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We take a closer look at some of the more common scareware traps; what to look out for, how to identify the fakes and 5 rogue security software packages you should try and avoid at all costs.

A new year, a new operating system and still, the danger of data loss to viruses is as great as ever.

They will get past your security software. Know your enemy and protect yourself.

Symantec this week introduced versions of its consumer and small business security software with updates that protect against network-scanning worms such as Sasser, and keep phishing attacks at bay.

Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer has addressed the future challenges facing Microsoft and surprisingly, views Linux as a greater threat than Apple.

A security firm named the top 10 spyware threats this week, saying that the secretly installed software poses an "insidious" threat to consumers and corporations alike.

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ATM security is so poor worldwide, that many more machines are likely to be easily compromised in the future, warns Kaspersky

Do you have a business or are in charge of a business’ tech security? Get some tips from PC Authority’s experts.

'Significant' threat could arrive within hours, warn experts.

Linux vendor joins the 'put up or shut up' crowd.

Steve Jobs not worried by Redmond's media player.

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If it breeds, mutates and consumes resources, then it's a threat. Tim Dean thinks your Aibo may be more sinister than it looks.

Microsoft chairman Bill Gates told Australian media he was unfazed about the threat of open source or scepticism by business towards technology and defended the security of Microsoft's software products.

There is a risk of banking websites falling prey to a new form of malicious keyboard logger, but there is a way to reduce your risk

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Specialists warn of next logical step.