if u have other suggestion feel free to tell, really need to get right decision before i install it...
2007-05-05 02:06:42 · 13 answers · asked by jayz 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
There is no BEST. You see, if there was a BEST, then hackers would GO AFTER that, and it wouldn't be the BEST any more. You see, a diversity makes us all safe.
I recommend that you go with a plain anti-virus solution, instead of an all in one suite; which would make your computer DOG SLOW. I would avoid the AOL thing.
If you have Windows XP with SP2, then use the Windows Firewall. Use Windows Defender too. But I also recommend Ad-aware and SpyBot Search & Destroy to help you clean up adware and spyware threats.
You see, your BEST defense if your BRAIN. Do some computer maintenance, so your computer runs fast. It is more vulnerable when it is running slow.
Good luck and Happy Computing!
2007-05-05 02:13:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I use an antivirus program used by the Govt of China. If I had to pick between Avg, Avast and AOL K., being that I test all antivirus/antispyware programs to see if they perform as claimed I would use the AOL Active Virus Shield. Tested it and found that is caught more viruses then AVG or Avast.
Here is the AOL link.
http://www.activevirusshield.com/antivirus/freeav/index.adp
You get automatic updates every hour on the hour. Powered by Karpersky engine Russia. Rated #1 in the world for virus detection. Plus you also get a free background scanner that really works well.
Minddoctor, France
Plus Kaspersy, also has a stand alone antivirus software that will run direct from their server.
2007-05-05 02:35:21 · answer #2 · answered by MINDDOCTOR 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-08-25 10:12:01 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
PC Tools AntiVirus Free Edition feature highlights
Protects your PC as you are working, surfing and playing
Detects, quarantines, disinfects and destroys Viruses, Trojans and Worms
OnGuard™ protects your computer against threats in real-time
Automatically checks for frequent updates against the latest threats.
http://www.pctools.com/free-antivirus/
*Never install more than one anti-virus on your PC, as they may conflict with each other. On the other hand, its always good to install more than one anti-spyware.
2007-05-05 02:09:57 · answer #4 · answered by G 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-21 01:06:04 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I see the AVG fanboys and cheerleaders are out in full force again here on Yahoo Answers!
Mostly noobs,the naive and the computer illiterate use AVG Free. These types love AVG because they say it is easy to use and almost never bothers them with any pop-ups or warnings. Of course AVG Free never bothers them, it hardly ever finds any virus to warn them about!
In short, AVG Free is crap!
In test,
http://www.virus.gr/english/fullxml/default.asp?id=82&mnu=82
after test,
http://www.av-comparatives.org/
after test,
http://antivirus.about.com/od/antivirussoftwarereviews/gr/avgfree.htm
after test ,
http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showpost.php?p=891307&postcount=1,
after test,
http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,130869-page,1/article.html,
after test,
http://techsupportalert.com/issues/al_current.htm#Section_0
etc. etc. etc, ad nauseam, AVG free fares poorly.
AVG has proven itself to be a miserable performer at best. Missing almost 20%, while trying to detect known malware, in some tests. Not to mention almost non-existent heuristic detection and infrequent "once-a day" updates.
AVG. = Average, at best!
There are much better free alternatives such as Avria Anti-Vir:
http://www.free-av.com/
and Active Virus Shield:
http://www.activevirusshield.com/antivirus/freeav/index.adp?
2007-05-05 03:28:10 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Avg miss 28% of detection and you all say its good, well your comps must be busting at the seams with crap, kaspersky or aol active are way ahead.
2007-05-05 04:15:35 · answer #7 · answered by kevlin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have loaded and tested most all of the A/v progs avail, and to be honest ? the most flawless and user friendly- not to mention FREE for home use is alwails avast home you can dnld it free and give them your email n you will get a free registration key as well , the auto updates, small size and overall ease of use is outstanding, see linnk below: just click on download tab choose the free for home use and poof its yours! *While downloading file? be sure to click on support tab,scroll down to avast free home registration enter your email addy and tehy will send you the free key code!
2007-05-05 02:19:00 · answer #8 · answered by The Thinker 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's either Avast or AVG. I prefer Avast because it has a nicer interface. but in terms of security they are both top-rated.
2007-05-05 02:12:18 · answer #9 · answered by Sofiya 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I 100% agree with that first guy. That is exactly what I have had for 3 years with no viruses yet.
2007-05-05 02:13:36 · answer #10 · answered by RACROM123 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋