Microsoft to offer free security program (Sydney Morning Herald)

Microsoft to ditch its subscription PC security service and offer free software to protect computers from viruses, spyware and other threats.

Microsoft's Morro Could Challenge Security Giants (NewsFactor via Yahoo! News)

McAfee and Symantec could be affected as Microsoft moves to provide free antivirus software. If the software, code-named Morro, successfully protects against viruses, analysts said, it could mean an exodus from well-known security brands.

Microsoft to Stop Charging for Home PC Security (BusinessWeek)

Microsoft shaking up the security market (IT World)

If there's one thing that worries software companies everywhere, it's to hear that "Microsoft's going to do it for free." Most recently, Microsoft announced that it would stop selling its subscription-based PC security service known as Windows Live OneCare, which covered up to three PCs at $49.95 a year.

McAfee Internet Security 2009 (cnet.com.au)

Once it's up and running, McAfee Internet Security 2009 is competitive with Norton on speed, detection, and removal of malicious software.