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The world’s most downloaded free security software updated

Basic protection for surfing, searching and social networking Millions of people around the world use AVG Anti-Virus Free for their basic online activities. Whether it’s surfing the Internet, conducting web searches, or simply keeping up with friends on Facebook, AVG … Continue reading

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Security consciousness, and its opposite

Can we lay to rest the notion that Microsoft Windows’ poor track record for security is nothing more than the inevitable result of popularity? Let’s set aside any formality and objectivity for a moment. Let’s make this personal. It’s easy … Continue reading

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Get AVG Internet Security 9.0 for Free

Complete protection for everything you do We know when you go online you want to be able to surf, search, download, bank, and shop safely. With AVG Internet Security, AVG’s most advanced protection, you get a worry-free online experience every … Continue reading

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Internet Explorer + Google Chrome = security problem

Security problems surrounding protocol handling and Web browsers have surfaced again — this time with Google Chrome and Microsoft’s Internet Explorer. According to an advisory from the Google Chrome team, there’s an error in handling URLs with the a chromehtml: … Continue reading

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Clock ticking on worm attack code

Experts are warning that hackers have yet to activate the payload of the Conficker virus. The worm is spreading through low security networks, memory sticks, and PCs without current security updates. The malicious program – also known as Downadup or … Continue reading

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