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February 7, 2006
Dear CNET members, These days, an onslaught of viruses, spyware, phishing scams, and pharming attacks wreak havoc on the computing world. It's no wonder that overall user confidence on the Internet is on the decline, according to a recent survey commissioned by IBM. Three out of four surveyed think they're more likely to become victims of a cybercrime, such as identity theft, as opposed to a physical crime, such as a mugging. Whoa! This makes the tough city streets look like a walk in the park compared to an online interaction! While my personal online behavior hasn't changed much, has yours? I am definitely much more careful with the security apps I choose, use, and trust. And speaking of trust, in this cyberworld full of deception, mistrust, and uncertainty, what security vendor do you trust for protection? Will it be one of the services uncovered in Senior Editor Robert Vamosi's latest article, "Whom do you trust?" Software giants Microsoft and Symantec will be offering everything from remote-controlled antivirus protection to hard drive optimization in one neat little package. Will these new services be enough to regain your trust in the Internet? And if Microsoft or Norton aren't your cup of tea, no worries--join us in our TalkBack and tell us which one security vendor you think can guarantee your safety online.
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This week's hot topic:
Whom do you trust more: Microsoft or Symantec?Both Microsoft and Symantec are busy working on new Internet-based security services that will offer everything from virus protection to disk optimization. But which one would you choose to protect your PC? Got to go with Microsoft Though he doesn't entirely trust either one, CNET member akmarci would go with Microsoft, due mainly to his experiences with Symantec's customer service. Read akmarci's full post in CNET TalkBack None of the above Many of you opted for neither solution, and CNET member robertk2 agrees. He simply isn't comfortable allowing any company that much control over his machine. Read robertk2's full post in CNET TalkBack Another simple fix CNET member James Farmer also offered up an entirely different option: just use a Mac. He states that Macs deliver a better level of security and performance. Read James Farmer's post in CNET TalkBack Speak Up! Which company and service are you more likely to choose to protect your PC: Microsoft or Symantec? Read "Whom do you trust?" then speak up in the TalkBack section. • CNET Security Center From CNET.com • CNET Download.com Spyware Center From CNET Download.com • Current virus and security news From CNET News.com • Virus & security alerts forum From CNET forums  Here are some interesting comments you've recently submitted on CNET. Read up and talk about them.
• Is LCD previewing on a dSLR a deal maker? With Olympus's Evolt E-330 about to hit the market, digital SLR shooters will have the option of having a live LCD view in addition to the through-the-lens optical viewfinder found on every digital SLR. But will that be enough of a draw to get Canon and Nikon diehards to make a switch? Is it enough for you? • Will the PS3 jump-start Blu-ray? Sony's PS2 played a major role in the early success of the DVD format. The company is hoping lightning will strike twice when it uses Blu-ray technology for the PS3. Will it work, or is this Betamax all over again? What's your opinion? • Six tech predictions for 2006 With the holiday buying season behind us and the doldrums of January fading, it's time to look ahead to the rest of the year. Have any product predictions for 2006? Will TiVo get bought? What will the new Treos cost? Tell us your tech predictions for 2006. |
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