Added: 11/30/2005 |
Freeware Anti Virus Programs And SoftwareViruses are one of the leading causes of problems with computers and they are so easy to get but extremely hard to get rid of, but with technology growing so is our knowledge to create up to the minute anti virus software to fight this pests. With all the software that is out, both free and commercial it has hard to choose which anti virus program that is best for you. Below we will look at some of the best freeware software that is available.
There are hundreds of freeware programs available to download that try to combat viruses on your system. Most are just miniature versions of their commercial programs and are usually limited to what they can do. But don't think that because they are free that they won't do a good job, most of them, in fact are just as advanced as programs you pay for. Below are some of the best rated and most popular freeware anti virus programs.
Avast! Home Edition - Avast! Home Edition is free for all home users and uses the latest technology to fight all new virus and malicious ware threats. This program offers in depth features to make sure that you computer is always clean of viruses and new technology to aid in web based surfing protection. Virus protection for free doesn't get much better than this. Some of Avast! Features are below:
Automatic Updates - So you are always covered for new virus threats.
Web Shield - The web shield monitors all in coming traffic on web browsers.
P2P and IM Cover - This features scans for viruses and malware in peer to peer networks and chat programs.
Standard Resident Protection - This part of the program is always running on your computer to make sure if a virus gets in it is disabled before it is started.
Virus Cleaner - The virus cleaner is the most important part to any anti virus software and Avast! Has one of the most thorough you can get.
AVG Anti Virus Free Edition - again this versions is for home users only and is another fantastic freeware program to aid in your defense against viruses. This program is quick to scan and rid your computer of any viruses without slowing down your system. Some of the features of AVG are listed below:
Automatic Updates - Always be prepared for new viruses with fast updates.
Real Time Resident Protection - This is always scanning your computer for any viruses and disables them before they start.
Virus Volt - A secure place to send all your infected files to stop them from spreading.
Email Scanner - To scan all in coming emails and attachments for viruses.
On Demand Scanner - With this anti virus program you are able to run a scan through your computer at any time to make sure it is clean of any viruses.
ClamWin - ClamWin is a great small anti virus program that anyone is free to use. It removes many viruses from emails and on your computer. Some of its features are below.
Automatic Updates - so you are never left behind.
Stand Alone Virus Scanner - that is quick and easy to run and scans all of your drives.
Addin To Microsoft Outlook - so you are able to scan emails and attachments for any viruses.
Scanning Scheduler - so you can scan your computer when you aren't even at it.
These are just a few of the free anti virus software programs that you can download for protection. Virus threats are everywhere so it is worthwhile to get a anti virus program even if it is a free one and if you want more assurance, many people who use freeware programs use two or three different applications to make sure they are getting sufficient coverage and scanning.
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