Security Shield 2007

If you're looking for a full featured internet security suite Security Shield 2008 is definitely worthy of consideration. This product has just about everything you need to protect your pc from the bad guys. Virus protection,mail monitoring, hacker blocking...you name it and the Security Shield 2008 has it covered. And at a very reasonable price.

Free technical support by telephone is an added bonus (not toll free). This is available Mon-Fri 8AM-8PM EST and Sat 10AM-4PM EST. At all other times it's by email.

Panda Internet Security 2007

We give Panda Internet Security 2008 a high five for including Wi-Fi intruder blocking in their latest version.

With the increasing popularity of wireless networks this is a great new feature. Panda's award winning security suite has a lot going for it with easy setup and operation and a full feature set of security guards.

Daily updates of new viruses are done automatically so you don't have to worry about your pc being vulnerable to the latest threats.

Kaspersky Internet Security 7.0

The name Kaspersky may not be widely recognized to most consumers when it comes to software. Founded in 1997, the company has mainly been involved in antivirus solutions for home and business users. Their antivirus scan engine can be found in over 50 software security products from different manufacturers, so they're no slouches when it comes to virus protection.

Technical support is via email 24 hours per day, 365 days a year. Despite its relatively high cost, overall this product is a very adequate performer with plenty of features.

CA Internet Security Suite Plus 2007

CA's Internet Security Suite 2008 comes with a full complement of features to safeguard you and your computer from all kinds of malicious threats while you're surfing the web. This new version has an easier to navigate interface to aid you in accessing its various security components.

Each of these parts performs a specific function. For instance Blue Coat K-9 Web Protection Parental Control lets parents block access to objectionable content; PestPatrol Anti-Spyware detects and removes spyware, there is also the required antivirus function and a bi-directional firewall. The antivirus provides fast scans while not dragging down system performance when it's running.

Norton Internet Security 2007

Norton Internet Security 2008 combines in one package; Norton AntiVirus, Norton Personal Firewall, Norton Privacy Control, Norton AntiSpam and Norton Parental Control. Working in unison they cover just about all your pc's protection needs.

A new feature in this, their latest version, provides automatic detection and blocking of dangerous spyware and adware program before they can install themselves on your computer. If your running Windows 2000 or Windows XP two other new features are included: a check of your computer for security holes with one click and the detection and removal of spyware, keystroke loggers and monitoring software.

Trend Micro Internet Security 2007

Trend Micro Internet Security 2008 is an affordable, full featured security package that protects against viruses, hackers and other internet threats such as phishing, pharming, malware and Trojans. It's one of the few security suites that offer Wi-Fi intrusion detection and makes it possible to halt internet traffic immediately if you receive warning of a threat (notification is in the form of popup window).

If the aforementioned wasn't enough, Trend Micro has free telephone (via toll free number) support; very rare even with more expensive products. Support hours are 5 AM-5 PM PST, Mon-Fri. Email support is also available.

McAfee Total Protection

The most complete internet security package from McAfee offers 10 in 1 protection to cover just about any threat you will be exposed to online. Additionally, it also includes a set of maintenance tools to keep your pc performing at its peak level.

The McAfee Security Center is the interface that allows the user to access all these features. And these features really seem to be too much for the average pc user. We wonder how many people will actually use all this firepower let alone understand it.