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Darien Graham-Smith

A lifelong technology enthusiast, Darien is a regular contributor to both Expert Reviews and PC Pro magazine, specialising in wireless networking, internet security and other technical topics. He also contributes to and produces the weekly PC Pro podcast, and has made occasional appearances on BBC News and Open University programming. In his spare time he dabbles in audio production, and plays guitar, bass and drums with the enthusiasm of a committed amateur.

Recent articles by Darien Graham-Smith

McAfee Total Protection review
Internet security Software

This likeable suite didn’t excel in our latest tests – but it’s so cheap you might be willing to overlook that

Published :
£10 inc VAT (1yr, 1 device)
BullGuard Internet Security 2020 review
Internet security Software

While Bullguard offers good protection at a low price, its impact on system performance is hard to swallow

Published :
£18 1yr 6 devices, inc VAT
AVG Free Antivirus review: A decent free option
Internet security Software

Very similar protection to Avast in a less pushy package, although you get a smaller set of features

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Avira Antivirus Pro (2020) review: Slightly off the pace
Internet security

Strong protection, but performance is distinctly on the slow side – and it’s not cheap either

Published :
£39 1yr 3 devices, inc VAT
Trend Micro Internet Security (2020) review
Internet security

Even though performance is on the sluggish side, you can’t do better than Trend Micro Internet Security for malware protection

Published :
£25 inc VAT
Panda Free Antivirus (2020) review
Internet security Software

Panda is an agreeably low-key option for those seeking a basic, free security solution that keeps out of the way

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LG Gram 17 (2020): A portable big-screen desktop replacement
Laptops

It’s not the fastest performer on the block, but this plus-sized laptop has a fantastic screen and is astonishingly light

Published :
£1549 inc VAT
Norton 360 Antivirus (2020) review
Internet security

While it’s not the most lightweight or innovative suite around, Norton 360 can’t be beaten when it comes to protection and price

Published :
£30 inc VAT (1 yr, 5 devices)
G Data Internet Security (2020) review
Internet security Software

A pricey option that slows your computer down more than the competition, while keeping you no safer

Published :
£45 1yr 3 devices, inc VAT
ESET Internet Security (2020) review: Good, but expensive
Internet security Software

When it comes to speed, ESET is the champion; sadly, protection is mediocre and the price is a shocker

Published :
£50 1yr 3 devices, inc VAT