In a snapshot Linux Mint 8.0 operating system is an upgrade version of Linux Ubuntu operating system which offers even better interface, easy and quick installation and user friendly programmes. The only reservation is that sometimes Windows programmes are not properly run or supported by Ubundu, which would restrict certain users from using it. Those who would like to use oftware that is not supported by Linux or that is not available on it would do a choice towards Microsoft operating systems or Apple. However, apart from that reservation, new version of Ubuntu such as Linux Mint 8.0 operating system offers a great solution. Its code name is Helena and it matches to Ubuntu. You can freely download it at www.linuxmint.com.

When you download it, Linux Mint 8.0 operating system is crispy green coloured coded and is indeed very much in line with its minty name. There is a wide scope of software to choose from such as Open Office and others. If, for instance, in Ubuntu one could not run all media files, Linux Mint 8.0 operating system offers excellent solution to run media files with ease and efficiency. You would find Linux Mint 8.0 operating system easier and simpler. If you think that downloading more than 700 megabites is too much, you can also request CD copy from several CD providers.

One of the best features of Linux Mint 8.0 operating system is that you can install it without causing any damage to your Windows or any changes to existing installed versions. There are options to co-exist in two different operating systems when you run Linux Mint 8.0. When you install it and then switch your computer, you can actually choose whether you want to run Linux Mint 8.0 operating system or the one you had installed before. This option would require you to be more cautious with your data and try to back it up very carefully before co-existing in two operating systems. The main issue is that the data can be lost forever.

In a form as it is right now and especially being FREE to download, Linux Mint 8.0 operating system represents a serious competitor to Microsoft. The only issue is that too many people are used to Excel shortcuts in order to switch to unknown territory. Thus, even though it is perfectly user friendly, it would take time for Linux Mint 8.0 operating system to win its market share.

Other software that is supported by Ubuntu 9.10 operating system is Flash which allows opening media files and is very easy to operate. Those who are keen on creating professional documents and presentations will find Open Office free of charge for their use. It is very similar to Microsoft Office option, yet, it does have different shortcuts specifically for Excel and for the users of Excel it would mean some retraining and learning of the new shortcuts to adjust to Open Office in this case.

Finally, in addition to all above Ubuntu 9.10 operating system has a centre where you can access various free applications that are open source and, needless to say, are absolutely free of charge. There are different groups you can search including graphics, videos, programming and others. If you are interested in graphic editing, Ubuntu 9.10 operating system offers GIMP which is a very simple and easy way to edit pictures and images. There is also Jokosher and Stellarium that bring fun to your computer.

McAfee has recently released its new product McAfee VirusScan Plus 2010. This product provides the latest version for Mac OS X Leopard users. The latest release was tailored to Mac v8.6 version and is designed to provide the best security and down to business protection for Mac users. Up until recently the main worry has been that Mac users are less protected against vulnerability and viruses than PC users who have for a long time enjoyed Norton Antivirus programmes. Thus, the availability of an additional product that would bring more security to Mac users is extremely favourable and is positively perceived in the market.

McAfee VirusScan Plus 2010 offers protection against malware and spyware and other systems that are generally referred to as targeted threats which specifically target personal information and identity data. McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator is managing the product from a central location and then it is much easier to develop and update users on a global scale. Overall, McAfee VirusScan Plus 2010 has an immense capability and it has been reported that it can run through more than 350,000 malware parts presented on all possible platforms.

In terms of product improvements, there are several major ones to note. Firstly, there are significant enhancements in the catching of files, such as catching on-demand, for instance. This improves overall scanning capabilities. As mentioned before, it has the centralised management, which is web-based and thus offers security in a real time frame. Finally, McAfee VirusScan Plus 2010 allows reducing the size of the signature which improves the speed and overall process of scanning, making it fast and easy. Many users favour this feature as it has additional support for incremental updates.

Needless to say that despite intense development of antivirus software such as McAfee VirusScan Plus 2010, the development of new viruses remains at a very high level. It gets more sophisticated and tricky to catch each day. So users do need to understand that there is no perfect antivirus system in existance that will provide 100% protection, though McAfee VirusScan Plus 2010 is very good and up to date which gives piece of mind, especially to Mac users. McAfee VirusScan Plus 2010 is available to buy online or through individual distributors. Similar to Norton products, there is a very strong support offered to the users through the year when the license is granted and, thus, allows for instant access download of the software and any upcoming updates.