Is it Worth Considering Microsofts Windows Live OneCare?
There has been a distinct little industry of antivirus software producers who have been competing to keep our computers virus free. Small specialist companies have traditionally dominated this industry. But in 2006, the mighty Microsoft threw their hat into the ring. Should other companies be afraid? Here is the background. Microsoft have taken something of a novel approach. They provide a subscription service called Windows Live OneCare, which offers a variety of services including antivirus protection. In addition there is spyware protection, a firewall, a back up utility and features for managing a home network. Many people will welcome this product. It is clearly aimed squarely at the home market. Whereas many of us at work have the luxury of calling technical support if anything goes wrong, at home we have to fend for ourselves. The antivirus component carries out a regular virus scan of your system and is able to remove viruses as well. Microsoft has invested heavily in this fiel
