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1 Computer and Internet Security Guide! Kill viruses, spyware, malware, keyloggers and Trojans! Last Updated April 26, 2009 Feel free to share this report with your friends. You can even offer it as a free download on your website. 1

2 Table of Content 1. Computer and Internet Security Issues that you Should Know Internet Security Software: Free Downloads To Secure Your PC Protecting Your Computer through McAfee Internet Security Suite Norton Internet Security 2009: Providing the Best Security for Your Computer Keeping Evil Away From Your PC with ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite etrust Internet Security Suite: Do Not Take Protection for Granted Pc-cillin Internet Security: Trusted by Millions Worldwide for Protection Protecting Your Computer the Best Way through Kaspersky Internet Security Computer and Internet Security Issues that you Should Know U sing your computer and a reliable Internet connection can be the best combination for an ideal business opportunity. You don t need raise too much capital for your business venture. With just a reliable Internet connection and computer system (which, because of wide availability and usage, become cheaper), you will be able to start your business right away and earn hundreds to thousands of dollars every month, depending on the online business opportunity that you would prefer. However, you must be aware of the miscalculations that you can commit along your online business venture, especially when you forget to prioritize the protection of your computer system from unauthorized use and data theft. Contrary to the popular belief that a small-size Internet business will make them safe from data hackers and online intruders, there is also a great risk and danger involved once you neglect to protect your computer system, especially the hacking and computer destruction activities that are increasing significantly as the Internet evolves over the years. Most small-time Internet entrepreneurs are blinded by the fact that they are not exempted from these notorious data thieves, which is not true nowadays. According to a research conducted by AMI-Partners, almost 50 percent of small and medium-sized online businesses failed to execute even the most basic security protection, which includes the installation of anti-spyware and anti-virus programs to their computer systems. This is one of the main reasons why the Mydoom worm triumphed, affecting one out of three small and medium-sized online businesses compared to one out of six large Internet companies. This was 2

3 also discovered by the ISA or the Internet Security Alliance, a non-profit organization that handles information security issues. In other words, we can conclude that even small online businesses are more vulnerable to online threats of data theft and electronic sabotage. In fact, every small online business owner must give data and network protection more attention due to the sophistication of data thieves. These thieves have now one of the advanced software programs and hardware necessary to break into the security measures implemented by data mangers. It would be a great waste of time and financial resources if your computer is left unguarded against these advanced data thieves and online hackers. You are on the verge of losing everything including your computer, which is also a valuable investment. Thus, it is important that you should consider data security and encryption as one of your top priorities. Keep in mind that your computer system is always vulnerable to this kind of attacks, even if you are just starting up. In fact, big businesses have more chances to recover compared to small business since big business have necessary funds available to recover from mishap. On the other hand, your small business has meager funds to start with your business and an attack will be catastrophic for your small business. There are hundreds of software providers that came up with latest solutions to guarantee the safety of your computer system. In addition, there are also Internet security services to guarantee protection of your online data against Internet hackers. By incorporating high level of encryption technology, hackers will have a hard time intercepting the data being stored in your computer system or while it is transmitted to a certain network of computer systems. Always explore your options. Prioritize what is important and avoid getting caught by a catastrophic incident that will shut down your small business at an instant. 2. Internet Security Software: Free Downloads To Secure Your PC The internet is considered as the information superhighway where you can gather the information you need for school and work. In fact, the internet is so useful that people have begun to use it for businesses. The internet can even be a great way to entertain yourself with downloadable movies, comics and music. Another benefit the internet gives is that you can do your shopping for your clothes and groceries right in the comforts of your own home. You no longer need to go out to the supermarket or to the mall to buy the 3

4 things you need. All you need to do is log in to an online shopping website and purchase the items you need. Unfortunately, useful as the internet may be, it also has its dangers. Since more and more people are purchasing goods and services in the internet, it also paved the way for new kinds of criminals. These criminals will try and get your financial and personal information and use it to steal money from you without you knowing about it until it s too late. These people develop programs or softwares that can invade your personal computer silently and will start gathering information for the developer. With these programs, they will have access to your files and know every key you type in your keyboard and every click of your mouse. Sometimes, these programs simply destroy the files inside your computer. Here are the different programs cyber criminals use to destroy your files, or obtain your personal information: Spyware Adware Viruses Spam s In order to protect yourself and your PC from the different malicious software circulating the internet, you have to purchase a kind of internet security software. However, since there is a lot of security software available in the internet, you will be confused on which one you should purchase. This is why there are trial periods for softwares in order for you to determine which software is better. Trial or demo versions of the different internet security software are free and can be downloaded instantly from the company s website. You can download it for free, install it in your computer, and test it if it would be worth your time and money to purchase the full version of the software. However, these demo versions can only protect your personal computer at a limited time only. After the trial period expires, the software will be locked and you will need to purchase the full version of the software in order to use it again. Some trial versions have full capabilities while others have only limited capabilities. These free software versions can also be very useful. You can try and use these versions until you find the internet security software you want. Think of it as a temporary fix until you find the right software. 4

5 So, if you are looking for a way to protect your computer from malicious software at least temporarily, you can try out the free versions of internet security software until you find the software that is right for your computer. You have to find the software that offer full capabilities against the growing threat in the internet today. It should be able to fight off viruses, spyware, adware, spam s, and hackers. With the right kind of software, you will be sure that you can surf the internet without worrying about the different malicious software circulating the internet today. 3. Protecting Your Computer through McAfee Internet Security Suite 2009 You can never deny the fact that the Internet is one of the most essential and one of the most important tools man uses today. Through the Internet, you will be able to chat with family and friends for free, do your groceries, shop for clothes, and through the Internet, you can also shop for real estate properties and cars. Because of this technology, the Internet is now considered to be an important factor in life and in business. Many companies today are now using the Internet for advertising as well as a tool to sell their goods and services. However, the Internet also has its drawbacks. Since it is connected to your computer, all your personal and financial information are exposed to other people. Having an Internet is like welcoming strangers in your own home and letting them install surveillance equipments right under your nose. The thought of it could make anyone cringe. This is why there are companies today that develops software programs to protect you from malicious software, adware, spyware, and viruses. There are programs that even protect you from intruders that may access your personal files in your computer which may have your personal and financial information and use it to commit identity theft. It is a fact that many people using the Internet without the proper protection from malicious softwares have been victimized by identity theft and suffered from huge 5

6 financial losses and have also been involved in criminal cases that they didn t even know they committed. This is why you should protect your computer and yourself with an Internet security software to avoid being victimized by malicious software, hackers, identity thieves, and viruses. One kind of software that has a good reputation for fighting of this malicious software is called the McAfee Internet Security Suite The McAfee Internet Security Suite 2009 contains all the necessary programs to protect you from malicious software circulating around the Internet. McAfee has a good reputation for warding of onlione threats and viruses. The company has three versions of their software. One is for your Home and Home Office, the second is for small and medium businesses, and the last one is for enterprise and industries. Depending on the security level you need, you should get the software that suits your needs. McAfee Internet Security Suite 2009 offers one of the best securities for every kind of computers. They offer automatic updates for virus and other malicious software definitions to better protect you from the new threats being created in the Internet everyday. McAfee also offer protection from the different kinds of spyware. Other benefits of McAfee Internet Security Suite 2009 are that it s very easy to use, and is able to provide the best Internet security available. With features that enable zero-day protection and successfully blocks spyware and malware, McAfee is definitely the choice of many people around the world when it comes to online security. McAfee Internet Security Suite 2009 is readily available for purchase in the McAfee website. All you have to do is click on the buy now link, enter your credit card information and download the complete version of the program. Or, you can download the free demo version if you want to try it out first before buying. If you have owned previous versions of McAfee Internet Security before, you know how efficient it gets to protect you from malicious software and viruses. 6

7 4. Norton Internet Security 2009: Providing the Best Security for Your Computer The internet is supposed to be a tool that you can benefit from. It is supposed to make your everyday life easier by providing a cheap way to communicate with family and friends, providing a way to pay for your utility bills, and providing a way where you can purchase goods and services without leaving the comforts of your own home. It is a fact that the internet can provide you with all the mentioned benefits and you can take advantage of it once you are connected to the World Wide Web. However, because of this fact, there are people who have thought of new ways to make money by taking advantage of the internet by committing criminal acts of stealing and invading the privacy by hacking in to other people s computer to access files that may contain other people s financial and personal information. With this information, the internet became one great tool to commit a very serious crime called identity theft. With malicious software that can enter your computer, such as spyware, adware and viruses, these new breed of criminals can access your files that may contain personal and financial information without you knowing about it until it s too late. their personal computers. It is a fact that people who have been victimized with this serious offense never considered to take a closer look at their computer. They never thought that there is a malicious program lurking deep inside Surely you don t want to be victimized by this crime. This is why it is very important for you to get a good software program to install in your computer to prevent this from happening to you. One kind of good software program is the Norton Internet Security This is an award winning software program that have protected millions of people worldwide from spyware, adware, hackers, viruses and other criminal acts committed by cyber criminals. The Norton Internet Security 2009 software program contains all the necessary tools that will prevent malicious software and hackers from ever entering your computer and commit criminal acts. With this kind of software, you will be sure 7

8 that you will never worry about being a victim of serious crimes committed in the internet, such as identity theft. Here are some of the features integrated in the Norton Internet Security 2009 that will surely protect you from viruses and other malicious software circulating the internet today: Antivirus This tool will scan your s, attachments, websites, IM attachments and your computer files for any known viruses. Once it detects a virus lurking in your system, it will automatically delete it or quarantine it. With this tool, you will keep your computer virus-free. Firewall This particular tool is your defense against hackers. It will detect and reject any unauthorized access in your computer, such as hackers and network viruses. You can consider this tool as your first line of defense against unauthorized access in your computer made by hackers and network viruses. Anti Spyware/Adware Spyware and adware are programs that are very different from viruses but are equally dangerous. It may not destroy your system files, but it can copy it and send it automatically to the spyware developer. Think of it as surveillance equipment software that will monitor every activity you do with your computer. The anti spyware/adware feature integrated in the Norton Internet Security 2009 will block out any known spyware/adware program existing today. Automatic Updates Since there are new viruses, spyware, and other malicious software being developed and released everyday in the internet, it is important to keep your virus and spyware definition updated to keep your computer protected from new threats. There are a lot more features that you can take advantage of if you have the Norton Internet Security It will also include Parental Control features, Anti Spam, Popup blocker and others to better protect your computer. 8

9 5. Keeping Evil Away From Your PC with ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite When you surf the internet or download files from it, there is a chance that someone may be watching your every move in your computer. Every key you press in your keyboard and every click of the mouse are recorded without you knowing about it. It could be anyone, and it could be someone from halfway around the world who has invaded your computer with a particular software called spyware. Spywares may look harmless but what if you use your computer for purchasing goods over the internet? You will be typing your credit card information and personal information in order to purchase something over the internet. The thought of someone using your account without you knowing about it can make you cringe. Today, the use of internet is getting more and more popular. Not only is the internet a great tool for communication, but it is also a tool where you can purchase goods and services right in the comforts of your own home. By just opening an online credit card account, you will be able to purchase anything you want over the internet. However, there is a kind of software that can invade your computer and record your financial and personal information. This information will be recorded and sent to the spyware developer somewhere in the world and use this information to commit identity theft. In order to prevent this, you have to purchase a kind of software that will be able to protect your computer against malicious software circulating around the internet today. Viruses, spyware, adware and other malicious software can be very dangerous. One kind of software that has a good reputation is called the ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite. ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite is developed by Zone Labs and is a very effective security system for your PC. It can effectively ward off different malicious softwares existing in the internet today. Here are some of the features that you can take advantage of with ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite: 9

10 Firewall This program intercepts any incoming threats from hackers and viruses. Antivirus This program scans files and attachments for known computer viruses, Trojan horses, and worms and effectively cleans or deletes the files. Identity Theft Protection This program secures your personal and financial information in your PC. Therefore, preventing your personal information and financial information from getting stolen. Anti Spyware This program will block and remove spyware software in your computer. This is an additional protection against identity thieves. Spy Site Blocking Spyware get into your PC by visiting spyware distribution websites. This feature will prevent you from ever visiting website that distributes spyware through downloadable files. With the different security that ZoneAlarm can provide, you will definitely get your personal and financial information secured as well as get your PC protected from malicious software circulating the internet today. This particular internet security software is also very easy to use. So, if you are considering protecting your computer against malicious software, such as computer viruses, spyware, adware and others, you should consider purchasing ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite by Zone Labs. This software will effectively protect your PC from the malicious software circulating the internet today. With ZoneAlarm Internet Security, you will definitely sleep more comfortably with the thought of having security for your personal computer. 6. etrust Internet Security Suite: Do Not Take Protection for Granted Internet is the network of all networks. It is composed of millions of smaller networks (business, academic, domestic, and government) which carry different information and online-based services, such as online chatting, file transfer, electronic mail services, and interlinked web pages as well as other documents stored in the World Wide Web. With such an enormous interconnection of various networks, transfer and acquisition of information is now fast, efficient, and 10

11 reliable. Who would ever think that the Internet will be as powerful as it is nowadays? Aside from fast and efficient transfer of information and other useful data, the Internet is now the biggest job, business, and product marketplace around the world. Whether you are looking for a new job, searching for a new business opportunity to start with, or want to sell or purchase different lines of products, the Internet is the best place to start with. Through various innovations integrated in the information superhighway, Internet became one of the fastest solutions in terms of livelihood and other means of generating revenues for individuals of different interests. However, there are things that we neglect sometimes, which are superimposed by the benefits offered by the Internet. One of which is the online threats, composed of so-called cyber criminals, creating chaos to the Internet public by means of developing virus programs and other elements that may harm an Internet user s computer system. At first glance, you will think that it is just a simple yet attractive banner ad that pops-up in your computer screen, yet you will realize later on that you are already dealing with a virus program, destroying the internal memory and other components of your computer system. The increase of online threats is very alarming. Most research shows that there are 3 out of 10 Internet users who are plagued by online threats of varying degrees. Because of lack of necessary security, they have a hard time dealing with these problems, thus losing their computer system within a few days. So sad, but it is the reality that we need to accept. To avoid getting into such situation, it is strongly recommended that you install a security software into your computer system, especially if it is connected to the Internet. There are hundreds of software developers who created programs that will help you thwart these online threats out of your way. One of which is the CA s etrust Internet Security Suite. Created by the Computer Associates, etrust Internet Security Suite provides extensive protection against different kinds of online threats viruses, identity thieves, spyware, malware, and hackers that can jeopardize your privacy in surfing the Internet, data storage, and the performance of your computer system. In fact, the security suite is a combination of easy to use, business-strength 11

12 technology with automatic updates and pre-configured settings that will work out for the security of your computer system. etrust Internet Security Suite has the following main features: It eliminates the presence of any type of viruses, worms, and Trojan horse programs. It targets the spyware before it can bring adverse effects to your computer system. It blocks unwanted spam. It stops intruders from penetrating your computer system, thus eliminating the risk of your personal information and other useful data be accessed by unauthorized individuals. It keeps websites out, especially pornographic sites, which is believed to carry viruses and other online threats. Do not take protection for granted. Avoid getting caught in the line of fire because of these online threats. Get the etrust Internet Security Suite and protect your computer system as well as yourself. 7. Pc-cillin Internet Security: Trusted by Millions Worldwide for Protection In today s modern society, more and more people are now using the internet for cheaper communication, for shopping and also for business. Many people are now taking advantage of the internet technology to transact business. Some even considered using the internet to pay for their bills. Because of this, life is easier. By having the ability to shop for your groceries in the internet, you no longer have to actually go to the supermarket to purchase the goods you need. You can easily shop for your groceries online and pay for it by using your credit card. There are so many conveniences that the internet can bring to your life. However, because more and more people are now using 12

13 the internet for financial transactions, there are also some people who would take advantage of the internet to steal from you. These people are called hackers. They are the new breed of criminals that will take advantage of the internet to steal from other people for personal gains. They develop programs or software that is circulating in the internet today and eventually enter someone s computer without the person who owns the computer knowing about it. The software can be anything. It can be viruses, it can be spywares, it can be adwares, and it can even be Trojans and worms. All of these kinds of malicious software are programmed to destroy your computer or act as a surveillance device inside your PC. It is a fact that many people have been victimized by these different kinds of malicious software. Surfing the internet may also mean getting malicious software in your PC. In fact, it is very easy to get these software installed in your computer. You might download files that may contain malicious software. Once you did, it will automatically work to steal information from your computer or destroy your irreplaceable files. This is why you need to protect yourself by installing internet security software in your computer. One effective and trusted name in internet security is called Pccillin internet security. Pc-cillin is developed by Trend Micro Enterprises and is one of the most used internet security software in the world. The latest version of Pc-cillin offers a wide range of internet security and protection from different malicious software circulating the internet today. Here are the following features offered by Pc-cillin to protect you and your computer from the malicious software in the internet: Antivirus security Pc-cillin internet security is integrated with a powerful antivirus software that is able to detect viruses before it can even invade your PC. It will remove viruses or clean your infected files. Pc-cillin antivirus security will scan downloads from the internet, scan incoming files from another computer and will also scan files inside a removable media. It will also automatically update its virus definition through the internet to keep the antivirus effective against new viruses popping out in the internet on a daily basis. Spyware protection Pc-cillin will block malicious software from entering your computer, such as spyware, adware, grayware, and root kits. Pc-cillin will prevent identity thieves to spy on your computer and obtain any personal or financial information that your PC may contain. TrendSecure Pc-cillin internet security software is also integrated with Transaction Guard that will protect your online transactions. 13

14 Personal Firewall This feature will intercept any hackers and computer viruses that may attempt to enter your computer. Advanced Parental Controls This particular tool will manage your children s internet usage. It will block any websites that contains inappropriate content, such as pornography and violence. These are just some of the features that Pc-cillin Internet Security offers. There are a lot more benefits that you can take advantage of in order to protect yourself from other people and malicious software that may try and use the internet to steal from you or destroy your computer. 8. Protecting Your Computer the Best Way through Kaspersky Internet Security The internet is one of the most useful tools ever invented. It allows people to communicate at a very fast and very cheap rate. With the internet, people have been able to communicate through instant messengers, through s and through VoIP for free or at a very low price compared to conventional telephones. The internet also allowed new ways to do business. Not only are businesses today able to provide better services to their clients, but they can now reach out to the world and introduce their products or services and get more potential customers. With the internet, you will now be able to do almost anything right in the comforts of your own home. You can go purchase your groceries online, you can shop for shirts and pants through websites, and you can even play online multiplayer games with your friends without having to leave the comforts of your own home. The accessibility of the internet provides so many advantages. It literally connects people wherever they are in the world. However, the internet also has its disadvantages. Since you will be doing business or purchase items online, you will be leaving your personal and financial information in your computer. You may think that your information is kept safe in your computer hard disk but you should think again. 14

15 There are people who know how to develop programs to access your computer illegally. These people are called hackers. They develop viruses, spywares, adwares and other malicious programs just to harass and steal from people using the internet. Once these programs enter your computer, all your files in your computer can be accessed by these hackers. They will be able to know all about your computer and they can steal your identity. It is a fact that many people have lost a lot of money because of hackers. They didn t know where these people accessed their personal and financial information. Your computer is a good source, especially if it is always connected to the internet and has no proper security software to protect it from these malicious programs. You can easily compare it to leaving your house open with all your credit cards, financial information, and personal information inside. These people can easily enter your house and obtain all the information and use it to steal money from you. Because of this, you will need a form of security especially if you use the internet on a regular basis. What you need is a program called internet security to be installed in your computer. One internet security program developer is called Kaspersky. The Kaspersky Internet Security is one of the most used and widely know internet security program in the market today. It is a very popular and effective program that is able to effectively detect and prevent malicious programs from entering your computer. With this kind of software, you will be able to protect yourself from identity thieves and malicious programs circulating the internet. Here are some of the main advantages and key features of the latest Kaspersky Internet Security software that your computer should have: Protection from all internet threats Firewall for additional protection Updatable virus definition Effective antivirus software Free technical support Protection from network attacks and system hijacking Programmable spam filtration system System rollback Popup blocking software 15

16 These are some of the things you need to install in your computer and the latest Kaspersky Internet Security software has them all. So, the next time you are considering to install a program to protect your PC, you should consider Kaspersky Internet Security. You might be interested in Book Name Legit Online Jobs Ultimate Guide To Job Interview Answers Simple Job Search System URL

17 Computer and Internet Security Guide! Kill viruses, spyware, malware, keyloggers and Trojans! Last Updated April 26, 2009 Feel free to share this report with your friends. You can even offer it as a free download on your website. 1

18 Table of Content 1. Computer and Internet Security Issues that you Should Know Internet Security Software: Free Downloads To Secure Your PC Protecting Your Computer through McAfee Internet Security Suite Norton Internet Security 2009: Providing the Best Security for Your Computer Keeping Evil Away From Your PC with ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite etrust Internet Security Suite: Do Not Take Protection for Granted Pc-cillin Internet Security: Trusted by Millions Worldwide for Protection Protecting Your Computer the Best Way through Kaspersky Internet Security Computer and Internet Security Issues that you Should Know U sing your computer and a reliable Internet connection can be the best combination for an ideal business opportunity. You don t need raise too much capital for your business venture. With just a reliable Internet connection and computer system (which, because of wide availability and usage, become cheaper), you will be able to start your business right away and earn hundreds to thousands of dollars every month, depending on the online business opportunity that you would prefer. However, you must be aware of the miscalculations that you can commit along your online business venture, especially when you forget to prioritize the protection of your computer system from unauthorized use and data theft. Contrary to the popular belief that a small-size Internet business will make them safe from data hackers and online intruders, there is also a great risk and danger involved once you neglect to protect your computer system, especially the hacking and computer destruction activities that are increasing significantly as the Internet evolves over the years. Most small-time Internet entrepreneurs are blinded by the fact that they are not exempted from these notorious data thieves, which is not true nowadays. 2

19 According to a research conducted by AMI-Partners, almost 50 percent of small and medium-sized online businesses failed to execute even the most basic security protection, which includes the installation of anti-spyware and anti-virus programs to their computer systems. This is one of the main reasons why the Mydoom worm triumphed, affecting one out of three small and medium-sized online businesses compared to one out of six large Internet companies. This was also discovered by the ISA or the Internet Security Alliance, a non-profit organization that handles information security issues. In other words, we can conclude that even small online businesses are more vulnerable to online threats of data theft and electronic sabotage. In fact, every small online business owner must give data and network protection more attention due to the sophistication of data thieves. These thieves have now one of the advanced software programs and hardware necessary to break into the security measures implemented by data mangers. It would be a great waste of time and financial resources if your computer is left unguarded against these advanced data thieves and online hackers. You are on the verge of losing everything including your computer, which is also a valuable investment. Thus, it is important that you should consider data security and encryption as one of your top priorities. Keep in mind that your computer system is always vulnerable to this kind of attacks, even if you are just starting up. In fact, big businesses have more chances to recover compared to small business since big business have necessary funds available to recover from mishap. On the other hand, your small business has meager funds to start with your business and an attack will be catastrophic for your small business. There are hundreds of software providers that came up with latest solutions to guarantee the safety of your computer system. In addition, there are also Internet security services to guarantee protection of your online data against Internet hackers. By incorporating high level of encryption technology, hackers will have a hard time intercepting the data being stored in your computer system or while it is transmitted to a certain network of computer systems. Always explore your options. Prioritize what is important and avoid getting caught by a catastrophic incident that will shut down your small business at an instant. 2. Internet Security Software: Free Downloads To Secure Your PC 3

20 The internet is considered as the information superhighway where you can gather the information you need for school and work. In fact, the internet is so useful that people have begun to use it for businesses. The internet can even be a great way to entertain yourself with downloadable movies, comics and music. Another benefit the internet gives is that you can do your shopping for your clothes and groceries right in the comforts of your own home. You no longer need to go out to the supermarket or to the mall to buy the things you need. All you need to do is log in to an online shopping website and purchase the items you need. Unfortunately, useful as the internet may be, it also has its dangers. Since more and more people are purchasing goods and services in the internet, it also paved the way for new kinds of criminals. These criminals will try and get your financial and personal information and use it to steal money from you without you knowing about it until it s too late. These people develop programs or softwares that can invade your personal computer silently and will start gathering information for the developer. With these programs, they will have access to your files and know every key you type in your keyboard and every click of your mouse. Sometimes, these programs simply destroy the files inside your computer. Here are the different programs cyber criminals use to destroy your files, or obtain your personal information: Spyware Adware Viruses Spam s In order to protect yourself and your PC from the different malicious software circulating the internet, you have to purchase a kind of internet security software. However, since there is a lot of security software available in the internet, you will be confused on which one you should purchase. This is why there are trial periods for softwares in order for you to determine which software is better. Trial or demo versions of the different internet security software are free and can be downloaded instantly from the company s website. You can download it for free, install it in your computer, and test it if it would be worth your time and money to purchase the full version of the software. 4

21 However, these demo versions can only protect your personal computer at a limited time only. After the trial period expires, the software will be locked and you will need to purchase the full version of the software in order to use it again. Some trial versions have full capabilities while others have only limited capabilities. These free software versions can also be very useful. You can try and use these versions until you find the internet security software you want. Think of it as a temporary fix until you find the right software. So, if you are looking for a way to protect your computer from malicious software at least temporarily, you can try out the free versions of internet security software until you find the software that is right for your computer. You have to find the software that offer full capabilities against the growing threat in the internet today. It should be able to fight off viruses, spyware, adware, spam s, and hackers. With the right kind of software, you will be sure that you can surf the internet without worrying about the different malicious software circulating the internet today. 3. Protecting Your Computer through McAfee Internet Security Suite 2009 You can never deny the fact that the Internet is one of the most essential and one of the most important tools man uses today. Through the Internet, you will be able to chat with family and friends for free, do your groceries, shop for clothes, and through the Internet, you can also shop for real estate properties and cars. Because of this technology, the Internet is now considered to be an important factor in life and in business. Many companies today are now using the Internet for advertising as well as a tool to sell their goods and services. However, the Internet also has its drawbacks. Since it is connected to your computer, all your personal and financial information are exposed to other people. Having an Internet is like welcoming strangers in your own home and letting them install surveillance equipments right under your nose. The thought of it could make anyone cringe. This is why there are companies today that develops software programs to protect you 5

22 from malicious software, adware, spyware, and viruses. There are programs that even protect you from intruders that may access your personal files in your computer which may have your personal and financial information and use it to commit identity theft. It is a fact that many people using the Internet without the proper protection from malicious softwares have been victimized by identity theft and suffered from huge financial losses and have also been involved in criminal cases that they didn t even know they committed. This is why you should protect your computer and yourself with an Internet security software to avoid being victimized by malicious software, hackers, identity thieves, and viruses. One kind of software that has a good reputation for fighting of this malicious software is called the McAfee Internet Security Suite The McAfee Internet Security Suite 2009 contains all the necessary programs to protect you from malicious software circulating around the Internet. McAfee has a good reputation for warding of onlione threats and viruses. The company has three versions of their software. One is for your Home and Home Office, the second is for small and medium businesses, and the last one is for enterprise and industries. Depending on the security level you need, you should get the software that suits your needs. McAfee Internet Security Suite 2009 offers one of the best securities for every kind of computers. They offer automatic updates for virus and other malicious software definitions to better protect you from the new threats being created in the Internet everyday. McAfee also offer protection from the different kinds of spyware. Other benefits of McAfee Internet Security Suite 2009 are that it s very easy to use, and is able to provide the best Internet security available. With features that enable zero-day protection and successfully blocks spyware and malware, McAfee is definitely the choice of many people around the world when it comes to online security. McAfee Internet Security Suite 2009 is readily available for purchase in the McAfee website. All you have to do is click on the buy now link, enter your credit card information and download the complete version of the program. Or, you can download the free demo version if you want to try it out first before buying. If you have owned previous versions of McAfee Internet Security before, you know how efficient it gets to protect you from malicious software and viruses. 6

23 4. Norton Internet Security 2009: Providing the Best Security for Your Computer The internet is supposed to be a tool that you can benefit from. It is supposed to make your everyday life easier by providing a cheap way to communicate with family and friends, providing a way to pay for your utility bills, and providing a way where you can purchase goods and services without leaving the comforts of your own home. It is a fact that the internet can provide you with all the mentioned benefits and you can take advantage of it once you are connected to the World Wide Web. However, because of this fact, there are people who have thought of new ways to make money by taking advantage of the internet by committing criminal acts of stealing and invading the privacy by hacking in to other people s computer to access files that may contain other people s financial and personal information. With this information, the internet became one great tool to commit a very serious crime called identity theft. With malicious software that can enter your computer, such as spyware, adware and viruses, these new breed of criminals can access your files that may contain personal and financial information without you knowing about it until it s too late. their personal computers. It is a fact that people who have been victimized with this serious offense never considered to take a closer look at their computer. They never thought that there is a malicious program lurking deep inside Surely you don t want to be victimized by this crime. This is why it is very important for you to get a good software program to install in your computer to prevent this from happening to you. One kind of good software program is the Norton Internet Security This is an award winning software program that have protected millions of people worldwide from spyware, adware, hackers, viruses and other criminal acts committed by cyber criminals. The Norton Internet Security 2009 software program contains all the necessary tools that will prevent malicious software and hackers from ever entering your computer and commit criminal acts. With this kind of software, you will be sure 7

24 that you will never worry about being a victim of serious crimes committed in the internet, such as identity theft. Here are some of the features integrated in the Norton Internet Security 2009 that will surely protect you from viruses and other malicious software circulating the internet today: Antivirus This tool will scan your s, attachments, websites, IM attachments and your computer files for any known viruses. Once it detects a virus lurking in your system, it will automatically delete it or quarantine it. With this tool, you will keep your computer virus-free. Firewall This particular tool is your defense against hackers. It will detect and reject any unauthorized access in your computer, such as hackers and network viruses. You can consider this tool as your first line of defense against unauthorized access in your computer made by hackers and network viruses. Anti Spyware/Adware Spyware and adware are programs that are very different from viruses but are equally dangerous. It may not destroy your system files, but it can copy it and send it automatically to the spyware developer. Think of it as surveillance equipment software that will monitor every activity you do with your computer. The anti spyware/adware feature integrated in the Norton Internet Security 2009 will block out any known spyware/adware program existing today. Automatic Updates Since there are new viruses, spyware, and other malicious software being developed and released everyday in the internet, it is important to keep your virus and spyware definition updated to keep your computer protected from new threats. There are a lot more features that you can take advantage of if you have the Norton Internet Security It will also include Parental Control features, Anti Spam, Popup blocker and others to better protect your computer. 5. Keeping Evil Away From Your PC with ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite When you surf the internet or download files from it, there is a chance that someone may be watching your every move in your computer. Every key you press in your keyboard and every click of the mouse are recorded without you knowing about it. It could be anyone, and it could be someone from halfway around the world who has invaded your computer with a particular software called spyware. 8

25 Spywares may look harmless but what if you use your computer for purchasing goods over the internet? You will be typing your credit card information and personal information in order to purchase something over the internet. The thought of someone using your account without you knowing about it can make you cringe. Today, the use of internet is getting more and more popular. Not only is the internet a great tool for communication, but it is also a tool where you can purchase goods and services right in the comforts of your own home. By just opening an online credit card account, you will be able to purchase anything you want over the internet. However, there is a kind of software that can invade your computer and record your financial and personal information. This information will be recorded and sent to the spyware developer somewhere in the world and use this information to commit identity theft. In order to prevent this, you have to purchase a kind of software that will be able to protect your computer against malicious software circulating around the internet today. Viruses, spyware, adware and other malicious software can be very dangerous. One kind of software that has a good reputation is called the ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite. ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite is developed by Zone Labs and is a very effective security system for your PC. It can effectively ward off different malicious softwares existing in the internet today. Here are some of the features that you can take advantage of with ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite: Firewall This program intercepts any incoming threats from hackers and viruses. Antivirus This program scans files and attachments for known computer viruses, Trojan horses, and worms and effectively cleans or deletes the files. Identity Theft Protection This program secures your personal and financial information in your PC. Therefore, preventing your personal information and financial information from getting stolen. 9

26 Anti Spyware This program will block and remove spyware software in your computer. This is an additional protection against identity thieves. Spy Site Blocking Spyware get into your PC by visiting spyware distribution websites. This feature will prevent you from ever visiting website that distributes spyware through downloadable files. With the different security that ZoneAlarm can provide, you will definitely get your personal and financial information secured as well as get your PC protected from malicious software circulating the internet today. This particular internet security software is also very easy to use. So, if you are considering protecting your computer against malicious software, such as computer viruses, spyware, adware and others, you should consider purchasing ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite by Zone Labs. This software will effectively protect your PC from the malicious software circulating the internet today. With ZoneAlarm Internet Security, you will definitely sleep more comfortably with the thought of having security for your personal computer. 6. etrust Internet Security Suite: Do Not Take Protection for Granted Internet is the network of all networks. It is composed of millions of smaller networks (business, academic, domestic, and government) which carry different information and online-based services, such as online chatting, file transfer, electronic mail services, and interlinked web pages as well as other documents stored in the World Wide Web. With such an enormous interconnection of various networks, transfer and acquisition of information is now fast, efficient, and reliable. Who would ever think that the Internet will be as powerful as it is nowadays? Aside from fast and efficient transfer of information and other useful data, the Internet is now the biggest job, business, 10