Microsoft will be releasing a new anti-virus suite today called Microsoft Security Essentials that is free for download. In addition to providing protection against viruses, malware, spyware, and other malicious threats, the new software is also designed as a specific response against the growing complaints by consumers regarding the confusion and complexity of anti-virus software in general. The suite promises to run quietly in the background while limiting CPU and memory usage, the kind of actions that lead to computers slowing down in performance. The software will also use a new feature to make sure it is constantly updated with the latest virus definitions without having to wait for a specific scheduled appointment. When the software becomes available, you should find it at Microsoft.com/security_essentials/. I will be posting a review soon.