Data Doctors Radio Program
Deciphering Anti-malware software options
If you're computer is connected to the Internet, you MUST have the proper protection software in place or be exposed to countless security exploits.
But with so many choices to evaluate, how do you know which are the best programs for you?
Should you install free software, pay for the software or some combination of the two?
The variables for making the right choice include the type and age of your computer, the age and activities of the users, the number of users and past issues.
Listen in as the Data Doctors review all the current options, variables and threats that you need to know about in order to choose the right protection.
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Original Air Date: Jul 11, 2009
This Week's Links
- Our take on the FREE vs PAY Anti-virus question
- Independent comparatives of Anti-Virus software
- Tom's Hardware Guide - 2009 AV Roundup
- Anti-malware offerings from Microsoft
- How to test your Anti-virus program
- Is it time for Mac users to install anti-virus software?
- Yet another reason why Macs need security software
- Our current choice for commercial protection
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HIPS: Host Intrusion Prevention Systems - A supplemental security technology used in security software (like antivirus) to stop unknown threats.
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