Mcafee has released the latest version of their corporate antivirus software; VirusScan enterprise. If you are a frequent visitor to this blog, you might remember our post about VSE 8.0i. 8.5i is even more advanced that 8.0i and features several different protection mechanisms never before seen in an AntiVirus product. ViruScan Enterprise 8.5i contains a combination of AntiVirus, Firewall and IPS features which turns it into a complete security solution.  Of course this doesn't feature a star-glittering, lamer oriented, resource consuming, bloated interface as in Norton Antivirus, but don't let the looks fool you. At the heart of VirusScan enterprise 8.5i runs the Mcafee's 5100 series scanning engine which is capable of decimating more that 21000 security threats (including spyware, adware and rootkit detection) in a wide range of categories. And it doesn't occupy half the system RAM as most major security software occupy.

 

New in Version 8.5i:

-5100 Series Scan Engine

- Incremental engine component updates. Allows  engine components to be updated without updating the entire engine. The engine version, displayed in the VirusScan  Enterprise "About" dialog box, shows both the engine series and the latest incremental
update version.

- Ability to use different sets of detection definition (DAT) files at the same time. For example, the engine can access the 
anti-virus, buffer overflow, and access protection DAT files simultaneously. This provides more efficient scanning and
detection of threats.

- Detection of rootkits in memory. The on-demand scanner can be configured to scan system memory for installed rootkits. Rootkits conceal running processes and files or system data, and are a
threat if an intruder uses the rootkit to  maintain access to a system without the user’s knowledge.

- Enhanced Access Protection. This feature prevents unwanted changes by restricting access to specified ports,files and folders, shares, registry keys and values.The rules have been enhanced to expand exclusion capability and provide better protection.

- Protection levels. When you install the  product, you choose whether to enable  "Standard Protection" or "Maximum Protection" 
rules as the default.

- Enhanced On Access Spyware and Adware detection with AntiSpyware Enterprise Module.

Combine Mcafee ViruScan enterprise 8.5i with Windows Firewall and say goodbye to any other security applications on your PC. With this one around, your ass is well covered.

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Here is the ultimate desktop enhancements collection. Cursors, Themes, Wallpapers, Sounds, Buddies, widgets and whatever-the-hell-you-want is included in this pack.  You are bound to find some cool and unusual software in this collection. For example, the Desktop Pet application is all about having virtual pet. It starts out as an egg and begins its life on your desktop. You can interact with the pet in many ways. Since the pet has AI, you will need to attend to his needs as well. And if you dont want it you can kick its ass and uninstall it. Check them out!

Following programs are included in the collection:

• Aquarium Desktop 2006 2.0
• Bootskin 1.05
• Blog Navigator Professional v1.2.1.256
• ControlCenter v1.5.809 Enhanced
• CursorXP_Plus_1.31
• DesktopX 3.1 Enterprise
• Desktop Pet v1.00
• DirectSkin v3.0
• IconDeveloper 1.20 Professional
• IconPackager 3.10 Enhanced
• IconX 1.10 Enhanced
• Impression Creator Professional v1.0
• Keyboard Launchpad 1.00 Enhanced
• Logon Studio 1.0.64
• Multiplicity 1.02 Professional
• Natural Desktop 1.50
• ObjectBar Enhanced 1.65
• ObjectDock Plus v1.50
• RightClick 1.20 Enhanced
• SkinStudio Professional 5.0.0.1111
• Theme Manager 2005 2.20
• WebBlinds v1.06 Enhanced
• Windowblinds 5.10 Enhanced
• WindowFX 3.0 Enhanced
• WinStyles Enhanced 1.50

See sample of a customized windows desktop enhanced using WindowsBlinds (included)

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jetAudio is one of the best media players available for the Windows platform. This one has been around for years the latest version 6.2.6 introduces a host of new features, ultimately making jetAudio  'one of a kind' media player application. Not only does it play almost every multimedia file type thats around (including DivX, OGG Vorbis, XViD and FLAC) but it offers support for ripping CDs, audio and video encoding (Mp3PRO encoding support included), audio recording (both from internal and external sources) and CD burning! In short, it's a powerhouse (but not a resource hog) and a must have application if you are a Windows user.

Plus VX version features the following additional features than the basic version:

• MP3 Encoding Extension Pack
• Sound Effect Extension Pack
• Recording Extension Pack
• Sound Extension Pack
• Tools Extension Pack
• Video Convert Extension Pack

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Dear FILEnetworks Reader,

As you may already know, FILEnetworks Blog went offline about a week back. However we have now moved to a new location and are back online. We have recovered more than 35 of our old posts. Most of these posts include fixed links. Recovery of old posts is still in progress and we plan to finish it within this week. After that, life should be back to normal!

New Blog URLs:

• http://filenetworks.blogspot.com
• http://www.filenetworks.net

New RSS feeds:

Were you a subscriber of our RSS feed? The old feed is no longer updated. Use the new ones mentioned below:

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Have you linked to us?

If you have linked to our site from yours, please update the link so that it will direct to either one of the new URL’s mentioned above. (The old URL is not functioning any more)

Notices:

• Post structure is changed. (Check out comments)
• Hitcounter is now visible. The same Hit Counter used in the old blog (after beta phase) has been carried on to the new one. You can view the stats at bottom of front page.
• We are no longer syndicated in kottu.org. www.kottu.org is a Srilankan Blog syndication site which is accessed by thousands of Srilankans daily. FILEnetworks content is not entirely Srilanka relevant so there is a conflict of interest. We have been desyndicated for this reason and we 100% agree with Kottu admin and support his decision on this.

Special thanks to:

• The TV & Radio Srilanka Group for informing readers about our sudden disappearance and for the continued support as a partner site.
• All the people who emailed us and expressed support.
• Kottu.org admin for keeping us syndicated for more than 2 months which greatly helped our Srilankan user base increase.

Crack on!

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These fonts will allow you to type in familiar handwriting in most Windows based word processors and office automation products.

How to get it:

The file size of this download is only 3.2MB It contains 300 different hadwriting fonts.

Get Handwriting Fonts Pack : Download Now! (Direct Download)

Install Notes:

Provide www.vastdown.com as RAR file password and extract. Install the fonts of your choice and enjoy!

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DFX is an audio enhancement plugin that will significantly enhance your Mp3 Audio files. it is available for all major Windows based audio/media players. Download this lightweight application and transform your PC into a fully functional stereo system! You can customize fidelity, ambience, 3D surround, Dynamic boost and hyperbass of your audio files to your liking.

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Detect and repair Windows registry errors and optimize your system's performance using this application. Windows registry gets cluttered with junk, traces of removed programs and registry errors which will ultimately slow your system performance down to a crawl. Registry Mechanic will scan the registry and fix them with the click of a button. It also includes an option to optimize registry which is similar to the defragmentation of hard disk.

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ACDsee is a photo manager software for windows. This application will enable you view, process, edit, organize, catalog, publish and archive your images or photo collections. It currently supports over 100 image, audio, video and archive file formats. Version 9 features minor user interface improvements and performance enhancements. It also features a quickview application which is a good alternative to the 'Windows Picture and Fax Viewer'. Full RAW file support and processing, customizable folders, quick edit, visual tagging and color management feature enhancements are also noteworthy additions for version 9.

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Intervideo WinDVD 8 has been released for the Microsoft Windows platform. WinDVD is a windows based media player application which directly competes with Cyberlink's PowerDVD.

Version 8 Improvements: (Quoted from Intervideo Web)

The Latest in High-Definition Video:

H.264, VC-1, HDV, MPEG 2 HD (1080i & 720p), WMV-HD

The Widest Range in Standard Definition Video:

DVD-Video, DivX® 6 Pro, Real® Player, 3GPP, QuickTime®, Windows Media, AVI, MPEG 4

The Most Dynamic Audio:

Dolby® Digital EX, Dolby® Pro Logic IIx, Dolby® Headphone, DTS 2.0, WAV, WMA, MP3, MPEG-4, non-protected iTunes

Top Technologies:

UPnP Client and Server, IVI Hall Effect, IVI Headphone Surround.

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We dont need to tell you about this application. Winamp used to be the king among PC audio players a while back. Due to various reasons the original development team have left Winamp development after Nullsoft was aqquired by AOL. Winamp's rivals such as Jetaudio have emereged with better products and the popularity of Winamp has hence slightly declined. But Winamp is still a giant among PC media players.

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Winamp Skins:

Winamp features a skinnable interface so the Winamp community have developed some uber cool skins for this baby. In fact, some skins are waay more user friendly and more eye catching than the factory default. We are giving you the link for the most popular Winamp skin; MMD3.

Get MMD3: Download Now! (Direct Download)

Just click on the downloaded .wal file and it will automatically be enabled in Winamp (Winamp 5 should be installed before skin install)

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