Kaspersky Internet Security 8.0.0.506

The internet is home to a lot of useful information – which you will undoubtedly want to access. The internet is also home to a lot of security threats, like worms, Trojans, viruses, malware, cybercriminals, and so on – which you will undoubtedly want to stay away from.

Keeping security threats at bay all on your own can be a daunting task. That is why you will need specialized software to help you out. To be more precise, you are going to need a properly good security software solution to keep all the nasties you can expect to encounter online at bay.

Out of all the security software solutions out there you could choose, Kaspersky Internet Security is way up there at the top of the list. It is a supremely good security software application that will protect your system from all sorts of threats. It detects, removes and blocks viruses, Trojans, worms, spyware, adware and all other malware types you can think of. Whenever you access a file, Kaspersky Internet Security scans it to make sure it is okay. Speaking of scanning, the application can also perform on demand system scans, it can scan email messages, and it can scan internet traffic.

If you’re using an instant messaging application (and who isn’t?), Kaspersky Internet Security ensures you stay safe and protected.

Losing money is not something one looks forward to. With Kaspersky Internet Security you can rest assured that your money, and your identity, are kept safe. The program protects against bank account fraud, against online shopping threats, against questionable websites, and so on.

The protection provided by Kaspersky Internet Security does not stop here. It can also protect family members from online predators, it provides a two way personal firewall, and it ensures your WiFi connection is safe.

The fact that Kaspersky Internet Security offers a high level of security does not mean your computer’s performance goes out the window in the process. A great emphasis is put on keeping your computer, be it a desktop PC or a small notebook computer, running smoothly.

In a nutshell, Kaspersky Internet Security is a properly good security software application that will keep you, your family, your data and your computer safe from harm.

Pros

• Easy to use
• Protects against all types of threats you can think of
• Works with all Windows versions, including Windows 7
• Isn’t a resource hog
• Game mode – alerts, updates and scans are suspended while you play
• Parental Controls
• Scan system and installed applications for vulnerabilities
• Virtual Keyboard for entering passwords

Cons

• Free to use only during the 30-day trial period.
• Download weighs in at some 70MB, so it will take some time to complete. Also, the installation process can be lengthy.

Kaspersky Internet Security has been reviewed by George Norman on 21 Apr 2010. Based on the user interface, features and complexity, Findmysoft has rated Kaspersky Internet Security 4 out of 5 stars, naming it Excellent