The ones I've found offer very little other than how to purchase their programs.
2007-12-12 07:36:54 · 12 answers · asked by Rahouel 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
AVG is an excellent free anti-virus program ... http://free.grisoft.com
I haven't been all that impressed w/ any of the anti-spyware programs whether they be free or paid ... windows defender from Microsoft is free, and it is as good as any of them I suppose. Look for it at http://www.microsoft.com/downloads
2007-12-12 07:54:59 · answer #1 · answered by JerryGarcia4295 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most free software on the Internet can offer very little things because money is very crucial when it comes to running a business and developing complex programs,so simply you can not expect free programs to be extremely useful and satisfy your needs immediately. On the other hand, there are some programs I've seen so far which are incredibly handy. such as AVG anti-virus free edition.. you should try it and see if it's capable of providing you with scanning infected files. I guess you won't be unhappy.
2007-12-12 07:48:54 · answer #2 · answered by nothing_imp7 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This are the best choices that i recommend AVG free edition, Spybot S&D, Ad-adware 2007 SE, Zonealarm Free firewall nd Advanced windowscare 2. All the other people has posted excellent answers so i wont tell the same thing all over again, this are the links from trusted sites and their reviews of those softwares.
http://www.download.com/3150-2239_4-0-1-6.html?qt=&rows=10&start=0&operatingSystemId=&licenseTypeId=49&fileSize=&ca=
http://www.snapfiles.com/Freeware/security/fwvirus.html
http://www.snapfiles.com/Freeware/security/fwantispy.html
http://www.snapfiles.com/features/WindowsCare-801-492288.php
http://www.download.com/sort/3150-10435_4-0-1-6.html?operatingSystemId=&rows=10&start=0&ca=&licenseTypeId=49&fileSize=&qt=
2007-12-12 08:00:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I like Avira. It's free, rates better than most of the pay-for-use AV's & It's German based so they are 5 hrs. ahead of the US. They often are the first responders to new viruses because they are already awake when it's 5 am in NYC.
PS. Don't buy Norton. Every person I know w/ 2007 NAV switched because it slowed their cpt's down to a stand still.
2007-12-12 07:50:11 · answer #4 · answered by slowburn 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Antivirus, Download the free Avest home for personal use. You will get on the hour auto updates and all new versions free, and an excellent background scanner. http://www.avast.com
You can only use one antivirus or you will have conflict.
Spyware, Download Superantispyware free version. Well known to find what all others miss. Plus you will get auto. updates. http://www.superantispyware.com
Out of Austria, Download the free A2Squard Malware, you will be protected from rogue dialers, keyloggers, malware, trace spyware, etc. etc. http://www.emsisoft.com (Will have to manual update).
Firewall, Zone Alarm, Download the free home for personal use. http://www.zonealarm.com
Minddoctor, France
2007-12-12 07:44:10 · answer #5 · answered by MINDDOCTOR 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
AVG works pretty well. The main thing that I like about it is that it automatically sends updates to your computer concerning new threats. The Only downside is that it does not check for spyware but only for viruses. However, if you really want to be fully protected, you ought to go with Norton. It costs about $50, but it is well worth it in protecting your PC.
2007-12-12 07:46:19 · answer #6 · answered by jheinl86 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Avast antivirus, AVG free, and Windows Defender are good ones.
Have fun,
Icarus
2007-12-12 07:48:38 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Avast Home Edition is very good and free - www.avast.com
2007-12-12 08:15:52 · answer #8 · answered by John P 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try going to www.download.com and see what they have available. But be aware you get what you pay for. You can get a quality program like McAfee for around $35.
2007-12-12 07:45:59 · answer #9 · answered by Vinegar Taster 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
there are many and very good as well.
try looking for avast or avg two of the best free ones
Kowhai
2007-12-12 07:43:32 · answer #10 · answered by kowhai 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋