Tom McNamara

Senior Editor

Start10

The Windows 8 Start menu replacement is back for Windows 10.

ESET Smart Security

The software’s core protection is great, but we encountered some hiccups with the bundled tools.

Avira Free Antivirus

A refreshingly low-key antivirus app with a high-quality interface, though one bundled tool could use a chill pill.

Kaspersky Total Security

An excellent security suite with some less than excellent frills.

Bitdefender Total Security 2016

Bitdefender’s antimalware suite is firing on all cylinders but could use some more gauges on the instrument panel.

Panda Internet Security

Panda Internet Security 2016 is a highly respectable antimalware suite with useful frills.

Trend Micro Maximum Security

The flagship antimalware suite is updated for 2015.

360 Total Security 2016 – Protect PC against viruses and malware and optimize system performance.

Everywriter – Write books and novels and manage your ideas.

EDS Google Books Downloader – Download Google books from libraries and publishers.

MouseMote Server – Control your computer mouse using Android phone.

Maxthon Cloud Browser – Surf the Internet via browser with innovative dual-core design that uses both Webkit and Trident.

Server Network Recycle Bin Tool – Back up network deleted files on the server side.

Planetary Gear Calculator – Calculate and design planetary gear sets.