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The OS debate: One-time vs. recurring







The OS debate: One-time vs. recurring

The OS debate: One-time vs. recurring 12/19/2004 02:50 PM

So, you want a safe, secure and spyware-free OS? It'll cost you. But just how much is entirely up to you. On Thursday, Microsoft Corp. said it plans to offer users of its Windows software new tools within 30 days that would work to remove spyware programs secretly running on computers, according to reports by the Associated Press. Apparently, the computer giant acquired a small New York software firm, Giant Company Software Inc., with the hopes of making a quick buck off of a new tool which will sweep for spyware and offer to remove suspicious programs. As announced, the tool was expected to be unveiled within 30 days. "We're going to be working through the issue of pricing and licensing," said Mike Nash, vice president of Microsoft's security business unit said. "We'll come up with a plan and roll that out." Ah, Microsoft's two magic words: pricing and licensing. While no details have been unveiled, it seems that peace of mind won't come free. So, Windows users have two choices: Spend a few bucks for Microsoft-branded spyware tools while waiting for Longhorn to drop; or pick up a copy of Tiger next spring. The bottom line is, spyware and "suspicious programs" will never be eradicated from the Windows OS. These so-called hackers are intent on cracking Windows' code and beating whatever security measures happen to be in place. It's been proven, time and time again. And it'll be proven again, whether it's in 30 days, when a beta spyware zapper is unveiled, or in two years, when Longorn hits shelves. A recent article by Rob Pegararo for The Washington Post illustrates this all too well. In his "Six Steps to Safer Surfing" column, he does his best to keep to a level playing field. He talks about firewalls; he recommends downloading security patches. He writes about common sense, too, all things that Mac users can relate to. However, stuck alongside Windows Media Player updates, and buying and installing antivirus software is one key ingredient to a safer Windows: Step five is a big one: Download the free Mozilla Firefox Web browser and use that instead of Microsoft's Internet Explorer whenever possible. Firefox is not only simpler and more convenient than Internet Explorer, it's also much more secure — since it's not hooked so tightly into Windows, it can't act as a transmission belt for viruses. And by not running Microsoft's ActiveX software, Firefox blocks a common route for spyware. Of course, there are plenty of Mac users who surf with Firefox as their browser of choice, but it's a matter of preference, not necessity. I mean, why would anyone want an OS whose main component is a detriment to the system? And why would anyone want to pay a fee — on top of the OS licensing — to fix it? $129 for life, or smaller, more recurring charges and frustrations. It's up to you.




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