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A highly usable all-round security suite, but ultimately a strong runner-up rather than a new champion.

More power, a little noisy and less watts.

A simple package whose two detection engines ensure great malware detection, but it fails to inspire in other areas.

All the options you could want, although it’s pricey

Top-notch print quality makes this a contender, but it isn’t fast

Very cheap to run, but poor print quality badly lets the side down

A very likeable all-in-one – albeit limited in its usefulness beyond basic functions. Read our review of Shuttle's new all-in-one X50

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