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AVG Internet Security review: Reliable, budget-friendly antivirus software
AVG Internet Security is a good upgrade on its free antivirus software, especially if you need broader online protection and don’t want to pay a lot for it.
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Proton VPN review: Great paid plan, even better free plan
Proton VPN, from the Proton line of personal security services, is a great standalone paid VPN and its free option has quickly become my favorite.
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Eufy FamiLock S3 Max review: Lock, stock, and onboard video
This smart lock has a video screen to show who’s on the other side of the door, which is kind of useless if your door has a large window in it—like mine does.
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Lorex 2K Dual Lens Indoor Pan-Tilt Wi-Fi Security Camera review
The Lorex 2K Dual Lens Indoor Pan-Tilt Wi-Fi Security Camera is a feature-rich, versatile option that provides excellent coverage and privacy features. It's an deal choice for those who want a local storage-first option with PTZ capabilities.
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Trend Micro Maximum Security review: Better alternatives exist
Underwhelming features, weak antivirus protection, and potentially showstopping bugs tank Trend Micro Maximum Security's appeal.
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McAfee Total Protection review: Top security undermined by a major feature
McAfee Total Protection offers strong antivirus, network, and online protection, but its password manager needs improvement.
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Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro review: Security cam, smart home hub in one
The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro integrates a security cam, Matter controller, and Thread border router, but its Zigbee hub only works with Aqara's own devices.
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Eufy Wired Wall Light Cam S100 review: Pretty, but not powerful
This security cam/light combo isn’t as sophisticated as some, but it will blend in with your architecture better than more industrial-looking floodlight cameras.
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Malwarebytes Premium Security review: An antimalware staple is now optional
Malwarebytes isn’t the vital supplement to Windows it used to be—but those who want a dead simple antivirus app will be served well.
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Avast Premium Security review: Strong protection focused on PC security
Avast offers several paid antivirus suites, but its Premium Security software keeps its focus on protecting your PC while online—and by extension, you as well.
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Mullvad VPN review: The ultimate privacy-first VPN
Mullvad VPN might not have a ton of flashy features but it provides rock-solid security and unrivaled privacy.
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ESET Home Security Premium review: Simple protection with a complex heart
ESET's antivirus software gives far more control over scan and feature settings than the average rival — a plus for power users — without being intimidating.
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Norton Antivirus Plus review: A slim suite for digital minimalists
Norton Antivirus Plus provides solids basics of online protection without any extra fluff—ideal for those avoiding unnecessary, expensive excess.
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McAfee+ Ultimate review: Comprehensive security that needs more polish
McAfee+ Ultimate offers strong antivirus protection and a vast array of online protections, but its apps, services, and tools could use more polish.
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Annke CPT500 security cam review: Built for business, but useful at home
With sharp 3K video, AI tracking, and Power-over-Ethernet support, this camera delivers robust features for homeowners who can live with its industrial design.
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Avira Prime review: Comprehensive, user-friendly antivirus
Avira Prime is a simple, easy-to-understand antivirus suite that includes numerous features.
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I tested a smart lock with facial recognition. It's a game changer
It's not the prettiest smart deadbolt, but you can open it with a PIN, a fingerprint, an Apple Home Key, or—most interestingly—entirely hands free with your face.
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Hotspot Shield review: Feeling the need, the need for speed
Hotspot Shield is one of the fastest VPNs on the market, but it comes with a few trade-offs.
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Bitdefender Total Security review: Great, easy to use protection
Bitdefender offers superb antivirus and malware defense, but this mid-tier security suite is oddly stingy in a key regard: VPN support.
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