I'm just looking to get my computer running back up to normal and remember people if you could please keep it SIMPLE i'm not to computer literate.
2007-02-04 17:35:21 · 7 answers · asked by Jeff S 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
For a free, simple to use Anti-Virus program, I suggest Anti-VIR Personal Edition Classic from http://www.free-av.com/
For added protection against Spyware, I suggest also getting SPYBOT: Search & Destroy from http://www.safer-networking.org
It also ain't a bad idea to install the FREE version of the ZoneAlarm firewall software from http://www.zonelabs.com
These 3 are the basic 3 things EVERYBODY should have on their PC as minimum (free) protection.
For a paid for option, I recommend ZONEALARM INTERNET SECURITY SUITE, also from http://www.zonelabs.com which includes: Anti-Virus, Anti-Spyware, Firewall, Parental Controls with advanced filtering, cache cleaner, Instant Messenger protection + much more.
Available as a 14/15-day trial before you gotta pay for it to keep on receiving signature updates to keep the Anti-Virus + Anti-Spyware up-to-date.
2007-02-04 19:47:33 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK, the simple way first. Log onto a website called "Housecall" by Trend. (The link is below). It's an on-line virus scanner that works well. Just click on the bar that says "Check my pc now" and go from there...just follow the "bouncing ball".
Next step, go to the second link shown below and download the free version of AVG anti-virus. Install it, and keep it updated. Hope this helps.
2007-02-04 17:42:57 · answer #2 · answered by Jolly 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For good, free and recommended security programs, please go here
http://www.webuser.co.uk/forums/showflat.php/Cat/0/Number/219333/an/0/page/0#219333
I recommend AVG as an anti virus, although eTrust's 12 month free trial is excellent (I'm using it and am extremely impressed).
If you need other programs, go for Zone Alarm firewall, AVG anti spyware (formerly Ewido) and SpywareBlaster.
If you click on the names in that list I gave you and it will take you to the official download site.
Please ensure that you keep them all updated for full protection and check for any updates when you first download them.
2007-02-04 17:42:15 · answer #3 · answered by Carella 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go here and download free antivirus and antispyware software:
http://www.helpero.com/Questions-and-answers/Computers/Software/Are-there-any-good-FREE-spyware-programs_291.html
http://www.helpero.com/Questions-and-answers/Computers/Software/Can-you-recommend-me-a-free-antivirus_2568.html
Helpero is a web site that helps every Internet user, from all over the world, solve any computer related problem. You can ask Helpero for free.
2007-02-06 10:44:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can download: BHO Demon, Lavasoft AdAware SE personal, CWShredder, free Error Cleaner and Disc Sweeper, to name a few. A good site to look at is givaawayoftheday for loads of free stuff. Check out their freeware library too.
2007-02-04 17:46:07 · answer #5 · answered by samomma 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Herer is any a great program that I have been using. It is for free with no catches. PC tools. Easy to use and scans your computer for viruses. You can download it from CNET.
http://www.download.com/PC-Tools-AntiVirus-Free-Edition/3000-2239_4-10625068.html
2007-02-04 17:50:24 · answer #6 · answered by DistantSkunk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try AVG or Avast.
2007-02-04 18:47:17 · answer #7 · answered by Richard257 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋