Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 is an all-in-one security solution for the Windows operating system. The core modules of Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 are the antivirus protection, the two-way software firewall, web protection, spam and phishing protection as well as privacy and parental controls. The security software will ask the user to update the program’s database after installation to ensure that the protection is up to date.
Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 is compatible with Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7. The installation itself offers a smooth user experience with customization offered to advanced users who can block various modules (like the parental controls or the virtual keyboard) from being installed on the computer.
One interesting aspect of the installation is that it does not require a reboot in the end which still is a requirement of many security programs.
The main interface of the security program is divided into a left sidebar, several header and footer links as well as the main area that will display varying contents depending on the sidebar menu that has been selected by the user.
The first stop that advanced users should make is to the settings of the program. It is in here possible to configure the various modules and functions that are offered by Kaspersky Internet Security 2010.
Users who have not customized their installation can for instance disable features of the program that they do not need. It does not make sense for example to use parental controls on a one-user system or for users who solely rely on Gmail for their emails to activate the local anti-spam protection. It is however generally suggested to keep most modules enabled to ensure that the system is properly protected.
The settings can be easily adjusted or customized extensively. One prime example would be the file anti-virus module. A slider changes the security level of that module from the default setting (optimal protection) to maximum protection settings for hostile environments or minimum protection for best performance.
The settings button opens a new menu where the user can customize the settings of the selected protection mode further. It is for instance possible to change the type of the scan, disable heuristic analysis, scan only new or changed files or include archives and installation packages in the scan.
Users who might have tampered a bit to much with the settings can use the build in restore option to restore the settings to their defaults. The most interesting aspect of the settings from a user’s perspective is the level of customization that Kaspersky is offering. The software can easily be configured to protect the computer system of the user exactly how that user wants it to. Inexperienced users on the other hand can rest assured that the default settings are optimized for most computer systems.
The main interface is divided into a sidebar with five menu buttons, a header and footer with various links and the main area pane that changes depending on the user’s sidebar selection.
My Protection
My Protection displays the protection status of the computer system. It links to a new tabbed window that displays the various protection modules that Kaspersky is offering and their status giving the user an overview over the status of each module. The window is divided into the three tabs Files and private data, System and applications and Online activity.
My Security Zone
Displays a log of application activities on the computer system. Applications are divided into trusted, low and high restricted as well as untrusted. Application lists (like those currently running or started on system startup) can be displayed by clicking on the Application Activity link in the menu.
Here it is possible to terminate applications, change their trust level and to configure specific rules for those applications. Those settings again are very extensive ranging form allowing or disallowing the application to read, write, delete or create file and system Registry information over specific rights like starting or stopping processes to network rules to allow or disallow specific (or total) network activity.
One interesting option in this window is the ability to display the programs that have been started in the last week or this month for an overview of all those programs and the option to create rules for some of them.
The My Security Zone menu contains additional options including the newly integrated Safe Run mode. Safe Run offers to run specific programs in a sandbox so that they will have not access to the core operating system and its files and settings.
Scan My Computer
This menu can be used to manually scan the computer system in various ways. Options included are to perform a full or quick scan, an objects scan or a vulnerability scan.
My Update Center
Will display if the databases are up to date. It is possible to check for an update manually or to roll back to a previous database version in case of corruption.
Security+
Can be used to create a rescue disk, run a privacy cleaner, parental controls and the virtual keyboard.
Verdict
Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 comes with several additional features like the safe run mode. It is an all-in-one security software suited for users of all experience levels but especially for advanced users who like to customize their security solution.
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Hi, I’m currently using Microsoft security essential so I use windows firewall , hope i can get one free license, thanks in advantage.
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Hi
I’m currently using NAV 2010 but my subscription is about to expire…
KIS would be great!
Thanks
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well I am still on an old version of NAV, would love to check out the 2010 KIS version…..
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i use panda IS 2010 trial version and it will end soon please give me the key… thank you for the offer
Hi there,
Avast is my virus detector, I’m using a hardware firewall and I think that’s it. Most of the freeware programmes are not compatible with one another, hence I need a complete suit for safer surf.
So please choose me!
franzimae
Please count me in, I’m currently using Avast Home Free Version.
On one PC, which has two Windows XP installations, I am using Avira Premium on one and Avira Personal Edition on the other.
The Windows 7 installation on my laptop is running without any antivirus protection.
I will be installing Avira Personal Edition on it but have not till now as I am not sure if the Free edition supports Windows 7 or not.
I will be very happy if I can get a license of Kaspersky.
Have heard a lot about the program but have not tried it out yet as I kept getting free Avira Premium licenses from the giveaways that Avira conduct almost every 2 months.
hi i use cloud antivirus … please help me by giving me this key
I’ve been using Kaspersky AV for a year and comparing to other AV products, I prefer using Kaspersky. I was going to purchase KIS soon but do not mind having as a Christmas present form Ghacks:))
Nice job guys, I really appreciate you are trying to surprise your readers.
Cheers!
This is awesome, I am sure there will be hundreds of entries, but I wish/hope/pray I win 1 license! thanks to techPP for letting us know.
I have been using freeware such as Avast, AGV, Malwarebyte, would love to try this
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i use NIS 2009 , if i win this it will be great
I am currently using Agnitum Outpost Pro + NOD32.
I would like to win a licensed copy of KIS2010.
Thank you!
I have been using almost security sofware and I think KIS is the best. Now I’m using KIS.