We know how important it is to stay safe while you’re surfing the net.
 

That's why we have teamed up with McAfee to provide you with a free trial internet Security Suite which includes free parental controls for life for PCs and VirusScan for Macs which you can download directly from your install CD. McAfee can help protect your computer against viruses, spyware, email and other security risks.

Installing an internet security package is important because without it:

• Viruses can damage your computer and slow it down
• Internet criminals could access your personal details
• Hackers could use your computer for criminal activity
• Children in your house might find offensive material
• Pop-ups and spyware can be stored on your computer when you surf the internet

Sky Broadband comes with the basic security to protect you and your computer. This includes:

• Virus Protection and Spam Filter for your Sky Email powered by Google - scans emails for viruses before reaching your inbox and keeps your webmail inbox spam free
• Built-in Firewall and Wireless Security - helps to protect your wireless router from hackers and prevent unauthorised people accessing your home network or using your Sky Broadband connection
• Basic controls for parents to stop children from accessing the websites you block

For added protection, all Sky Broadband packages come with a free trial McAfee Security Suite (trial period will depend on which Sky Broadband package you have). Here's why you should install it:

• 8-in-1 internet security protection - protect your identity, children, emails, files and more.
• McAfee® automatically updates your computer with protection against new threats.
• Extensive parental controls to help you limit and monitor your children's online activity.