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Anti-Virus Software for 2 Years on 3 Computers only £44.99!

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Product	RRP	Brandstar Price	Saving
AVG Internet Security 2 Year 3 User	£83.98	£44.99	£38.99!!

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Today we’re comparing Trend Micro Internet Security Pro and the Award Winning AVG Internet Security!  Many of you wouldn’t have heard of Trend Micro.  They’re one of the less known Anti-Virus Software providers.  For more information on Trend Micro visit their website!  The comparison will involve an overview of the features each package has and then at the end we’ll tell you which we think is better through our rating system. Our ratings are worked out by the amount of ticks the product has. Further points are awarded for faster download, simpler/better installation and cheaper price.

Feature
Download Time	Very Long	Fast
Installation	Installation is of average length and is simple.  However, it doesn’t take you through any setup.	Takes an average length of time.  Quite extensive and helps you set up the basic features of the software.
Anti-Virus
Anti-Spyware
Anti-Spam
Blocks unauthorized programs
Web Shield
Toolbar
Authenticates wireless hotspots and Wi-Fi Networks
Child Protection (inc time, length and content)
Personal Information Protection (Encryption)
Link Scanner
Snapshot of security features
Clean up PC for faster performance
Anti-Malware
Anti-Phishing
Anti-Rootkit
Identity Protection(Advanced)
Firewall
Available to buy from Brandstar
RRP (3 PC’s for 1 year)	£54.95	£58.71
Overall Rating	14 out of 21	19 out of 21

Overall I haven’t been that impressed with Trend Micro Internet Security Pro.  It has a long way to go before it will compete with the liks of AVG.  It may be cheaper but you have to buy the 3 PC package which is pretty pointless if you only have 1 PC.  The features that the software offers aren’t as capable and advanced as that of AVG Internet Security.  Trend Micro is however easy to use and have a very user friendly layout!  However, to fight for a place in the top 3 they’ll need to bring something unique and some quality to the table neither of which they provide now.  So my advice, if you’re stuck between the two go for AVG!

Bank Safe Online is a website geared towards teaching people about scams and fraud which occurs online linked with Banks.  It also focuses on teaching people how they do can do their bit in the fight against online scams and fraud.  There are 7 key elements to their site, the first is called Types of Scams.  This teaches you about three very common types of scam: Phishing, Trojan and Money Mules.  Its aims to try to help you understand what is is, and how they work.

Another key part is Spotting Scams, this shows you examples of recent scams/fraud emails which have come to their attention.  By viewing these examples you will be able to spot the scams far quicker.  As you’ll see, they can be hard to spot as some are well designed to look authentic.  In the section called Protecting yourself you are able to download their free guides to help you protect yourself from any harm.

On the site their is also a frequently asked questions section which are very good and thorough.  If you have any further questions then you can also email them through the Request Advice page.  If you wish to find out more, the site also has a Helpful Sites page which has links to sites which aim to help stop online scam and fraud.

Finally, and probably most importantly, Reporting a Scam.  Bank Safe Online want you to help them fight against online scams.  So if you think you have a Scam Email then follow one of their steps to report it.