http://reviews.cnet.com/Software/2001-3513_7-0.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software CNET Software Reviews are the most comprehensive resource for unbiased personal technology advice. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 02:01:46 PDT http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/cobd/cnet/cnet_88x31.gif http://reviews.cnet.com/2001-1_7-0.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software 88 31 http://reviews.cnet.com/Trend_Micro_AntiVirus_plus_AntiSpyware_2010/4505-3681_7-33769503.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software Going by older detection and removal numbers, Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware offers competent if basic security protection. However, so do many free competitors. This year, we recommend giving Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010 a pass. Antivirus and filtering Thu, 27 Aug 2009 04:05:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Quicken_Deluxe_2010/4505-6405_7-33775958.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software Quicken 2010 is a solid finance package, especially for novices, but offers little that's substantively new. Accounting and finance Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:56:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Trend_Micro_Internet_Security_2010/4505-3688_7-33769501.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software Trend Micro Internet Security Pro's broad feature set combined with its look and feel make it a serious contender, but its questionable efficacy and middling performance make it a program we're not recommending. Security and encryption Fri, 28 Aug 2009 03:06:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Kaspersky_Anti_Virus_2010_CD_ROM_1_Year_License/4505-3681_7-33765852.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2010 offers pricey antivirus protection. The 2009 version scored well on independent antivirus detection and removal tests, but be prepared to pay a premium for what you're getting. Antivirus and filtering Tue, 25 Aug 2009 05:26:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Trend_Micro_Internet_Security_Pro_2010/4505-3667_7-33769502.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software Trend Micro Internet Security Pro's broad feature set combined with its look and feel make it a serious contender, but questionable efficacy and middling performance mean it's a program we're not recommending for this year. Internet security and firewall Thu, 27 Aug 2009 04:11:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Apple_Mac_OS_X_Snow_Leopard/4505-3673_7-33676737.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software Intel Mac users will like Snow Leopard's smartly designed interface enhancements, and its Exchange support is a must-have (especially with Outlook for Mac on the way). With a ton of technological improvements, Snow Leopard is worth the $29 upgrade fee. Macintosh OS Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:00:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/McAfee_Total_Protection_2010_1_User/4505-3667_7-33768125.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software McAfee Total Protection 2010 hits many of the right notes. It's easy to use and it's effective, but years of below-average releases will likely leave many users unwilling to give it a try. Internet security and firewall Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:42:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/Norton_AntiVirus_2010_1_User_1_PC/4505-3681_7-33770771.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software Norton AntiVirus 2010 builds on the immense progress made in last year's version, maintaining a low system profile while strengthening its security framework. It's not perfect, but even Symantec's detractors should check it out. Antivirus and filtering Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:12:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Zone_Alarm_Extreme_Security_2010/4505-3667_7-33770266.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software ZoneAlarm Extreme Security 2010 isn't necessarily the best suite around, but it's definitely effective and should appeal to those who like making granular adjustments to their protection. Internet security and firewall Thu, 08 Oct 2009 01:53:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Norton_Internet_Security_2010_1_User_3_PCs/4505-3667_7-33770774.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software Norton Internet Security 2010 builds on the immense progress it made in last year's version, maintaining a low system profile while strengthening its security framework. It's not perfect, but even Symantec's detractors should check it out. Internet security and firewall Thu, 24 Sep 2009 03:45:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Corel_Digital_Studio_2010/4505-3626_7-33769605.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software A majority of home users will appreciate Corel Digital Studio's feature set, its interactive projects, and wide support for photo and video formats. Graphics and publishing Wed, 02 Sep 2009 06:00:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Kaspersky_Internet_Security_2010_1_Year_License/4505-3667_7-33765822.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 is a full-featured security suite, and the 2009 version scored well on independent antivirus detection and removal tests. However, be prepared to pay a premium for what you're getting. Internet security and firewall Tue, 25 Aug 2009 05:39:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/PC_Tools_Internet_Security_2010_1_User_3_PCs/4505-3688_7-33884569.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=TR_Software We're big fans of PC Tools Internet Security's ThreatFire component, and the overall toolset that PC Tools provides is robust, but the suite could be both faster and easier to use. Security and encryption Fri, 04 Dec 2009 01:38:00 PST