A Brief Look at a Very Good New Security Tool Courtesy of Microsoft

Computers are different things to different people but to most they are expensive investments in technology and act as a source of connection to the outside world.

So it stands to reason then that we would all like to protect them. There are a number of different options, some free and some paid for. For many this is a complicated and sometimes pricey process that can often result in uninformed people causing more damage than they are trying to prevent.

Most computer security programs are either too complicated, too expensive or both. And to top that off many eat away at your system resources turning your computer into little more than a dedicated security device.

This is why I'm sure you can see that I have issues with recommending any particular program (other than in a lesser of two evils sort of way). But a few months ago I started using Microsoft Security Essentials alongside my regular Norton's Suite and haven't looked back.

I say I'm using it alongside as in my mind its working in a trial period before I let it go out all on its own. Also its new so I'm sure it isn't perfect. I apoligise if I sound a bit unsure. The thing is, so far I've found nothing wrong with it. It's free, it works on XP, Vista and 7, it's light and its easy for anyone to use.

It isn't the best for every user out there. All in all though it's pretty good. Nothing will ever protect you for 100% of threats and nothing replaces being a bit cautious and very skeptical on the web. Don't expect all the features that you get with the big suites with Microsoft Security Essentials, you won't get them because that's not what this software is for.

I recommend that any one interested in this or their computer's security in general has a look at some sites such as AV Comparatives and the like in order to make an informed decision on their computer's security.



What does everyone else use? Leave a comment below.