A convenient all-in-one media package, but many of the applications can be had for nothing elsewhere

Unlike most business security solutions, you don't need to be running a server to set up Sophos Security Suite SBE 2.5.

The power and flexibility of an enterprise product, but F-Secure Anti-Virus Small Business Suite 8 also comes with a good deal of the complexity of one.

McAfee actually hosts the Web management for its security package, making it perfect for small businesses that don't run their own servers.

Powerful and flexible, but also a little complicated for small business.

A modular scanning tool that catches most unwanted software – but not quite all

Great if you have foreign accounts to manage, but only average otherwise.

A no frills site that does the job but doesn’t stand out in any way.

Improved handling of templates, tracing, text and layers along with new table support, but ultimately X4 disappoints

A friendly suite for the less-experienced user, but technical types may find it limiting.

Surround-sound support and mastering-quality plug-ins mean Sound Forge is better than ever.

Stunning build quality and design, but pricey and bigger than most desks can accommodate.

Affordable, yet punches above its price for quality and features. Ideal for a quiet PC.

A quirky, tool-free case with decent features.

Extensive features should ensure MDaemon’s place on the shortlist of any company looking for an internal mail solution.

A good concept, but the on-demand anti-virus scanner lacks real-time email and IM protection.

This version brings some real improvements, but there are still a few features missing.

Microsoft finally recognises that web authoring needs a standards-compliant tool, albeit on its own terms.

Image quality is average, but the price includes HDCP support.

It lacks HDCP and isn’t for general home use, but remains the best if you need accurate colours.