Twenty programs you shouldn't be without
Safety first
From the minute you press the power button, think, "Safety first!" The right security software is a life-or-death matter for your computer, since spyware, viruses, Trojan horses, worms, and hackers can quickly send your PC to an early grave. These six security programs ensure your computer won't become a very expensive doorstop.
 | AVG Anti-Virus Free EditionTrue to its name, AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition keeps your computer safe from the Internet's hazards at no cost. While you may eventually upgrade to the Professional version or another antivirus suite altogether, AVG is a good start.> Learn more... |  |
 | ZoneAlarmA firewall is absolutely essential to prevent hackers and other cyberthreats from accessing your PC. ZoneAlarm walks you through the setup process, offers several levels of security, and doesn't overload you with jargon. Set it and forget it.> Learn more... |  |
 | Ad-AwareThis program is extremely effective at finding and removing the Web's most notorious spyware components, as well as new, deadly threats. You won't find bells and whistles, but you will get rock-solid protection.> Learn more... | |
 | Microsoft Windows Defender betaMicrosoft recently beefed up its free antispyware app with new tools and other improvements, but the verification process is annoying. Still, if your operating system is compatible, Windows Defender provides excellent protection.> Learn more... | |
 | WinPatrolThis program monitors several computer locations where malware is most likely to invade, including start-up programs, browser helper objects, scheduled tasks, services, and cookies. While it won't cure serious infections, it will prevent new harm.> Learn more... | |
 | HijackThisIf your spyware-removal arsenal has failed to defeat a particularly insidious intruder, this program could be your last hope. While you may need to consult a Web-based forum to make sense of the program's scans, this program will spot almost all potential threats. (For more information, read our Clean your PC with HijackThis feature or watch a video walkthrough.)>Learn more... | |
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