security software - any ideas?

Can you guys suggest any good security software?

I've only been using a virus scanner so far - but I am getting fed up with spam mails, popups and I fear the scanner won't even find all the serious stuff - dread to think a hacker could be after my lil PC to abuse it for their sinister purposes.

So, I am willing to go and do something about it; I am even willing to spend money on it.

I just need your advise first.

HI ALL

I run A VG FREEWARE and KIERO firewalls no problems on XP plus spy blaster & spy guard as well.
No problems so fare Pluss GRISOFTS' SHIELDS UP is good to for checking the system find it on the net runs online.

Hoss
EGM

I run AVG free http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1
Zone Alarm free http://www.zonelabs.com/store/conten...eeDownload.jsp

You can also try Ewido which has been renamed, ewido anti-spyware 4.0 becomes
AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5, very good scanner http://www.ewido.net/en/product/

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I run Spybot, and BlackICE, and McAfee antivirus, all of which I recommend.
I run the ewido online scan now and then to get an 'outside opinion.'

I am running Norton Internet Security - it's a full fledged security suite; installs out of the box and takes care of everything ranging from viruses (virii?) and spam to targeted hacking attacks and internet popups.

i agree with spooks norton internet security is about the best around, but have a look on the microsoft site for other software; i recomend Symantec, McAfee Inc. and CA.

I also thoroughly recommend Norton Internet Security. The latest versions handle viruses, spam mail, hackers, spyware, adware, the whole lot.

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DJNafey
http://www.FutureSystems-Sussex.Co.UK
Future Systems (Sussex) - IT services to homes and small businesses

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also even the older versions of norton internet security (norton internet security 2005 up) are ok as long as you update reguary