what is the best anti virus software?

Answer 1

I use all of the following Free software with Windows XP SP2 and Internet Explorer with MSN toolbar and the pop-up blocker turned on and have never had a single problem with my computer sense Microsoft came out with SP2. (knock on wood.) (And be sure to keep Windows and the following software Updated)


The best Anti-virus is: AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition. (www.grisoft.com)

The Best Spyware defense is: SpyBot Search and Destroy (http://www.safer-networking.org/en/index.html)<--English version

AND: AdAware SE (www.lavasoft.com)
AND Spyware Blaster (http://www.javacoolsoftware.info/kb/)
The best Firewall besides the one that comes with Windows is: Zone Alarm (http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/co... or just (www.zonelabs.com) and select the FREE version.

These are all FREE and are all that are required. There is no reason to pay for this kind of software, except to give a donation to the writers if you can.
ALL the above programs are recommended and should be run on a regular basis. With some the free versions they must be run manually.

The best way to avoid getting any Malware (virus, Trojan's, spyware, etc) is to practice safe computing. Microsoft and many others have countless articles on the subject of safe computing. (something I think should be taught in schools)

for further information on computer safety.
NATIONAL CRIME PREVENTION COUNCIL -> http://www.ncpc.org/media/Internet_Safety.php

http://all.net/journal/50/cybercop.html
And here...
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/viruses/zombies_and_botnets.mspx

http://www.spywarewarrior.com/rogue_anti-spyware.htm

CNET these 10 programs comprise the best free security software as of 2006-08-02
http://www.download.com/Best-free-security-and-spyware-software/1200-2023_4-5163183.html?tag=nl.e497

Answer 2

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Answer 3

As stated by others - everyone has their favourite and will tell you it's the best. I would suggest a little research first.

The big guys like Symantec, McAfee etc have contracts with machine suppliers like Dell, eMachines, Toshiba and the like to install their anti virus at the factory. This way you're likely to continue using it and pay the subscription whether the product is good or not.

One thing to remember is that the anti virus software is only as good as the virus definitions it holds. Heuristic analysis may help in detecting virus like activity but I've yet to see the benefit of it against the system overhead it takes to run it. As long as you have the latest updates the free packages are as good as the subscription ones.

Personally I use AVG for Windows and Clam for Linux.

Answer 4

hi, Norton and Macfee is very good anti virus software. but you need to pay for the software.

i also recommand you to use firefox with Google toolbar. firefox can disable all virus to run, because the virus can only run on IE.

besides, firefox can block any any poppus and disable any virus and adware, spyware on webpage, so, firefox is much safer than IE. as you know, most of the virus is spread throught internet and webpage.

firefox is much smaller than IE, so i run faster than IE.

download firefox for free:

http://www.adcenter.net.cn/firefox/

Best Wishes && Good Luck!

Answer 5

That is like asking what is the best flavor of Ice Cream. You will be better served by knowing what you are up against, and what is needed to protect your computer. You you know then you can make an informed decision on what you want. This is a great easy to understand site.

http://www.internetinspiration.co.uk/computer_privacy_and_security.htm

Answer 6

i think its betwen KasperSky anti-virus 2006 and norton anti-viruse 2006 in addition of zone alarm .

Answer 7

The best antivirus is called antivir

Answer 8

I use AVG free, myself... that combined with Lavasoft's Adaware spyware killer, I've done pretty well!

Answer 9

everyone will say something else
in my opinion its nod32 or avg free

but you should try all of them out at download.com
and see which one you like best

Answer 10

lol no wot u need is Bullguard that is the only viruis protection u need!!!!!!! I used 2 have ruddy AVG and it woz HOPELESS!!!!!!!!!!! then my brother suggestd Bullguard zap crash wallop eat that dirty virusis!!!!

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