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Microsoft Covers the Basics With Security Essentials
Microsoft has released its free antivirus software, Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE). As the name implies, Microsoft's new security software removes the bloated bells and whistles found in other products, like Microsoft's discontinued Windows Live OneCare, and provides only the essential protection.
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IETF forges botnet clean-up standard
The IETF is developing a standard for how ISPs should go about cleaning up subscriber botnet infections.
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Malware lingers months on infected PCs
Malware stays around on infected PCs far longer than previously thought, according to the latest research from Trend Micro.
Keeping That New PC Clean and Pure
A new PC, whether you know it or not, may well have freed you from many malicious programs that steal credit card numbers and other valuable information or otherwise obstruct your safe and private use of the Internet.
Botnet 'ensnares government PCs'
Almost two million PCs globally, including machines inside UK and US government departments, have been taken over by malicious hackers.
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