.
Updates:
The live update feature checks for product and virus definition updates at either a user–defined interval, manually or default (every hour). When you do a manual check for updates, you can decide which updates to install. When the software automatically checks for updates, it can update the files immediately or at a specified time that you can determine during setup.
Feature Set:
BitDefender uses the ICSA Labs certified scanning engines, so you can feel secure about their virus protection.
The program creates a summary log of events that shows the last definitions updates, details on any virus the software encounters, the last time you ran a scan, definitions number and more. And new in 2008, Bitdefender has added a Gamer Feature so it won't tax your memory during intense gaming.
BitDefender’s startup guard will tell you if a program is trying to load itself upon start up so you can choose to allow it or not. This software suite also comes with adware and spyware detectors. Though we recommend using an antispyware scanner, as they are designed specifically for this purpose, it is nice to have two programs working towards a common goal, to keep your computer clean.
Ease of Installation:
This product is easy to download from their website.
Help/Support:
When you purchase BitDefender you also receive one year of virus signature and scan engine updates. The manufacturer offers qualified technical support live via the Internet and telephone.
There is also an online database with answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) and they have an email address–they answered our email within 6 hours. An online forum is located at http://forum.bitdefender.com/.
Summary:
BitDefender is easy to use, simple to install, has a great feature set and at $24.95, it won’t break your bank account. Anyone who spends time on the Internet knows the importance of anti–virus software; BitDefender will keep your computer virus–free and running smoothly.
BitDefender Product Details
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Features:
The purpose of the antivirus module is to ensure detection and removal of all viruses in the wild. BitDefender Antivirus uses robust scan engines certified by ICSA Labs, Virus Bulletin, Checkmark, CheckVir and TÜV.
IMPROVED Proactive Detection
B–HAVE (Behavioral Heuristic Analyzer in Virtual Environments) emulates a virtual computer–inside–a–computer where pieces of software are run in order to check for potential malware behavior. This BitDefender proprietary technology represents a new security layer that keeps the operating system safe from unknown viruses by detecting malicious pieces of code for which signatures have not yet been released.
Permanent Antivirus Protection
The new and improved BitDefender scanning engines will scan and disinfect infected files on access, minimizing data loss. Infected documents can now be recovered instead of being deleted.
NEW Rootkit Detection and Removal
A new BitDefender module looks for rootkits (malicious programs designed to control victim computers, while staying hidden) and removes them on detection.
NEW Web Scanning
Web traffic is now filtered in real–time even before reaching your browser, providing a safe and enjoyable web experience.
Peer–2–Peer and IM Applications Protection
Filters against viruses that spread via instant messaging and file sharing software applications.
Full E–mail Protection
BitDefender runs on the POP3/SMTP protocol level, filtering incoming and outgoing e–mail messages, regardless of the e–mail client used (Outlook™, Outlook Express™, The Bat!™, Netscape®, etc.), without any additional configuration.
Antispyware
BitDefender monitors and prevents potential spyware threats in real–time, before they can damage your system. By making use of a comprehensive database of spyware signatures, it will keep your computer spyware–free.
Real–Time Antispyware
BitDefender monitors dozens of potential “hotspots” in your system where spyware might act, and also checks any changes made to your system and software. Known spyware threats are also blocked in real–time.
Spyware Scanning and Cleaning
BitDefender can scan your entire system, or just part of it, for known spyware threats. The scan uses a constantly updated spyware signature database.
NEW Privacy Protection
The privacy guard monitors HTTP (web) and SMTP (mail) traffic flowing out of your computer for what might be personal information –such as credit card numbers, Social Security numbers and other user–defined strings (e.g. bits of passwords).
Anti-Dialer
A configurable anti–dialer prevents malicious applications from running up a huge telephone bill at your expense.
Cookie Control
The antispyware component filters incoming and outgoing cookie type files, keeping your identity and preferences confidential when you’re browsing the Internet.
Active Content Control
Proactively blocks any potentially malicious application such as: ActiveX, Java Applets or Java Scripts type codes.
More Features:
IMPROVED Deployment and Use
A setup wizard starts immediately after installation, helping users select the most appropriate update settings, implementing a scanning schedule and providing a quick path to the registration and activation of the product.
IMPROVED User Experience
BitDefender has redesigned the user experience, placing emphasis on ease of use and clutter avoidance. As a result, many BitDefender v10 modules require significantly less user interaction, through the convenient use of automation and machine learning.
Hourly Updates
Your copy of BitDefender will be updated 24 times a day over the Internet, directly or through a Proxy Server. The product is able to repair itself, if necessary, by downloading the damaged or missing files from BitDefender servers.
24/7 Support
Offered online by qualified support representatives and by accessing an online database with answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
Rescue CD
BitDefender Antivirus v10 is delivered on a bootable CD. This CD can be used to analyze/repair/disinfect a compromised system which cannot be started.
System Requirements:
Pentium II 350 MHz or higher processor Minimum 128 MB of RAM Memory (256 MB recommended) Minimum 60 MB available hard disk space
Operating Environment:
Windows 2000/*XP/ *VISTA / IE 5.5 (+)
*not compatible with XP Pro 64 Bit or VISTA 64 Bit
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ESET Nod32 2.7
Ease of Use: 
We found the Control Center layout and modules a little bit confusing. The terminology is very technical; however, a techie would love the customization abilities and scanning power of Nod32.
Effectiveness:
The most important function of antivirus software is to detect and block viruses, and Nod32 does an excellent job. This software received the VB100% award in June 2007, was certified by ICSA in 2007 and passed the level 1 & 2 Checkmark from West Coast Labs.
Updates:
NOD32 claims that they detected and blocked big-gun viruses like CIH, Melissa, LoveLetter long before the competition. The team in the ESET virus lab is extremely fast and good at analyzing viruses and releasing blocks and fixes. Nod32 updates virus definitions “As Needed.”
Feature Set:
Nod32 is designed for more advanced users with plenty of customization features. Nevertheless we wouldn't discourage the average home user from using this product-it just may take some time to learn everything.
Nod32 has two different ways to run the program. You can run a simple Nod32 scan or you can spend more time using the control center. Within the control center you can have access to tons of customiztion feature and differnet types of scans-DMON, IMON, EMON and more. Here is an overview of the different scans:
- AMON - the resident (running in operating memory at all times) or "on-access" antivirus monitor. This program is the most crucial antivirus defense tool.
- NOD32 (also referred to as the "on-demand" scanner) - this is the scanner executed manually by the user, or automatically by the scheduler.
- IMON - this scanner provides the first line of defense by monitoring Internet traffic (SMTP, ftp, http and other Winsock protocols).
- EMON - the Nod32 Mail Scanner provides protection from email-borne viruses.
- DMON - scans Microsoft office documents and files directly downloaded from Internet Explorerer.
Ease of Installation:
The installation process allows you to do a typical installation, some customization or an advanced install that gives you control over all the default functions. We didn't have any problems with the installation process.
Help/Support:
The program offers helpful documentation in the form of manuals and FAQs. The email support is excellent and they responded to our email within 30 minutes. Additionally, the manufacturer offers 24/7 phone support.
Summary:
Nod32 is a first-rate antivirus program that offers several levels of superior protection. However, the product is somewhat hard to understand because of the technical jargon and wouldn't be our first choice for the average home user.
Features:
- Centralized management of the resident antivirus modules and filters.
- Intuitive directory tree style system for easy access to:
- Automatic, internet/LAN Update module
- Centralized system of log files for all installed modules
- AMON - resident on-access monitor
- NOD32 - on-demand scanner
- IMON - Internet monitor - scans e-mails incoming via the POP3 protocol as well as HTTP traffic
- EMON - complementary e-mail scanner module - scans e-mails incoming via MAPI interface (details below)
- Flexible task scheduler and planning module
- Quarantine directory
- Key system information
- Supports frequent incremental updates and upgrades of the executable components.
- Most updates are performed 'on-the-fly' (no reboot is required).
- Small incremental update of the virus database minimizes network congestion and download times.
- Allows flexible scheduling of updates and selection of various update profiles.
- Checks for updates of the system at user-defined intervals or even upon the occurrence of a predefined event.
- Provides intelligent update options for computers on dial-up access.
- Supports proxy-servers (Basic and NTLM authentication).
- Provides authentication of the origin of downloaded update files using a digital signature technique.
- Supports updating from a local site without accessing the Internet, such as from a server within a LAN.
- The upgrade system can be configured to reflect a multi-level hierarchy and/or other needs of a large company or organization.
- Creates updates to a floppy or CD for PCs that are not connected to the network.
- Configuration settings can be distributed to local workstations from an administrator's computer.
- Provides the option to use a configuration file to set system parameters across the network during initial installation and/or subsequent updates.
- Supports 'silent mode' on end-user workstations: notification messages may be forwarded to an administrator only.
- Allows the settings to be password protected.
- On-demand scanner results
- Relevant events (e.g. performed updates, executed tasks, etc.)
- Infiltrations detected by resident modules and filters
System Requirements:
- Microsoft Windows NT/2000/2003/XP/Vista.
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RATINGS OF ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARES 2008
RATINGS:
1.BIT DEFENDER 
Overall Rating
2Kaspersky 7 Overall Rating
3.ESET Nod32 2. 7 
Overall Rating
4.TREND MICRO ANTIVIRUS PLUS ANTISPYWARE
5.F-SECURE ANTIVIRUS
6.MC-AFEE ANTIVIRUS
7.NORTON ANTIVIRUS
IMPORTANT:
Reviews were published after the evaluation of these softwares .
You are not a child to give download links too.
RATINGS OF INTERNET SECURITY SOFTWARES 2008
1.BitDefender Internet Security 2008
2.McAfee Internet Security Internet Security Suite
3.Norton Internet Security 2007
4.KASPERSKY INTERNET SECURITY SUITE
5.PC-CILLIN INTERNET SECURITY SUITE
6.PANDA INTERNET SECURITY SUITE
7.ZONE ALARM INTERNET SECURITY SUITE
IMPORTANT:
Reviews were published after the evaluation of these softwares .
You are not a child to give download links too.
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2.McAfee Internet Security Internet Security Suite
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3.Norton Internet Security 2007
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4.KASPERSKY INTERNET SECURITY SUITE
5.PC-CILLIN INTERNET SECURITY SUITE
6.PANDA INTERNET SECURITY SUITE
7.ZONE ALARM INTERNET SECURITY SUITE
IMPORTANT:
Reviews were published after the evaluation of these softwares .
You are not a child to give download links too.
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