Many people don’t understand the critics that are behind the scenes over the internet. Most of us, while browsing if any security alert or pop-ups comes, simply click “Yes” or just close the pop-up without even reading what information is being thrown by the computer or by the security software installed in the PC. This can sometimes mislead if a genuine or a wrong information that can be declared “Yes” or “No” as a habit. There are lot of consequences which a PC user should be aware of.


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Last year Symantec pulled out all the stops to reduce Norton Internet Security’s impact on system performance. This year’s version of the suite, Norton Internet Security 2010 ($69.99 direct for 3 licenses), focuses both on improving the user’s experience and raising overall protection. As we saw with our early look at the beta of Norton Internet Security 2010, the release version succeeds at both aims without sacrificing performance, securing its position as our Editors’ Choice. Read Full Review of Norton Internet Security 2010 at PCMAG.com


Also see the video about Symantec Noron Internet Security

ESET Internet Security:

ESET Smart Security does a pretty good job when it comes to antivirus, however it lacks in antispyware elements and other helpful, powerful tools (such as parental controls, password/login management and browser/search protection) that could make it a more complete security package. Read More at TopTenReviews

Kaspersky Internet Security Review 2010

Kaspersky Internet Security is an all-in-one tool that will help you keep your computer safe while surfing the Internet. It provides features such as a virus scanner, firewall, popup blocker, email scanner, the ability to protect your computer registry and more. Their antivirus engine is very solid, but their spyware scanner is lacking compared to Webroot.  To read more visit TopTenReviews.com

K7 Computing, yet again, delivers highest standards of PC protection to Home and Small Business users through the release of K7 TotalSecurity Version 10.0, loaded with new features and enhanced scanning technology to provide unparalleled PC security.

18th January 2010, Chennai, India -K7 Computing, one of the leading Information Security companies, recently announced its release of K7 TotalSecurity Version 10.0, an Internet Security Software with advanced protection features to safeguard users from the multitude of varied Internet Threats. K7 TotalSecurity, with its new features, provides multilayered defence to the PC users. The Pre-Installation Super Scanner tool detects and eliminates threats even before the installation of the main package – taking security to the next level. The enhanced “Smart Updater” ensures seamless product updates providing up-to-date protection.


K7 Total Security’s ever evolving internet security protection technology is already becoming the top choice for a larger community of PC users across the country.   Additionally, K7TotalSecurity has long been noted for its minimal use of system resources and the impact of the product on system performance.  In recent times, K7 TotalSecurity has achieved world’s top certifications like TUV from Germany, ICSA Labs from US and “Compatible with Windows 7” from Microsoft after undergoing rigorous testing by the respective organisations.

Keseven, Founder & CEO at K7 Computing said, “We are proud to be an Indian company with global recognition for providing international standard Anti-Virus protection at affordable prices. Like its predecessors, this new version is also very light on system resources to ensure best hardware performance while providing safe computing experience”.

K7 TotalSecurity Version 10, while maintaining its traditional strength of having a small footprint to keep the PC and Internet performance to the optimum level, incorporates a whole host of new features including Support for Bluetooth devices, Support for Gaming mode, Malicious & Phishing site blocking and detection of Internet (DNS) hijacking among others.

John Devasahayam, Executive Director at K7 Computing said, “K7 TotalSecurity Version 10 has already been launched in Japan, Germany and US and is doing exceedingly well in these markets. This new version will be distributed by our National Distributor, Compuage Infocom, across India thru their extensive re-seller network. In keeping with our policy, all our existing customers of K7TotalSecurity will get seamlessly upgraded, over the internet, to version 10, absolutely free of cost”.

K7 Computing was the first anti-virus company to start 1-800 free telephonic support in India for their customers and partners more than 18 months ago. With the launch of K7TotalSecurity Ver10, a team of 24 Field Engineers are being placed in various locations, pan India, to provide continuous technical updates and training to partners as well as act as a dynamic conduit for  partners to access the wealth of security related information and resources available at the company’s HQ in Chennai. K7 Computing intends to scale this field engineering team dynamically.

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Buy the latest K7 TotalSecurity V10 – Internet Security Antivirus Software

So if a users doesn’t have a proper security software installed, then the computer is vulnerable or at risk. Because any intruder who gains access will start extracting the important files in the computer, even software keys, personal and confidential information, encryption algorithms and other possible data. Almost all the computer users ranging from individuals to corporate without proper internet security software is vulnerable to risks.

So it’s always good to install internet security software, when your PC is connected to internet.

Malware includes


Computer viruses,

Worms

Trojans (Trojan horses)

Root kits

Spyware

Adware

Backdoors

Key loggers and much more