Get help with security and virus-related issues

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Help yourself

If you've already browsed the security information on the Security At Home site, and you want to learn more about how to improve the security of your computer, visit these other online resources:

Support resources for computer security issues

Microsoft Security site

Microsoft self support options

Microsoft TechNet site (for IT Professionals)

MSDN: Microsoft Security Developer Center site (for Developers)

Microsoft Security Guidance Center for Small Businesses

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Get help from software vendors

For help with antivirus and firewall software from a third-party vendor, contact your software vendor. The following are links to some popular antivirus and firewall software providers:

Computer Associates (12-month free trial)

F-Secure (6-month free trial)

McAfee (90-day free trial)

Panda Software (90-day free trial)

Symantec (90-day free trial)

Trend Micro (90-day free trial)

Tiny Software: Tiny Personal Firewall

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Get help from other users

Newsgroups and Communities are a great way to get help from other users who might have the expertise you need. You can post a question in one of these areas:

Microsoft Security for Home Users Community

Microsoft General Security Newsgroup

Microsoft Virus Discussion Newsgroup

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Get help from Microsoft

Get online support (or toll-free telephone support in the U.S. and Canada) for security-related issues such as viruses and security updates.

Microsoft Help and Support: Online Assistance Index

Microsoft Help and Support: Security Help and Support for Home Users


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