Pros: Kaspersky PURE 2012 is equipped with features, complete with antivirus, parental control and amazing online security.

Cons: The link scanner for search engines is noticeably missing.

Kaspersky Pure 2012 is a new and improved all in one package that combines security with backup, tune up models and parental control. In addition to the password manage, it also comes with a virtual keyboard that is designed to defeat keyloggers, a new 128 bit AES encryption client and file shredder.

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It is worth noting as well that that idea of Kaspersky of tune up is not the typical registry cleaning voodoo. Instead, it is a privacy and security audit that suggests changes including wiping system logs, setting browser to empty potentially confidential information and setting Windows Explorer that would show file extensions. It is simply a one off diagnostic, but more worthwhile than throwaway wizards.

The parental controls adopt a familiar model. You will be able to prevent defined users from getting an access from specific categories of sites or time-restrict specific applications. In fact, there is only a little bit that Windows 7 cannot do, with free tool Windows Live Family Safety, but it has the capability to keep off computer users from trying to download certain types of files.

The core of this package remains and this includes firewall modules and malware detection. These look similar to that in the Kaspersky Internet Security and they offer in some new and neat features including the “Safe Run” sandbox when you want to try out applications that are unknown and Digital Identity browser that is highly technical and allows you to clean up and browse great amount of personalized data in the Registry.

While it promises more enhanced detection technologies, far better than its previous editions, it does have similar performance to its Internet Security suite in malware detection test. Through it is a little bit left behind by the competition, its detection rate is better than the rest. When it comes to performance, it does not fail to impress home users.

Overall, it comes with a great range of features and functions and it is not dreadful resource hog. It is capable of performing a normal antivirus function and when it comes to security, it is impressive despite the high price. Because it is loaded with lots of features, consumers have a lot more to expect from it than they ever experienced from the previous versions. Kaspersky Pure 2012 is yet to be tested in other areas. But overall, it offers great performance without causing a lot of annoyance while it runs to the background.

Pros: Kaspersky Internet Security 2011 is equipped with features, complete with antivirus, parental control and amazing online security.

Cons: The link scanner for search engines is noticeably missing.

Summary: Kaspersky Internet Security 2012 without a doubt is one of the best internet security suites available today. Its high detection rates and fairly easy to use interface makes it a perfect addition to any computer. The software provides small footprint on your computer making it simple to install and only requires minimum attention. It is a well-rounded suite with all great features and effective protection level. Overall, Kaspersky Internet Security is a high quality product that provides a much safer internet experience.

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Kaspersky Internet Security is an all in one internet security suite that keeps your computer very safe while you bank, shop or surf the net. This comprehensive internet security software offers features that include email scanner, virus scanner, and network monitor, firewall and parental controls. Beyond its features, the internet security suite is relatively easy to use and comes with default configurations that ensure the safety of your personal information and computer. It also has minimal impact on the performance of your computer while scanning.

It also includes a good variety of antispyware tools. Its core protection blocks different sorts of internet threats such as bots, spam, rootkits, Trojans, worms and pop-up banners. It also incorporates a vulnerability scanner which is capable of checking applications and software on your computer. It also comes with two innovative features that will keep you safe against online and offline threats. These features are the Safe Surf and Safe Desktop. The Safe Surf runs on the internet browser in safe environment that monitors each application and website without affecting the performance of your computer.

The Safe Desktop feature offers an isolated sandbox for your desktop making it easy for you to run malicious programs without hurting your PC. It also has a solid antivirus protection and is so efficient than the others. The virus signatures, real time protection and definitions are frequently updated and are all designed for wide array of threats. It is capable of locating malware, Kaspersky Internet Security utilizes the proactive and heuristic behavioral detection to search and protect computers against new threats. The firewall is powerful and easy to use.

It is very easy to use and simple to navigate with its intuitive menu screen and organized sub menus. It has a quick installer that will walk you through every single thing you need for the software configuration. It is easy to use and provides flexible access to advanced controls.

Pros
• Impressive ratings from independent laboratory
• Cleans up traces of activities in browser and computer
• Capable of fixing insecure settings on Windows and Internet Explorer

Cons
• Average scores on hands-on tests
• Failed to remove malware
• Weak anti-phishing feature on newer sites
• Some threats freely installed on clean test system

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Kaspersky Antivirus 2012 has fast installation process and is capable for any infringing antivirus programs that may have been installed in your system already. Once installed and activated, the program is set to detect and remove the threats in your computer. It also comes with a simple interface that allows you to know if your system is protected or at risk. It lists the threats and determines what they are. It has protection components that are either disabled or enabled.

This antivirus software comes with a boatload of features such as the virtual keyboard which helps in protecting against keyloggers and hackers as they attempt to record your typing patterns, credit card numbers and steal passwords. In addition to the files it offers, you can also expect to see a gaming profile, cloud protection that enables you to deal quickly with threats and can monitor your network ports. It comes with a privacy cleaner, antivirus protection for your applications and files. It also features file advisor that allows you to check whether a certain file is safe or not and you can do this in a single click.

Kaspersky Antivirus 2012 also has a desktop gadget that allows you to see security status of your computer at any given time. This gadget lets you access the key features in this antivirus software such as the virtual keyboard, update start and list of problems.

A lot of antivirus programs in the market sap most of your system resources that makes running other applications and surfing the internet unsmooth and slow. But Kaspersky antivirus 2012 is not as demanding on memory as other antivirus software out there. However, when it comes to the database update, the software tends to run slowly in the background.

One of the strange functions in this program is its behavior when running your PC on battery power. It turns of updates and scheduled scans unless it is plugged in. But it is a solid piece of antivirus and antimalware software for the price and works as it is supposed to.

Overall, Kaspersky Antivirus 2012 is a good antivirus program that is easy and quick to install and setup. It appears to be similar to the Kaspersky Internet Security Program only that is has less accessible features.