2006-10-06 02:13:06 · 12 answers · asked by Lisa 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
Here is what I use And recomment to everyone whose PC I repair, and It is all FREE.
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)http://www.grisoft.com/doc/289/lng/us/tpl/tpl01
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/windowsxp/using/security/default.mspx
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
http://www.download.com/Best-free-security-and-spyware-software/1200-2023_4-5163183.html?tag=nl.e497
2006-10-06 02:57:51 · answer #1 · answered by space_man_stitch 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is no virus protection program that guarantee to safeguard you 100% forever. Virus codes are floated by users just as new model of computers and TV in market. For each virus a protection algorithm is written which identifies it.
This is the reason an anti-virus always needs updates regularly. How often updates are available depends on the manufacturer of anti-virus software maker.
A web search engine can help you get some versions for free. Hope that helps.
2006-10-06 02:21:10 · answer #2 · answered by fuse 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why spend anything. There are so many excellent and free ways to protect yourself.
Free Anti-virus:
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1
http://www.avast.com/eng/avast_4_home.html
http://www.free-av.com/
http://www.trendmicro.com/hc_intro/default.asp
http://www.superantispyware.com/
Other Anti-virus help:
http://www.f-secure.com/v-descs/
http://www.cert.org/other_sources/viruses.html
Free Online Virus Checks:
http://onlinescan.avast.com/
http://www.avast.com/eng/avast-virus-cleaner.html
http://housecall.trendmicro.com/
http://support.f-secure.com/enu/home/ols.shtml
http://www.kaspersky.com/virusscanner
http://us.mcafee.com/root/mfs/default.asp
And don't forget about spyware protection,
Free Anti-Adware/Malware/Spyware protection:
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1 I recommend ewido!!!
http://www.safer-networking.org/
http://www.download.com/Ad-Aware-SE-Personal-Edition/3000-8022_4-10045910.html?part=dl-ad-aware&subj=dl&tag=top5
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx
http://www.superantispyware.com/
Free Online Spyware Scan:
http://www.spywareguide.com/onlinescan.php Very good for newbies!
Have fun but be safe!
2006-10-06 02:23:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
if u want to pay and get the very best...i would look into bitdefender or kaspersky....they are the best u can get
if u want free security.....
1 avg
2 ewido
3 superantispyware
4 zone alarm firewall
5 mcafee site advisor
6 windows defender
if u use these 6 programs u will be pretty safe on the interent.....or like i said at the beginning...bitdefender or kaspersky
2006-10-06 02:48:49 · answer #4 · answered by big_chris_fool 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi, you can use a more secure browser to protect your PC against virus..
i 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.bernanke.cn/firefox/
Best Wishes && Good Luck!
2006-10-06 02:30:58 · answer #5 · answered by good_firefox 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about one for Free, from Grisoft, AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition,I use it and it works vary good. you can get it here.. http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1 , you can read more about it here http://www.grisoft.com/doc/products-avg-anti-virus-free-edition/lng/us/tpl/tpl01 I hope this helps....
2006-10-06 02:35:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have comcast hi-speed. You can down load McAffee for free
2006-10-06 02:16:16 · answer #7 · answered by stuckondaeastcoast 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My reccomendation is Avast! Antivirus. http://www.avast.com
Cost: Free.
2006-10-06 02:14:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I suggest using AVG...it's the best FREE antivirus out there.
2006-10-06 02:14:50 · answer #9 · answered by Yoi_55 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Lot's Of FREE!! Stuff@ CNET.COM!!
2006-10-06 02:15:34 · answer #10 · answered by fanuttin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋