2007-09-17 04:35:11 · 9 answers · asked by Zezo Zeze Zadfrack 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
if you're looking for a free program, avg freeware is the best program to go for. just look for it on download.com
2007-09-17 04:40:37 · answer #1 · answered by hooplaloola 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
If you want a free anti-virus I recommend in this order (install only one):
1. AVG Free
a. A simple interface (easier to use than Avast! and Avira)
b. Can detect about 82.82% of viruses
Cons: low virus detection
2. Avast!
a. Real-time protection
b. It has an option to delete a virus once found
c. Can detect about 87.46% of viruses.
Cons: Too many icons and confusing user interface
3. Avira AntiVir
a. It can detect malware better than Avast and AVG
b. It's cute umbrella icon
c. Can detect about 94.26% of viruses
Cons: A very sluggish update
You will also need anti-spyware and I would recommend getting Ad-aware and Spybot Search and Destroy (they are also free).
2007-09-17 04:42:47 · answer #2 · answered by Samuel Adams 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Firewall
ZoneAlarm Free Firewall
http://www.zonealarm.com/store/content/company/products/znalm/freeDownload.jsp
Kerio Free Firewall
http://www.sunbelt-software.com/Home-Home-Office/Sunbelt-Personal-Firewall/
(Note: Use only one firewall)
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Spyware Blocker
This is free and requires you to check for and enable updates manually once a week or so. It uses no system resources. It blocks spyware before it installs.
SpywareBlaster (inoculates, not a spyware removal tool)
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html
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AntiSpyware Applications
SuperAntispyware
http://superantispyware.com/
Spybot S&D (free version requires manual updating)
http://www.safer-networking.org/en/download/
AVG AntiSpyware
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/20/lng/us/tpl/v5
Adaware from Lavasoft (free version requires automatic updating)
http://www.lavasoftusa.com/products/ad_aware_free.php
(These programs can be run in Safe Mode after installation and updating)
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Cache Cleaning Tool
ATF Cleaner (An easy program to use to clear all old history, cookies, Java cache, etc.)
http://www.atribune.org/content/view/19/2/
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Antivirus Solutions
AVG 7.5 AntiVirus (Vista Compatible)
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1
Avast Home Antivirus (Vista Compatible)
http://www.avast.com/eng/avast_4_home.html
AntiVir PE (Vista Compatible)
http://www.free-av.com/
( Note: Only use one anti-virus product. Running more than one can cause conflicts thus rendering each ineffective.
http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/nav.nsf/docid/2000031316555206 )
2007-09-17 04:44:20 · answer #3 · answered by MLM 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Only you can determine what is best and it depends on your level of knowledge and how much time you are willing to put into learning how to use the software.
Start here;
Anti-Spyware Guide: http://www.firewallguide.com/spyware.htm
Antivirus Software Reviews: http://www.consumersearch.com/www/software/antivirus-software/
Only run one live incident of a anti-virus program and only one live incident of a anti-spyware program at a time to avoid conflicts.
Always scan free software for viruses and spyware!
Start your research here; http://www.google.com/search?q=best%20free%20anti%20virus%20software&sourceid=groowe&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&sa=X&oi=spell&resnum=0&ct=result&cd=1&q=best+free+antivirus+software&spell=1
http://www.google.com/search?q=best%20free%20antispyware%20software&sourceid=groowe&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8
Make it a great day!
2007-09-17 04:50:49 · answer #4 · answered by Hokiefire 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
AVG Anti-virus, and Spybot.
2007-09-17 04:41:44 · answer #5 · answered by Nemo the geek 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Some typical examples of free downloads for keeping your system clean are:
http://www.emsisoft.com/en/software/free/
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/5390/us/frt/0
http://www.lavasoft.com/products/ad_aware_free.php?PHPSESSID=4d7a50f66c1740616ac9a4e452aab17a
Also free Zone Alarm Firewall:
http://www.download.com/3000-2092-10039884.html
WDW
2007-09-17 04:39:51 · answer #6 · answered by Who Dares Wins 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
the four best things you can use are free:
AVG Antivirus is free at http://www.grisoft.com
Adaware is free at http://www.lavasoftusa.com
Spybot Search and Destroy is free at http://www.safer-networking.org/en/download/index.html
and SpywareBlaster is free at http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html
download and install them all. I use them and I have had no trouble with viruses or spyware in years.
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2007-09-17 04:43:16 · answer #7 · answered by hallmike1 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I use AVG for anti virus and Spy-bot for spy ware, both are free and work excellent.
2007-09-17 04:45:04 · answer #8 · answered by greywolf238 2 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Get Spybot Search and Destroy and Ad-Aware... google them.
2007-09-17 04:40:43 · answer #9 · answered by Andrew E 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋