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Technically, it’s free after a pair of mail-in rebates. The bundle includes Norton Internet Security 2010, Norton Utilities 14.5, and Norton Ghost 15.

Originally posted at The Cheapskate

Symantec published a report recently listing the 50 riskiest places to be online, as apparently having that many beardos in one place can only result in evil. Seattle made the top of the list, however San Francisco, Boston, and Washington D.C. made it up near the top as well.

The report is based off of several different factors, such as how many people use the internet, how many wifi hotspots are around, and other data about online behavior. You’d think that Seattle would be safer considering the size of the tech industry in the northwest in general, but apparently familiarity breeds contempt. At the other end of the spectrum, Detroit is one of the safest cities, with El Paso, Texas, and Memphis listed as second and third.

Symantec goes on to recommend the steps you should take if you live in one of these “dangerous” cities, which basically says buy Norton Internet Security. Of course, only you can decide what the best security solution is for you computer, but Symantec also mentions the importance of keeping your system up to date, and installing a good anti-virus program.

[via Eweek]

…after a pair of mail-in rebates, that is. The bundle includes Norton Internet Security 2010, Norton Utilities 14, and Norton Ghost 15. Talk about a deal!

Originally posted at The Cheapskate

A-DATA is looking to the future with the N002. The flash drive kicks it with both USB 3.0 and SATA II interfaces, which means that it must be fast. And it is, friends. A-DATA is claiming it’s really fast.

The drive utilizes 8-channel architecture to deliver 200 MB/s read and 170 MB/s write speeds. Of course if you don’t have USB 3.0 yet, the interface is backwards compatible with 2.0 devices although don’t expect the breakneck speeds. The price and availability haven’t been announced, but expect the model to be available in 64Gb, 128GB, and 256GB flavors.

Taipei, Taiwan – December 30, 2009 – A-DATA Technology, the world leader in DRAM modules and flash memory products, launched the industry first ever combo flash drive N002 that features the dual interface of USB 3.0 and SATA II, designed to maximize data transfer speed to the ultimate. Adopting the industry-leading 8-channel architecture, N002 is able to boost transfer speed tenfold compared to ordinary flash drives with USB 2.0 interface by delivering up to ultra-fast 200 MB/s and 170 MB/s in sequential read/write performance respectively.

Ready to hit the market by January, 2010, N002 makes USB 3.0 a reality. It supports all latest platforms that come with USB 3.0 ports, while also being backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports at a lower speed performance. Available in 64GB, 128GB and 256GB, N002 is ideal for users who are thirsty for super-sized storage capacities with unrivaled speed via the innovative USB 3.0 and SATA II dual interface. A combination of speed, storage and portability altogether into one device, N002 is by all means the most effective solution to access and transfer large amount of data, including high-resolution images, multimedia files and whole lot more, at an instant and on the go.

Users can also take full advantage of A-DATA’s free-download value-add software UFDtoGO and the latest Norton Internet Security™ 2010 (60-day trial) to enhance both mobility and security of their A-DATA USB flash drives with just few easy mouse clicks away.

Mark November 8, 2009 (11/8) on your calendars, dear readers. That’s when HP is launching some particularly generous promos, covering laptops and desktops alike:

Save up to $315 instantly on the HP TouchSmart tx2z Series Customizable Notebook PC! – Savings Include: $200 instant rebate, FREE memory upgrade from 2GB to 3GB ($30 savings), FREE hard drive upgrade from 250GB to 320GB ($40 savings), and get FREE shipping ($29 savings). Ends 11/14

Save up to $275 instantly on the HP Pavilion dv6t Series Customizable Notebook PC! – Savings Include: $150 instant rebate, FREE memory upgrade from 2GB to 3GB ($30 savings), FREE hard drive upgrade from 250GB to 320GB ($40 savings), FREE color customization ($25 savings), and get FREE shipping ($29 savings). Ends 11/14

HURRY 3 Days Only!!! Save up to $495 instantly on the HP Pavilion Elite e9250t Series Customizable Desktop PC! – Savings Include: $250 instant rebate, 35% off 8GB memory ($30 savings), FREE 640GB hard drive upgrade ($50 savings), FREE 15-month Norton Internet Security subscription ($49 savings), 35% off a 21.5-inch diagonal widescreen monitor ($90 savings), and get FREE shipping ($29 savings). Ends 11/10

HURRY 3 Days Only!!! Save up to $325 instantly on the HP Pavilion Slimline s5250t Series Customizable Desktop PC! – Savings Include: $170 instant rebate, FREE 640GB hard drive upgrade ($50 savings), 40% off a 20-inch diagonal widescreen monitor ($80 savings), and get FREE shipping ($29 savings). Ends 11/10

HURRY 3 Days Only!!! Save up to $305 instantly on the HP Pavilion p6250t Series Customizable Desktop PC! – Savings Include: $150 instant rebate, FREE 640GB hard drive upgrade ($50 savings), 40% off a 20-inch diagonal widescreen monitor ($80 savings), and get FREE shipping ($29 savings). Ends 11/10

More promos launch on November 11, 2009 (11/11), so feel free to mark that date down as well. These discounts only apply to desktops:

Save up to $505 instantly on the HP Pavilion Elite e9280t Series Customizable Desktop PC! – Savings Include: $300 instant rebate, FREE 9GB memory upgrade ($40 savings), FREE 15-month Norton Internet Security subscription ($49 savings), 35% off a 21.5-inch diagonal widescreen monitor ($90 savings), and get FREE shipping ($29 savings). Ends 11/17

Save up to $415 instantly on the HP Pavilion p6280t Series Customizable Desktop PC! – Savings Include: $250 instant rebate, FREE 640GB hard drive upgrade ($50 savings), 35% off a 21.5-inch diagonal widescreen monitor ($90 savings), and get FREE shipping ($29 savings). Ends 11/17

Save up to $415 instantly on the HP Pavilion Slimline s5280t Series Customizable Desktop PC! – Savings Include: $250 instant rebate, FREE 640GB hard drive upgrade ($50 savings), 35% off a 21.5-inch diagonal widescreen monitor ($90 savings), and get FREE shipping ($29 savings). Ends 11/17

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