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Top Internet Security Suites of 2009

Internet security suites evolve fast; here are the best suites we've found right now.

Edited by Robert Vamosi

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1. G-Data Internet Security 2010

Bottom Line: This little-known suite takes top honors in our midyear roundup.

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2. Symantec Internet Security 2009

Bottom Line: This strong security suite costs a little more, but it's easy to use and good at blocking malicious software.

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3. BitDefender Internet Security 2009

Bottom Line: Good protection for a great price if you're willing to put up with a couple of interface annoyances.

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4. Panda Internet Security 2009

Bottom Line: Panda covers all the bases with its features and it scans quickly, but it isn't great at malware detection.

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5. AVG Internet Security 8.5

Bottom Line: AVG stays within its core competencies to deliver a strong suite.

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6. Checkpoint ZoneAlarm Extreme Security 8.0

Bottom Line: ZoneAlarm Extreme gives you a lot of useful security features and protection for the money.

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7. PC Tools Internet Security

Bottom Line: Despite good heuristics, PC Tools Internet Security missed two Conficker variations.

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8. Comodo Internet Security Pro

Bottom Line: Comodo's new suite shows promise, but still lacks a few protections.

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