Better Safe Than Sorry

Microsoft has followed up last month's purchase of software maker GIANT with the release of a beta version of Windows AntiSpyware.

Security has always been a weak point at Microsoft and this problem has, up until recently, been solved by third-party software vendors who have produced well thought out applications to save us from evildoers.

Since Bill has seen the light we have received Microsoft Firewall and now the Microsoft Anti-Spyware beta.

I would suggest you at least try the Anti-Spyware and see if it offers any increased security when used in conjunction with established Anti-Spyware applications - remember this is BETA and may not work quite as expected.

Note also that it appears that unless Bill can validate your version of Windows 2000 or XP you may be denied the download.

Several lunatics at slashdot.org claim the validation procedure can be ignored. Your mileage may vary.

Comments welcome from all those with busted Windows OS's and you Windows 2000 beta users - you know who you are . . .