F-Secure Internet Security
F-Secure Internet Security

F-Secure Internet Security

Protect your PC and your pocket with this all-in-one security suite

Written by Jonathan Parkyn, Computeract!ve

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Verdict:

A low-cost, all-in-one security system that sets up in a flash and requires very little attention

Rating:

5

Price:

£39

Anyone who's connected to the internet these days needs to have a whole fleet of security tools running and it's more convenient to purchase an all-in-one product rather than picking up separates.

When it comes to such matters, many people will instinctively choose well-known brand names such as Norton and McAfee, but don't let the fact that F-Secure is a relative newcomer to the home PC market put you off Internet Security. The company has been providing big businesses with security products for years.

Internet Security provides an antivirus program, a firewall, spam protection and parental controls. It's a doddle to set up. Within a few mouse clicks it was ready to protect our test PC against any net nasties.

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Once installed, Internet Security integrates smoothly into Windows Security Centre, regularly updating itself to maintain a constant level of protection. So, for the most part, you can forget it's even there.

It has a couple of useful extras too: news updates on the latest security threats, for example, and built-in protection from rogue diallers.

For the fullest protection, you have to 'renew' the program every year, which costs £39. However, Internet Security is still about £15 cheaper than any of its competitors.

Contact:
F-Secure 0845 890 3300
www.f-secure.com

Manufacturer: F-Secure

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