Thursday, 4 February 2010

Anti-Virus Software Reviews

There's an old adage: if you fail to prepare, then prepare to fail. That's certainly true when it comes to computer viruses.

Anyone who has ever lost valuable computer data knows how heart-breaking it can be: those irreplacable photos of momentous occasions, that PhD research which took years to compile and write up, that screenplay that was destined for greatness, or maybe even those tax returns which you had spent weeks pain-stakingly assembling; all of these files have gone forever because they have been corrupted by malicious software.

We may not know why some peolple create malware (i.e. malicious software like computer viruses, trojan horses, worms, rootkits, spyware, and adware) which infiltrates our computer systems and wreaks havoc with our precious files. But we do know that there are ways to protect ourselves from malware so we have no excuse for failing to arm ourselves against it.

Two very important things you can do to prepare yourself against the inevitable onslaught are (i) installing high quality Anti-Virus Software on your computer and (ii) backing up your computer files regularly, either by transferring them to an external hard-drive or using an online storage system.

In a previous blog, we mentioned that we had added reviews of the best online storage products to No1Reviews.com. Well, we are now pleased to announce that we have just added Anti-Virus Software reviews too, in response to emails from our readers.

We reviewed a large number of anti-virus software (both major and minor players in the market) according to the following criteria:
  • Detection and Removal Capability
  • Update Regularity
  • Features
  • Ease of Use
  • Performance
  • Customer Support
  • Value for Money
Our No1. Choice award went to Norton Anti-Virus 2010 due to its highly effective scanning capabilities, extraordinarily regular updates and full support package. In addition to all this, it is easy to use, has an attractive interface design and has been developed to run as seamlessly as possible alongside your other programs. Therefore, not only is it the most effective anti-virus program on the market, but it is also the most ergonomic.

So if you want to protect your computer system from viruses but don't know which Anti-Virus Software to buy, we think that our expert reviews of Anti-Virus Software is worth a read.

Video Editing Software Reviews

Video editing is no longer the domain of professional videographers. You too can create jaw-dropping movies, with the advent of powerful video editing software that is both affordable and user-friendly.

So if you would like to wow your family and friends with professional-looking movies of special occasions like weddings, new-born babies and college graduations, or perhaps just have some fun putting together humorous movies of your playful pets, check out our reviews of the best video editing software on the market.

We realise that if you're a technical whizz you may be more interested in the special effects included in the video editing software and less interested in its ease of use. Or you may want something with high-end performance, that's right at the cutting edge of video editing technology, supporting blu-ray format. So our video editing software reviews compare the most popular products on criteria such as:
  • Quality And Quantity of Included Effects
  • Performance
  • Ease of Use
  • Value for Money

As you'll see from our reviews, we believe that all good video editing software should provide users with an intuitive interface where they can easily split and combine various sections of video footage, add a variety of special effects and scene transitions, lay down a soundtrack to complement the visuals, insert photographs, and facilitate the creation of menu/chapter systems for quick access to the item of your choice. 

Our No1 Choice Award in our video editing software category went to Magix Movie Edit Pro, an excellent movie editing suite which caters for amateur enthusiasts as well as users who require more professional functionality. It combines an amazing number of features, effects and extra content into one easy to use package which provides you with professional looking results with the minimum of effort.

We were also highly impressed by the Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum Pro Pack, although the DVD/Blu-Ray creation was somewhat challenging, so we thought that it might be more suitable for users with a reasonable degree of technical skills.

Our video editing software reviews show that there are products on the market that suit all levels of ability and all budgets. So if you're interested in doing your own video editing instead of spending a small fortune on a professional videographer, check out our expert reviews of the best video editing software on the internet.

Wednesday, 3 February 2010

Reviews of Teach Yourself Drums Guides

This category of reviews is for those of you who grew up watching The Muppet Show and longed to be like Animal, the furry and ferocious drummer from the legendary Muppet rock band, Dr. Teeth And The Electric Mayhem!

Or for those of you who have never heard of The Muppet Show and simply have a burning desire to teach yourself how to play the drums, no strings attached so to speak, our reviews of the best teach yourself drums guides should make your quest a good deal easier.  

We have compiled a rank-order list representing the most popular and, in our opinion, the most useful set of resources you can find to learn to play the drums. This comprises drums books, guides, software, DVDs, CDs and of course online tutorials and videos for the technophiles among you.

With the digital products, you can immediately download the software, videos and tutorials or watch them online. Hardcopies of books, CDs and DVDs will be delivered to your door. The best products usually give you a combination of all these formats.

That's why our No. 1 Choice award goes to Learn And Master Drums,  part of the ever-expanding Learn And Master series (which includes Piano, Guitar, Ballroom Dancing, and Painting). Learn and Master Drums is a multimedia course which combines online material with CDs, DVDs, and ebooks. These user-friendly resources will guide you from an absolute beginner through to an accomplished intermediate player.

Our #2 ranking guide, Jojo Mayer: Secret Weapons for the Modern Drummer is a good choice if you're looking for a comprehensive DVD on hand technique when drumming. It is considerably cheaper than our #1 rated product, but it doesn't come with music books. So if you opt for Jojo Mayer's DVDs you will have to supplement it with your own music books to try out the different techniques on a real track.

So if you want to learn to play drums in your own time, and are still searching for a guide to suit your learning style and budget, then our reviews of the best Teach Yourself Drums Guides is a great place to start.

Weight Loss Program Reviews

As 2010 dawned, we fulfilled one of our new year's resolutions: update our reviews of the best weight loss programs on the internet. It was reassuring to see that our top ranking products were still fighting fit, with an even larger selection of innovative ways to help their members trim down, tone up and feel great. As you will see from our review of eDiets.com, it is still our No. 1 choice in the Weight Loss Programs category. It is hard to beat, with top marks across the board: 
  • Diet features: free diet profile, extensive meal plans to follow, a recipe club to inspire you, and a top-rated meal delivery plan if you're not into cooking!
  • Fitness features: free fitness profile, personalised fitness program (in 3D) for use at home or in a local gym.
  • Community Support: support grounps, members-only chat rooms, mentor programs, etc.
  • Expert Advice: from health professionals via newsletters, emails and even on a toll-free number.
  • Technical Support: qualified representatives available by email and phone 7 days a week. 
  • Extra Perks: online store, podcasts, expert blogs, etc. 
The eDiets weight loss program is not cheap, at about $18 per month, but it is good value for money because it seems to work wonders for so many people.

In fact, several weight loss programs we have reviewed (eDiets.com, Diet.com, DietWatch.com, JillianMichaels.com, and DeniseAustin.com), are extremely impressive in their own right and also have a proven record of helping millions of people achieve their weight loss goals. So you should have a quick look at our reviews of these other weight loss programs to see if one of these suits you better. For example, if you're a fan of Jillian Michaels' approach on the TV series "The Biggest Loser" you may find that the JillianMichaels.com weight loss program is much more enticing. Surely, it's impossible not to be inspired by Jillian Michaels, whether you're a man or a woman!

There are a myriad of ways to lose weight. So if you're still not sure which approach is right for you, it may be helpful if you have a quick look at our reviews of Fitness and Online Training, Weightloss Books, and Diet Software. And if you're still not sure, well, at least you've burned off some calories by reading all those reviews!(Apparently, sitting down and reading burns about 90 calories an hour!)

Sunday, 18 October 2009

GetItOn | GetItOn.com Review

Having recently reviewed GetItOn.com, the brand new offering from the FriendFinder network that brought you the likes of AdultFriendFinder and Alt.com, we are pleased to say that it doesn't disappoint. AdultFriendFinder has sometimes been accused of having a rather cluttered user interface, probably because of all the features that have been crammed into the site. In order to address this, the FriendFinder team have launched GetItOn, a brand new adult dating site with an updated, clean and easily navigable user interface. We are pleased to introduce GetItOn.com as our new #3 rated adult dating site on No1Reviews.com, after Adult FriendFinder and it's sister site Passion.com.

Our previous #3 IWantU.com has fallen from grace after a recent re-review because of its seemingly dwindling user base, some negative user feedback and its extremely poor customer support department. If you're looking for a fresh new face in the adult dating arena and are tired of all the usual big players, then why not check out our GetItOn review - although it's the new kid on the block, it has already amassed over 1.5 million members and it's free to join, so why not give it a whirl!

The Best Black Dating Websites

The latest dating niche that we thought worthy of reviewing on No1Reviews.com was that of black dating. Black dating websites exist to help African-Americans and those of Afro-Caribbean descent find love and friendship on the net. They offer the same usual features as most other dating sites, including the ability to...
  • Post a profile, pictures and videos of yourself on the site
  • Browse through other members who live nearby
  • Search for members by appearance, personality traits, personal attributes, and location
  • Wink and flirt with other members
  • Contact other members using the built-in email tools
  • Instant Message other members usin the built-in IM tools

...and some even offer the ability to...
  • Voice and Video chat with other members
  • Join chatrooms and chat with other members over your webcam
  • Join in discussion groups and online forums
  • Search and join groups in your local area
Our expert reviewers have lots of experience reviewing dating sites in most dating niches and know exactly what to look for, and have voted Black Singles to be our No. 1 rated black dating site!

Check out our black dating site reviews to find out more!

Wednesday, 30 September 2009

Identity Theft Protection Reviews

Read all the scare stories regarding identity theft? Decided to take some pro-active measures against becoming a victim of identity theft in the future? Want to protect your family from identity thieves? Then look no further than our top 10 list of identity theft protection services. These services work by keeping a record of your personally identifiable information - your social security number, address, full name, date of birth, passposrt number, etc. - and whenever someone applies for a credit service such as a credit card using any of your information, you are immediately contacted. If the application is fraudulent, all you need do is notify the identity theft protection service you joined and they will immediately swing into action to block the application and notify the authorities of the fraudulent activity. At least that's the basic premise, however some companies do it better than others, whilst some companies also offer added protection. Check out our identity theft protection services reviews for the complete story.

At No1Reviews.com we've analysed the major players in the identity theft protection industry and decided that LifeLock is the service that just can't be beaten. Lifelock.com offers added protection and high security for your data at an affordable price. Check out our review of Lifelock for more information. Runners up include Identity Guard, TrustedID.com and ID Watchdog, all of which also offer an excellent service.

Check out our identity theft protection site reviews for more information.