Originally Posted by nmenaker
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For years now, a multiple tool approach has proved to be the best solution, and I think that that will continue to be the way we do antispam, spyware or antivirus for several years. I really don't think we will have ONE acceptable product in those three areas that is better than the multiple procuct approach.
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The comment on the multiple tool approach is right on target and says it all.
And one more important point to consider. MSFT's track record is that when they buy a solution (rather than develop it themselves), they rarely, if ever, advance the state-of-the-art, they're more known for dumbing down these things.