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PC Tools Internet Security 2009

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Average Rating: ***oo
Downloads: Unknown
Manufacturer: PC Tools
Version: 2009
Operating System: Designed for Windows® Vista™ 32-bit, XP and 2000
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PC Tools Overview - the Bottom Line

Speed and Frequency of Updates *****
AntiVirus Scanning and Protection *****
Adware, Spyware, and Phishing Protection *****
Memory Used *****
Awards and Recognition *****
Reputable Company *****
Price *****

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PC Tools - Full Review

Review Summary:

Much like other virus software, PC Tools offers free and commercial protection. The free alternative includes virus scanning/protection/removal as well as file and email guard. The upgrade to the commercial product will add to those protections technical support, but more importantly, high speed updates. While the safeguards included in the free version are very effective, high speed updates are essential to keep computer protection relevant to current threats. Furthermore, PC Tools offers a product for Macintosh users.

Ease of Use

PC Tools lauds their ease of use by claiming that there is little interaction required by its users. Generally, it runs easily on default settings.

Updates

The free version offers updates, though they are not the high speed option that comes with the commercial option.

Features

The basic level for the commercial grade software includes a one year subscription that cover up to three household computers. PC Tools provides two forms of scanning: a full scan or selective, file specific scan. Unfortunately, their scans are reported to run slowly.

Effectiveness

While the program targets virus based problems, the major downside is their insufficiency in securing against other malicious threats such as adware and spyware.

Ease of Installation

The 2009 version is recognized for its much improved installation speed, requiring only a matter of a few minutes before it's ready to go.

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