Your computer holds a lot of personal information. You rely on security programs to keep that data safe. You’ve got your firewall, anti-spyware and antivirus. And you make sure to keep them up to date. Are you all set?

I wish I could say yes. I can’t. There are many other programs and processes that affect your computer’s security. They include programs like Flash and Java. Your Windows settings can also create vulnerabilities. You’d probably never know when any of these need attention.

That is, unless you have the right tools. I've got two programs you’ll find invaluable. The Secunia Personal Software Inspector and Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer will help you rest easy.

Secunia Personal Software Inspector

Developers are constantly working on their software. They often find security holes, and they're usually quick to fix them. They release updates and upgrades. But you might never know. It's not as if they send you a letter or something.

That's why you need Secunia's Personal Software Inspector. Secunia keeps most everything up to date. This includes Windows, your browsers, Flash, iTunes and more.