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Windows Live OneCare

Type:  backup firewall security spam spyware virus

Microsoft provide a PC care service called Windows Live OneCare.

OneCare offers automatic protection from viruses, spyware, hackers, and phishing.

You can scan files including attachments you receive via Windows Live Messenger or MSN Messenger.

The software also regularly defragments your hard disk, removes unnecessary files, and keeps Windows up-to-date.

There are also backup and restore features.

Windows Live OneCare web site

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